In communist China, it's increasingly all about Xi
As he enters next 5-year term, Xi Jinping has centralized his power in ways that many Chinese admire, and others fear
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China jails man for teaching Islam online
Huang Shike's online discussion groups violated Chinese laws about using internet to discuss religion
China accuses mogul of rape in quest to get him out of U.S.
Beijing has been after billionaire Guo Wengui, who's posting purported dirt on Chinese officials online, for months
U.S. warship conducts operation near China-held island
USS John S. McCain sails close to Chinese man-made island in disputed South China Sea
Nobel laureate Liu Xiaobo dies a political prisoner of China
After battle with liver cancer, Liu becomes 1st Nobel Peace Prize laureate to die imprisoned since days of Nazi Germany
Health of China's best-known political prisoner is failing fast
Rights groups blast Beijing's "cruelty and ruthlessness" as Liu Xiaobo's family warned he may not have long to live
"Negative factors" loom large before Trump meets Chinese leader
Beijing notes mounting tension before G-20 summit, vows to safeguard "sovereignty and security" after U.S. ship sails by disputed island
China demands U.S. nix $1.4B arms deal with Taiwan
Beijing says sale would severely damage China's sovereignty and run counter to Washington's commitment to "one-China" policy
Flight delayed by woman hurling coins at jet engine
Police and neighbors say woman in her 80s was trying to bring good luck to China Southern flight, but it resulted in 5-hour delay
Panama abandons Taiwan for "correct path" with China
Latin American nation's changing of allegiance is a success for Beijing's effort to isolate island it claims as its own
For 1st time under Trump, U.S. challenges China in disputed waters
Beijing says U.S. guided missile destroyer "trespassed" near islands over which it claims "indisputable sovereignty"
Chinese fighter jets intercept U.S. radiation-sniffing plane
U.S. accuses Beijing of "unsafe and unprofessional" conduct with spy plane over disputed waters, China cites "reasonable security concerns"
Chinese phones overtake Apple, Samsung at home
Global brands slump as Apple slips to fourth position on list of best-selling phones in China
For 1st time, North Korea directly threatens vital ally China
Harsh rhetoric from North Korea's state-run media had, until now, avoided directly calling out Beijing -- not any more
Why U.S. anti-missile system in South Korea is controversial
Advanced THAAD system now ready to stop North Korean missiles, but not everyone is happy about it
China vows weapons tests as U.S. grapples with "grave" North Korea threat
Amid signs China may actually be squeezing Kim regime, U.S. missile defense system draws thinly-veiled response from Beijing
China launches 1st domestically-built aircraft carrier
Ship seen as demonstration of China’s growing military sophistication, and determination to safeguard territorial claims
North Korea's dictator defiant amid likely nuclear test preps
Kim Jong Un makes it clear he's unintimidated by President Trump's show of U.S. military force, of the threat of new sanctions
Angered by U.S. anti-missile system, China takes revenge
Beijing warned South Korea not to allow deployment of U.S. THAAD system, now they're hitting Seoul where it counts; in the wallet
New interview sheds light on Trump's health care overhaul
President reveals thinking on health care push and upcoming meeting with Chinese counterpart
Trump, Chinese leader to hold "very difficult" meeting
U.S. president was highly critical of Beijing during campaign, levelling threats over trade, but he needs China's help
U.S., Chinese aircraft in "unsafe" South China Sea encounter
Beijing says pilot flew in "legal and professional manner" during interaction with U.S. Navy patrol plane
Another mystery as billionaire vanishes from Hong Kong
Press from mainland says Xiao Jianhua, Canadian founder of well-connected financial services firm, is safe in China, but officials not talking
China warns "rookie" Trump not everything "can be bargained"
Gov't maintains relatively muted line on Trump's suggestion Taiwan stance could change, but state-controlled press pulls no punches
China, Russia reportedly agree "countermeasures" to U.S. defense plan
State media say Beijing and Moscow will respond to America's planned THAAD defense radar system
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Israeli strike kills aid worker who brought World Cup screenings to Gaza
An Israeli strike has killed an aid worker who organized World Cup game screenings for Palestinians in the war-torn Gaza Strip, a hospital director says.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Startup company reveals prototype of tsunami survival pod
LifePod says its survival device will be able to save small groups of children and adults from tsunamis and severe flooding.
Ex-commander convicted over submarine implosion that killed 44
Claudio Villamide was convicted over the 2017 implosion of the ARA San Juan in the South Atlantic.
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Iran, U.S. ramp up tit-for-tat strikes ahead of slain leader's burial
Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being buried amid an escalating exchange of fire on the 132nd day of the war.
Cartel violence hits World Cup despite warnings: "Getting massacred"
The attacks came as Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has spent months grappling with how to address endemic criminal violence in Mexico.
June was the hottest on record for Western Europe, second hottest globally
A new report by the Copernicus Climate Change Service also found that June temperatures in Western Europe were nearly 5.5 degrees above average.
U.S. military launches second night of strikes against Iran
The U.S. military launched another round of strikes against Iran late Wednesday night, U.S. Central Command said, in the second night of attacks as diplomacy between the two countries appears to collapse.
Trump says U.S. will grant Ukraine's request to license Patriot defense system
"A little birdie told me this, about the fact that we'll give them the right to make Patriots," President Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Judge orders Indian billionaire to answer questions on whether was quid pro quo
The Justice Department in May announced it had dismissed criminal foreign bribery and securities fraud charges against Gautam Adani, India's richest man.
Temperatures forecast to reach up to 117 degrees in western heat wave
A blistering heat wave persisted in the western United States on Thursday, and temperatures are forecast to reach up to 117 degrees in some desert areas.
Kia recalling almost 463,000 Tellurides that may catch fire in motion or parked
Kia America is recalling almost 463,000 Telluride SUVs from the 2020-2024 model years that could catch fire while being driven or parked, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
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Kia recalling almost 463,000 Tellurides that may catch fire in motion or parked
Kia America is recalling almost 463,000 Telluride SUVs from the 2020-2024 model years that could catch fire while being driven or parked, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
A Florida airport is now named after Trump, with old airport code still used for now
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
Judge orders release of over $5 million due to E. Jean Carroll in Trump case
The damages were awarded to Carroll, a writer, by a 2023 jury in a civil sexual abuse and defamation case.
White House announces "Freedom Fuel" gas station selling $3.47 gasoline
The Freedom Fuel Network is offering gasoline for more than 30 cents a gallon below the national average.
Stocks slide, oil surges after Trump says Iran ceasefire is over
Oil prices jumped 6% while U.S. stocks fell as renewed Middle East conflict threatens crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Judge orders Indian billionaire to answer questions on whether was quid pro quo
The Justice Department in May announced it had dismissed criminal foreign bribery and securities fraud charges against Gautam Adani, India's richest man.
A Florida airport is now named after Trump, with old airport code still used for now
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
1 year after Supreme Court limited broad injunctions, groups see shifting landscape
More than one year after the Supreme Court restricted the use of nationwide injunctions, groups challenging President Trump's agenda have relied on other mechanisms to broadly block his policies.
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What to know about "explosive" diarrhea-causing parasite reported in several states
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
What to know about infant botulism
A fourth infant was hospitalized for botulism linked to Nara Organics baby formula, and the FDA is now expanding its investigation. Dr. Céline Gounder has the latest.
Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
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Israeli strike kills aid worker who brought World Cup screenings to Gaza
An Israeli strike has killed an aid worker who organized World Cup game screenings for Palestinians in the war-torn Gaza Strip, a hospital director says.
Exclusive
Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Startup company reveals prototype of tsunami survival pod
LifePod says its survival device will be able to save small groups of children and adults from tsunamis and severe flooding.
Ex-commander convicted over submarine implosion that killed 44
Claudio Villamide was convicted over the 2017 implosion of the ARA San Juan in the South Atlantic.
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Iran, U.S. ramp up tit-for-tat strikes ahead of slain leader's burial
Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being buried amid an escalating exchange of fire on the 132nd day of the war.
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Julie Chen Moonves on "Big Brother" season 28
Julie Chen Moonves, who hosts "Big Brother," gives "CBS Mornings" a sneak peek inside the house ahead of the season 28 premiere.
Eva Marcille on "All the Queen's Men"
Eva Marcille, who stars in "All the Queen's Men," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's fifth and final season.
Emmy nomination snubs and surprises
"The PItt" and "Hacks" stole the show at the 2026 Emmy Award nominations, with 25 and 24 nominations, respectively. Here are some of the biggest takeaways with Entertainment Tonight reporter Emily Curl.
The War and Treaty performs "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay"
The War and Treaty performs their cover of "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay" at the historic Woolworth Theatre in Nashville.
Zac Brown Band performs "Free"
The Zac Brown Band performs "Free" as America rings in its 250th birthday.
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China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
Satellites search for wildfires from space
FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
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.
Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
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Missing teen found dead on Mississippi island
Nolan Wells was found dead on Horn Island in Mississippi after the teen vanished during a Fourth of July trip with friends. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest details.
Court to hear new audio in Kirk murder case
Prosecutors plan to play audio clips of an interview with the roommate of Charlie Kirk's accused killer during a preliminary hearing on Thursday. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has more details.
Nolan Wells' family searches for answers
The family of Nolan Wells is demanding answers after the 18-year-old was found dead on Horn Island, off the mainland of Mississippi. Skyler Henry reports.
Details emerge on Houston man shot by ICE
More details are emerging on the shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican national who was killed by ICE on his way to work Tuesday. The agency said Salgado Araujo, who his family said has lived and worked in the U.S. for decades, rammed a car while attempting to evade arrest. Jason Allen has the latest.
Ex-commander convicted over submarine implosion that killed 44
Claudio Villamide was convicted over the 2017 implosion of the ARA San Juan in the South Atlantic.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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Missing teen found dead on Mississippi island
Nolan Wells was found dead on Horn Island in Mississippi after the teen vanished during a Fourth of July trip with friends. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest details.
Iran ramps up Strait of Hormuz threats
Iran renewed its threats to close the Strait of Hormuz as tensions re-escalated following President Trump's announcement that the U.S.-Iran ceasefire ended. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
Volunteers help pets after Venezuela quakes
Cleanup and recovery efforts are underway after two deadly earthquakes devastated Venezuela, destroying homes and killing thousands. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke with animal rescue volunteers working to save pets and ignite hope.
Where things stand with the Iran war
The U.S. and Iran renewed strikes despite President Trump's claim that Tehran wants to make a deal. Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster joins to discuss the current state of the Iran war.
Oil prices seesaw amid U.S.-Iran tensions
Oil prices are reacting to the re-escalation of the conflict between the U.S. and Iran. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.