China to toughen law on sex with underage girls
Scandals involving officials and educators behind push to convert "prostitution" charge into rape if victim is under 14
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Obama nixing 8 decades of tradition to spite China?
White House entourage abandoning Waldorf-Astoria in NYC following Chinese purchase, but some say it's a bad move
Cops stop "foreigners in short pants" parading through Beijing
Chinese salad store's stunt drew crowds in capital, and wrong kind of attention from authorities
China returns passport to famed dissident artist
Internationally renowned artist Ai Weiwei's outspoken nature saw him trapped in his own country for years, now he's off to see his son
Japan offers new evidence in islands row with China
Tokyo releases photos showing Chinese gas fields in an area Japanese say should be shared
China fine art scandal leaves forgery upon forgery
Chief university librarian busted for swapping masterpieces with his own fakes, and even some of those didn't last long
U.S. "ready to respond" to flare-up in South China Sea
Trying to reassure jittery allies, Pacific Fleet commander says U.S. could sail more combat ships into contested waters amid standoffs with China
China refuses to hand over Tibetan lama's body
Pro-Tibet groups say family hasn't even been allowed to see remains of Tenzin Delek Rinpoche, who died 13 years into a life sentence
China detains 20 foreign travelers
Foreigners accused of committing crimes including watching "terrorist" propaganda videos in Mongolia
Stocks rebound but for many Chinese, all is lost
While gov't action may avert broad crisis, for millions of small-time investors lured into the market, "catastrophe" has struck
CBS News tries to explore China's secret islands
Seth Doane and his team venture to the South China Sea island of Pag-Asa, where locals accuse Beijing of "bullying"
Pro-democracy activists crowd Hong Kong streets
Protest demanding more autonomy from china smaller than recent years, indicating uncertainty for democratic movement
China: "Nothing to hide" on islands, but no peeking!
Beijing won't let CBS News onto islands growing in the disputed South China Sea, but Seth Doane got as close as possible on a fishing boat
Philippine official: China island-building in full swing
10 days after Beijing said land reclamation in disputed South China Sea territory was near complete, local mayor sees "full-blast construction"
China ignores calls to end dog meat festival
Shirking campaign backed by celebs, chefs in rural town plan to cook and serve 10,000 dogs -- many of them stolen pets -- for summer festival
China "unwilling" to accept Hong Kong's bid for democracy
Lawmakers in semi-autonomous territory vote against Beijing-backed plan that sparked huge protests, but China's not having it
Chinese police kill man wielding cement block
Officials say Muslim Uighur man was attacking travelers at a train station and refused to heed warnings
China's ex-security chief sentenced to life in prison
Most senior Communist Party official to date falls in corruption purge by new leader, who may have an ulterior motive
With sunken ship righted, China's grim work speeds up
Official death toll tops 100 as crews drain water from still mostly submerged cruise ship to retrieve victims
Echoes of Tiananmen louder than ever in Hong Kong
Massive vigil marking 26th anniversary of bloody Chinese crack-down on protesters has new meaning for young Hong Kongers
China ramps up search for sunken ship survivors
Government adds dozens more divers and some heavy equipment to the effort as rescuers contemplate their next move
Public smoking ban hits Beijing
But in a country with 300 million smokers, it's unclear how widespread enforcement of the new law will be
Walking the tightrope of dissent in China
One man took government regulators to task, and was invited to brief leaders, while another has been jailed over a picture
China's expanding military footprint
Beijing lays out plans to increase naval presence in contested waters as tension with the U.S. mounts
China show's crotch grenade bombs with censors
Beijing pulls plug on TV drama over amorous scene in which a lover pulls an explosive from his partner's privates
World
U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in World Cup loss to Belgium
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
Irish citizen found guilty of murdering American woman in Hungary
Investigators said Mackenzie Michalski and the suspect met at a nightclub and danced before leaving for the man's rented apartment.
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American-made technology guiding Ukraine's strikes into Russia
The American defense firm Shield AI has played an increasingly important role in Ukraine's campaign of strikes in Russia.
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.
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Charlie Kirk murder suspect said "he wishes he hadn't done it," roommate says
Lance Twiggs said in a recorded interview with a Utah prosecutor that he saw Robinson the day after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed.
Questions arise over new Air Force One after Trump uses old plane
The Secret Service advised that President Trump take the old plane to depart Turkey, according to people briefed on the situation.
Jet fuel prices have dropped. Why are air fares still so high?
Lower jet fuel costs spell relief for airlines. But that doesn't mean they'll pass savings onto customers by lowering airfares, experts said.
North Texas aviation pioneer Wally Funk dies, aged 87
Wally Funk was selected in 1961 as one of the elite women in the Mercury 13 program, finishing the same rigorous training program given to the Mercury 7 astronauts.
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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.
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Jet fuel prices have dropped. Why are air fares still so high?
Lower jet fuel costs spell relief for airlines. But that doesn't mean they'll pass savings onto customers by lowering airfares, experts said.
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.
Politics
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Questions arise over new Air Force One after Trump uses old plane
The Secret Service advised that President Trump take the old plane to depart Turkey, according to people briefed on the situation.
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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.
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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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U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in World Cup loss to Belgium
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
Irish citizen found guilty of murdering American woman in Hungary
Investigators said Mackenzie Michalski and the suspect met at a nightclub and danced before leaving for the man's rented apartment.
Exclusive
American-made technology guiding Ukraine's strikes into Russia
The American defense firm Shield AI has played an increasingly important role in Ukraine's campaign of strikes in Russia.
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.
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Jon Batiste performs "Georgia On My Mind"
Jon Batiste performs the Ray Charles classic, "Georgia On My Mind," as America rings in its 250th birthday.
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.
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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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Olympian's plea in Reflecting Pool case
U.S. Olympian David Hearn on Thursday pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Details on hearing in Charlie Kirk murder case
A critical hearing is continuing this week for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect said "he wishes he hadn't done it," roommate says
Lance Twiggs said in a recorded interview with a Utah prosecutor that he saw Robinson the day after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed.
Roommate interview to be played in Kirk trial
Video of an interview with the roommate of Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk, is set to be played in court Thursday. Robinson allegedly confessed to killing Kirk in a conversation with the roommate. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
Irish citizen found guilty of murdering American woman in Hungary
Investigators said Mackenzie Michalski and the suspect met at a nightclub and danced before leaving for the man's rented apartment.
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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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Olympian's plea in Reflecting Pool case
U.S. Olympian David Hearn on Thursday pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Details on hearing in Charlie Kirk murder case
A critical hearing is continuing this week for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Jon Batiste performs "Georgia On My Mind"
Jon Batiste performs the Ray Charles classic, "Georgia On My Mind," as America rings in its 250th birthday.
Why ICE facility inspections are down
Fifteen ICE facilities holding 500 or more detainees have not been inspected in over 12 months as of late June following a policy change that reduced inspection requirements, a CBS News analysis of inspection reports found. CBS News data journalist Julia Ingram examines what this means.
Roommate interview to be played in Kirk trial
Video of an interview with the roommate of Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk, is set to be played in court Thursday. Robinson allegedly confessed to killing Kirk in a conversation with the roommate. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.