IOC suspends North Korea from next Olympics for skipping Tokyo Games
Olympic committee chief says North Korea will also forfeit potentially millions of dollars it was due from previous Games for "violating the Olympic Charter."
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Paralympian stripped of gold medal for being 3 minutes late
Muhammad Ziyad Zolkefli appeared to have won gold in the shot put but he was disqualified.
Afghan flag displayed during Paralympics opening ceremony
The flag was carried during the Paralympics opening ceremony after Afghanistan's athletes couldn't travel to Tokyo.
Olympian auctions off medal to help pay for infant's heart surgery
Maria Andrejczyk, who won silver at the Tokyo Olympics, raised $125,000 to help a Polish 8-month-old boy fly to the United States for heart surgery.
Ashleigh Johnson on Olympic gold, diversity in aquatic sports
In 2016, Johnson made history as the first and only African-American woman on the Team USA women's water polo team.
Tokyo Olympics come to a close, marking end of strangest games on record
The Tokyo Olympics glided to their conclusion in a COVID-emptied stadium Sunday night.
Jessica Springsteen wins silver in equestrian team jumping final
Sweden won the tiebreaker by just 1.3 seconds, leaving Bruce Springsteen's daughter and famous American equestrians McLain Ward and Laura Kraut to take the silver.
Allyson Felix wins 11th medal, more than any other U.S. athlete in Olympic track history
Of her 11 medals, seven are gold.
U.S. men's basketball wins fourth consecutive gold medal
Kevin Durant, Team USA's all-time leading scorer, finished with 29 points and 6 rebounds.
Openly transgender and nonbinary Olympian wins history-making medal
Canadian midfielder Quinn is the first openly transgender and nonbinary athlete to win an Olympic medal.
Former Team USA gymnast praises Simone Biles as a "role model"
"Regardless of what she decides to do, if she decides to go on to try and make the Paris Olympics ... she really is setting that bar and really just being the best role model out there," Nastia Liukin said of Simone Biles.
Allyson Felix becomes the most decorated woman in Olympic track history
The 35-year-old has won six gold medals, three silver and now, one bronze — making her the most decorated female American track and field athlete in Olympic history.
Team USA's April Ross and Alix Klineman win gold in beach volleyball
It's the first gold in the sport for Team USA since 2012.
Olympics are coming to an end as COVID surges
Olympic organizers on Friday announced 29 new COVID-19 infections that are linked to the Summer Games. Officials are concerned about the lasting impact the virus could have not only on Tokyo, but on all of Japan, once the Olympics are over this weekend. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joins CBSN AM from Tokyo to discuss.
Olympics shine light on repression of athletes in Belarus
"To our great regret, now [in Belarus], you can lose not only freedom, but also lose your life," one athlete says.
USA's Nevin Harrison wins gold in historic women's 200-meter canoe sprint
The 19-year-old takes home the U.S.' first canoe or kayak sprint medal since 1992.
U.S. women's soccer team beats Australia 4-3 to capture bronze
The reigning World Cup champions were led by Megan Rapinoe and Carli Lloyd, who had two goals each.
Team USA men fail to advance in 4x100 relay
This marks the 10th time since 1995 that the men have botched a relay at a world championships or Olympics.
USA's Ryan Crouser wins gold in men's shot put, breaks own record
He earned the first track and field gold medal for the American men at the Tokyo Games, coming later than anyone expected - on Day 7 of the meet.
Daughter of NFL legend makes a leap of faith at Tokyo Olympics
Vashti, 23, recently qualified for the upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo. Her return is a chance at redemption after falling short in 2016.
Marathoner helps change the game for mothers competing in Olympics
Olympic officials initially said breastfeeding moms couldn't bring their babies to Tokyo — but reversed their decision in June with help from Olympic marathoner Aliphine Tuliamuk.
Tamyra Mensah-Stock is first Black woman to win wrestling gold for U.S.
"I love representing the U.S. I freaking love living there, I love it," she said after her win.
Simone Biles reveals her aunt died unexpectedly during Olympics
"At the end of the day, people don't understand what we are going through," Biles told reporters.
Indonesia showers gold medalists with gifts of cows, cash and meatball restaurants
Greysia Polii and Apriyani Rahayu captured the first gold for Indonesia in the Tokyo Olympics after defeating the world champions from China.
13-year-old Sky Brown wins medal at Tokyo Olympics
Brown, who splits her time between California and Japan, said she used to steal her dad's skateboard and learned by watching YouTube videos.
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Another evacuation flight leaves Afghanistan with 28 U.S. citizens
It is not clear how many Americans remain in Afghanistan.
U.S. increases deportations to Haiti amid spike in border arrivals
Thousands of migrants, many of them from Haiti, have crossed the southern border in recent days near Del Rio, Texas, prompting U.S. agents to set up a makeshift processing site underneath a bridge.
Arc de Triomphe artistic work conceived in 1962 is finally realized
The installation will remain in place for 16 days.
Afghan survivors of U.S. drone strike: Sorry "is not enough"
U.S. Marine Gen. Frank McKenzie, head of U.S. Central Command, called the strike a "tragic mistake," and after weeks of denials.
NYC vaccination requirement becomes a flashpoint for U.N.
The Biden administration worries that this year's U.N. General Assembly could become a COVID-19 "superspreader event" as world leaders descend on New York City.
Thousands of Haitian migrants waiting under Texas bridge in squalid conditions
The temporary encampment has grown rapidly and officials are struggling to provide food, water and sanitation.
U.S. drone strike in Afghanistan killed as many as 10 civilians
An investigation by U.S. Central Command determined that the August 29 strike in Kabul killed an innocent aid worker and as many as nine of his family members.
Chess icon sues Netflix for show's "sexist and belittling" portrayal
The suit says the show falsely suggested that former female world champ Nona Gaprindashvili never played competitive chess with men.
2 men charged with murder of journalist Lyra McKee
McKee was an increasingly influential journalist who had written powerfully about growing up gay in Northern Ireland and the struggles of the generation of "cease-fire babies" raised after the 1998 Good Friday peace accord.
Artist turns seafloor into art by creating underwater museums
Jason deCaires Taylor's projects often explore the relationship between humans and the natural world.
3 Chinese astronauts return to Earth from budding space station
They landed in the Gobi Desert. It was China's longest such mission yet. Astronaut trios are expected to be sent on 90-day missions to the station over the next two years to make it fully functional.
Little girl has big idea to educate the world's forgotten children
At just 8 years old, Paisley Elliott uses her globe, not for play but for planning a trip to Uganda to change lives.
Where Afghan refugees are expected to be resettled, by state
California and Texas are set to receive thousands of Afghans evacuated to the U.S., while other states are expected to resettle fewer than a dozen or none at all.
Judge rules U.S. can't expel migrant families using public health law
Under a Trump-era policy that the Biden administration has maintained, hundreds of thousands of migrants have been expelled without a chance to apply for asylum.
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.
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Another evacuation flight leaves Afghanistan with 28 U.S. citizens
It is not clear how many Americans remain in Afghanistan.
U.S. increases deportations to Haiti amid spike in border arrivals
Thousands of migrants, many of them from Haiti, have crossed the southern border in recent days near Del Rio, Texas, prompting U.S. agents to set up a makeshift processing site underneath a bridge.
Arc de Triomphe artistic work conceived in 1962 is finally realized
The installation will remain in place for 16 days.
Afghan survivors of U.S. drone strike: Sorry "is not enough"
U.S. Marine Gen. Frank McKenzie, head of U.S. Central Command, called the strike a "tragic mistake," and after weeks of denials.
NYC vaccination requirement becomes a flashpoint for U.N.
The Biden administration worries that this year's U.N. General Assembly could become a COVID-19 "superspreader event" as world leaders descend on New York City.
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California reports lowest COVID-19 case rate in the country
As of Saturday evening, 24.99 new confirmed cases were reported for every 100,000 people in California, according to data collected by Johns Hopkins University.
Gottlieb says COVID origins may never be known, urges intelligence gathering to spot future pandemics
Scott Gottlieb discusses the need for intelligence gathering to spot future pandemics in an exclusive interview airing Sunday on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" about his upcoming book: "Uncontrolled Spread: Why COVID-19 Crushed Us and How We Can Defeat the Next Pandemic"
Another evacuation flight leaves Afghanistan with 28 U.S. citizens
It is not clear how many Americans remain in Afghanistan.
How to watch the 2021 Primetime Emmy Awards
The 73rd Emmy Awards will return Sunday to celebrate the best in television.
Police outnumber protesters at rally supporting January 6 rioters
The crowd was sparse and incidents were few.
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Gottlieb says COVID origins may never be known, urges intelligence gathering to spot future pandemics
Scott Gottlieb discusses the need for intelligence gathering to spot future pandemics in an exclusive interview airing Sunday on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" about his upcoming book: "Uncontrolled Spread: Why COVID-19 Crushed Us and How We Can Defeat the Next Pandemic"
Capitol Hill on high alert ahead of rally in support of January 6 rioters
Police in Washington, D.C., say they are taking no chances.
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.
Border Patrol didn't conduct welfare checks on migrant boy who died in 2019
Carlos Gregorio Hernández Vásquez, 16, became the sixth migrant child to die after entering U.S. custody during a six-month period starting in December 2018.
Thousands of Haitian migrants waiting under Texas bridge in squalid conditions
The temporary encampment has grown rapidly and officials are struggling to provide food, water and sanitation.
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How to watch the 2021 Primetime Emmy Awards
The 73rd Emmy Awards will return Sunday to celebrate the best in television.
Best movies streaming on Netflix — September 2021
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Patricia Williams on career, Netflix special
Patricia Williams is known for being brutally honest, outrageous and hilarious. She just nabbed her first hour-long standup special on Netflix. CBS News’ Michelle Miller spoke to Williams about her 20-year career.
Best shows to watch on Netflix — September 2021
One of these shows could be your next binge obsession.
Girls show new interest in chess
"The Queen's Gambit" is credited with a huge spike in sales of chess boards and activity with girls showing an unexpected interest. It's a real game changer for the women who have spent decades trying to get those girls a seat at the table. Dana Jacobson has the details.
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Inspiration4 crew returns to Earth after historic flight
The Inspiration4 crew splashed down at 7:07 p.m. EDT near Cape Canaveral to close out a three-day mission.
Busy day in orbit for SpaceX's all-civilian Inspiration4 crew
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
Amazon says 1 million workers applied for jobs this week
Retailer's new warehouse jobs pay an average of $18 an hour, which may be attracting people in lower-paying jobs.
When can you order Apple's iPhone 13 and other new gear?
Also coming this fall are a redesigned Apple Watch, along with privacy updates in the devices' operating systems.
First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
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Inspiration4 crew returns to Earth after historic flight
The Inspiration4 crew splashed down at 7:07 p.m. EDT near Cape Canaveral to close out a three-day mission.
Officials urge killing of invasive spotted lanternfly
Some think it's pretty, but the spotted lanternfly is an invasive species known for sucking the life out of trees and other plants,
Artist turns seafloor into art by creating underwater museums
Jason deCaires Taylor's projects often explore the relationship between humans and the natural world.
First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
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.
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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.
California reports lowest COVID-19 case rate in the country
As of Saturday evening, 24.99 new confirmed cases were reported for every 100,000 people in California, according to data collected by Johns Hopkins University.
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.
States push for more monoclonal antibodies to treat COVID-19
Some states fear their need for the potentially lifesaving treatment will outpace allocations from the federal government.
Study finds Moderna's vaccine most effective against hospitalizations
The study compared Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines over recent months and found all provide "substantial protection against COVID-19 hospitalization."
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Latest Child Tax Credit payment delayed for some parents
Some families are expressing frustration that they have yet to receive the third installment from the federal program.
Amazon says 1 million workers applied for jobs this week
Retailer's new warehouse jobs pay an average of $18 an hour, which may be attracting people in lower-paying jobs.
When can you order Apple's iPhone 13 and other new gear?
Also coming this fall are a redesigned Apple Watch, along with privacy updates in the devices' operating systems.
Samuel Adams releases beer so potent it's illegal in 15 states
Beer maker's Utopias brand is barrel-aged and finished with cherries. Just be prepared to pay up.
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.
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Robert Durst found guilty of killing best friend Susan Berman
A Los Angeles jury found the New York millionaire guilty of first-degree murder in the fatal shooting,
Former sheriff's deputy charged with manslaughter in teen's death
Michael Davis shot Hunter Brittain during a traffic stop outside an auto repair shop along an Arkansas highway in June.
First heart transplant recipient in D.C. area dies from COVID-19
Eva Baisey, who had a life expectancy of just one to five years in 1986, died from COVID-19 — more than 34 years after the surgery.
2 men charged with murder of journalist Lyra McKee
McKee was an increasingly influential journalist who had written powerfully about growing up gay in Northern Ireland and the struggles of the generation of "cease-fire babies" raised after the 1998 Good Friday peace accord.
Death of Murdaugh family housekeeper in 2018 under investigation
Gloria Satterfield's death was said to be the result of a "trip and fall accident," but the coroner's office says an autopsy was never performed.
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Inspiration4 crew returns to Earth after historic flight
The Inspiration4 crew splashed down at 7:07 p.m. EDT near Cape Canaveral to close out a three-day mission.
Busy day in orbit for SpaceX's all-civilian Inspiration4 crew
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
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.
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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
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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.
Louisiana firefighters homeless after Ida
When Hurricane Ida ripped through Louisiana last month, several firefighters lost their homes in the destruction. As many as 33 firefighters are currently displaced and running low on essential supplies. Thanh Truong reports.
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 September 19 at 8 p.m. EDT/5 p.m. PDT on CBS or Paramount+.
Debate over COVID booster shots continue
The debate over the necessity of COVID-19 booster shots is becoming yet another point of contention in public health discourse. Meanwhile, there are signs of hope as the U.S. reported two straight weeks of decline in new infections. Anthony Pura reports.
Authorities looking for Gabby Petito’s fiancé
The mystery behind Gabby Petito’s disappearance has deepened after her fiancé and the person of interest in the case, Brian Laundrie, was also reported missing on Friday. Michael George has more.