
Tonga's Olympic flagbearer raises over $400,000 for tsunami relief
Tonga's government described the tsunami as "an unprecedented disaster" for the country.
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Tonga's government described the tsunami as "an unprecedented disaster" for the country.
"We really can't believe how lucky we are and are so excited for the next part of our lives to begin," Barker said.
Olympic committee chief says North Korea will also forfeit potentially millions of dollars it was due from previous Games for "violating the Olympic Charter."
Muhammad Ziyad Zolkefli appeared to have won gold in the shot put but he was disqualified.
The flag was carried during the Paralympics opening ceremony after Afghanistan's athletes couldn't travel to Tokyo.
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.
In 2016, Johnson made history as the first and only African-American woman on the Team USA women's water polo team.
The Tokyo Olympics glided to their conclusion in a COVID-emptied stadium Sunday night.
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.
Of her 11 medals, seven are gold.
Kevin Durant, Team USA's all-time leading scorer, finished with 29 points and 6 rebounds.
Canadian midfielder Quinn is the first openly transgender and nonbinary athlete to win an Olympic medal.
"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.
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.
It's the first gold in the sport for Team USA since 2012.
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.
"To our great regret, now [in Belarus], you can lose not only freedom, but also lose your life," one athlete says.
The 19-year-old takes home the U.S.' first canoe or kayak sprint medal since 1992.
The reigning World Cup champions were led by Megan Rapinoe and Carli Lloyd, who had two goals each.
This marks the 10th time since 1995 that the men have botched a relay at a world championships or Olympics.
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.
Vashti, 23, recently qualified for the upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo. Her return is a chance at redemption after falling short in 2016.
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.
"I love representing the U.S. I freaking love living there, I love it," she said after her win.
"At the end of the day, people don't understand what we are going through," Biles told reporters.
In underground hi-tech command centers, soldiers — some of whom are former gamers and IT workers — use inexpensive drones to stream live video from the frontline.
U.S. officials hadn't before closed off that possibility.
10 people — including a former soldier, a housewife and a 2-year-old — have been decapitated since 2018, sparking fears of ritual killings.
The Bangladeshi teenager apparently spent six days in the container as it sailed from his hometown all the way to Malaysia.
Police also found several weapons, including a gun, crossbows and compressed air weapons.
America's top diplomat touched down to meet officials from both sides after a weekend that saw the deadliest attack on Jews in Israel since 2008.
Small investment research firm claims one of the world's richest people is presiding over the "Largest Con in Corporate History."
Zacatecas has been the scene of bloody turf battles between the Jalisco and Sinaloa drug cartels.
A photographer who was taking part in the backcountry ski trip said Kyle Smaine was "thrown 50 meters by the air blast and buried" in the avalanche.
A former Memphis officer said the unit's training consisted of PowerPoint presentations, one day of suspect apprehension training and one day at the firing range.
Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.
The decision comes after an analysis found some 2015-19 Hyundai and Kia vehicles lack protections to prevent theft.
Ira "Bob" Born developed a machine to make the marshmallow chicks in just six minutes, down from 27 hours previously.
In 45 of the 50 largest cities, buyers pay far more for the privilege to own a home than they do to rent.
The decision comes after an analysis found some 2015-19 Hyundai and Kia vehicles lack protections to prevent theft.
Ira "Bob" Born developed a machine to make the marshmallow chicks in just six minutes, down from 27 hours previously.
In 45 of the 50 largest cities, buyers pay far more for the privilege to own a home than they do to rent.
Donald Trump has defended his business ties to Saudi Arabia-backed golf tournament despite monarchy's human rights record.
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.
U.S. officials hadn't before closed off that possibility.
Donald Trump has defended his business ties to Saudi Arabia-backed golf tournament despite monarchy's human rights record.
Backup plan for tackling student debt could spur more people than expected to join the program, an analysis says.
Rep. Jim Jordan sent a letter earlier this month to Attorney General Merrick Garland asking for documents and underlying evidence in the appointment of the special counsel.
Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.
Private equity groups are cashing in on rising rates of alcohol and drug addiction in the U.S.
"Trans kids are kids — they deserve to grow up without constant political attacks on their lives and health care," wrote the ACLU's Utah chapter on Twitter.
Potential donors would be screened with a questionnaire that evaluates their individual risks for HIV based on sexual behavior, recent partners and other factors.
Thousands of practicing nurses in the U.S. could potentially be working with bogus academic credentials.
In underground hi-tech command centers, soldiers — some of whom are former gamers and IT workers — use inexpensive drones to stream live video from the frontline.
U.S. officials hadn't before closed off that possibility.
10 people — including a former soldier, a housewife and a 2-year-old — have been decapitated since 2018, sparking fears of ritual killings.
The Bangladeshi teenager apparently spent six days in the container as it sailed from his hometown all the way to Malaysia.
Police also found several weapons, including a gun, crossbows and compressed air weapons.
Lisa Loring, the first actress to play Wednesday in "The Addams Family" TV series died at age 64. Loring also had a recurring part in the CBS soap opera "As the World Turns." Her family said she died of complications from a stroke.
Donald Trump has defended his business ties to Saudi Arabia-backed golf tournament despite monarchy's human rights record.
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
The 65th Annual Grammy Awards are set for Sunday night. So who is most likely to win on Music's Biggest Night?
Rising star Samara Joy is nominated for two Grammy awards in two categories, Best New Artist and Best Jazz Vocal Album. Michelle Miller reports.
The decision comes after an analysis found some 2015-19 Hyundai and Kia vehicles lack protections to prevent theft.
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
New bots and other AI tools are likely to supplant people in performing certain workplace tasks, experts say.
This will be CEO Shou Zi Chew's first appearance before Congress.
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
San Diego's usually blue waves recently turned a bright fuchsia, and scientists are explaining why.
The mummy of an ancient Egyptian named Hekashepes represents two remarkable firsts, but it wasn't the lead scientist's favorite discovery at Saqqara this week.
But it will miss, the space agency says, in one of the closest encounters of its type ever.
"We have discovered more than a thousand burial sites before in Luxor, but this is the first time we find one from the 13th Dynasty," said antiquities official Dr. Fathy Yaseen.
A former Memphis officer said the unit's training consisted of PowerPoint presentations, one day of suspect apprehension training and one day at the firing range.
Two rare tamarin monkeys are missing from the Dallas Zoo -- the latest in a series of mysterious incidents there. Police says the monkeys' enclosure was apparently cut open and the animals were stolen.
The statement comes after the release of police videos, which have led to more officers facing investigation.
Students were greeted by a line of police officers and other adults who gave them high-fives as they walked into the school.
10 people — including a former soldier, a housewife and a 2-year-old — have been decapitated since 2018, sparking fears of ritual killings.
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
"He'll be cheering us all on from the sidelines," Sanchez said of Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos, who is also her boyfriend.
After 32 launches from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility, the company is now set for regular flights from Virginia's Eastern Shore.
The icy ingredients studied in a molecular cloud 500 light-years away provide a "spectral snapshot" of the origins of space bodies.
Researchers have captured a radio signal from the most distant galaxy to date.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
They may have famous names and big careers, but these celebs also ran into financial trouble.
The Orion spacecraft sent back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.4-million-mile journey around the moon.
Two more Memphis police officers were disciplined and relieved of duty in the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols. Two Memphis Fire Department EMTs and a driver were also fired in connection with the incident. Elise Preston reports.
In the fight for his life against COVID-19, a Texas firefighter sought to inspire his kids by showing them that they can achieve anything if they set their minds to it. After more than 500 grueling days, he's finally back on the job. Omar Villafranca shares more.
Lisa Loring, the first actress to play Wednesday in "The Addams Family" TV series died at age 64. Loring also had a recurring part in the CBS soap opera "As the World Turns." Her family said she died of complications from a stroke.
Two rare tamarin monkeys are missing from the Dallas Zoo -- the latest in a series of mysterious incidents there. Police says the monkeys' enclosure was apparently cut open and the animals were stolen.
The monthslong battle for the strategically important city of Bakhmut rages on. Debora Patta takes a look at how inexpensive drones are aiding Ukrainian forces on the front lines.