Syria's Assad calls referendum on new constitution
New attempt to quell uprising would permit other parties to contest presidency, but it comes as violent crackdown continues
After the Arab Spring
Syrian forces renew assault on Homs
Activists describe shelling of Syrian city as the heaviest in days; Hundreds killed in last few days
Living with Syria's rebels, dodging tanks
CBS News' Clarissa Ward lived with a Syrian rebel family for a time, watching them do battle and mourn
Living with Syria's rebels
Independent reporting has been banned inside Syria but CBS News correspondent Clarissa ward was able to spend several days living with rebels willing to give their lives to overthrow President Assad's regime.
Will the U.S. invervene in Syria's uprising?
The Obama administration led NATO to launch an air campaign to support rebels trying to overthrow Muammar Qaddafi in Libya. Scott Pelley spoke with Norah O'Donnell to see if the White House is considering a similar mission in Syria.
Life on the streets of Syria
After an extraordinary trip inside Syria, CBS News Correspondent Clarissa Ward and Producer Ben Plesser have made it back out, slipping back across the border into Turkey. On Sunday night's CBS Evening News, Ward spoke to Jeff Glor. This is an extended, web-only version of that conversation.
Qaddafi son runs mouth, so Libya wants him back
Saadi Qaddafi warns from Niger about a new uprising in Libya, so the new Libyan government demands his extradition
Syria protesters grow frustrated with UN
The Arab League disbanded its peacekeeping mission to Syria and called on the UN Security Council to send a joint UN-Arab team. Clarissa Ward spoke with Jeff Glor from inside the country and explained the frustration from protesters towards the UN and America.
Blasts rock Syria's 2nd largest city, Aleppo
State-run media says 28 killed in explosions targeting security forces; Regime blames "terrorists", opposition blames regime
Syria forces continue weeklong assault on Homs
Activists say scores killed as attack on opposition-held city enters 7th day; International community grapples for a new solution
Syria rebels bloodied, battered, but defiant
Clarissa Ward sees ragtag rebels engage Syrian army, lose 4 men, then parade their bodies defiantly past regime forces
U.S.: "Friends of Syria" may meet to discuss aid
White House says U.S. is hoping to discuss ways to help Syrian people with world partners amid ongoing violence
U.S. grasps for way to help in Syria
White House insists invasion or arming rebels would have negative outcome, but other options may achieve very little
Syria batters Homs for 5th day in a row
Activists say more than 50 killed as regime pummels opposition stronghold with artillery in apparent push to retake city
Syria rebels stand ground against unmatched firepower
As the situation in Syria gets more dangerous by the hour, American diplomats are forced to evacuate. Clarissa Ward reports from inside Syria on what President Bashar al-Assad does not want the world to see.
U.S. warns Egypt over detained NGO workers
Clinton says Obama administration will "closely review" aid payments to Cairo as 19 Americans face prosecution
Russia pushes key changes in UN's Syria draft
Hours before expected vote on draft resolution, Russia FM says it must allow Assad more time to negotiate with opposition
Syria denies massacre of 200 in Homs
Regime denies reports that opposition stronghold pounded with mortars, blames "terrorist armed groups" as U.N. vote looms
Egypt soccer riot retaliation for revolution?
Rumors swirl around Egypt that security forces may have let soccer fans active in Arab Spring protests come under violent attack
Qatari PM on escalating violence in Syria
With violence in Syria escalating, world leaders are urging the U.N. Security Council to call for the country's president, Bashar Al-Assad, to step aside. The Prime Minister of Qatar sits down with Charlie Rose to discuss the ongoing turmoil.
Qatar: A tiny country asserts powerful influence
The Arab Spring is spreading, but not to Qatar, a tiny, oil-rich country wedged between Saudi Arabia and Iran. What keeps the peace in Qatar? Bob Simon reports.
Flash Points: Is Arab League lifeline for Assad in Syria?
In the latest edition of "Flash Points," CBS News national security correspondent Bob Orr and analyst Juan Zarate discuss the Arab League's support of Assad in Syria, American suicide bombers in Somalia, the conviction of Viktor Bout and online "hacktivists" targeting Mexican drug cartels.
Syria's gov't. again attacking civilians
The Syrian government is attacking civilians again to try to discourage them from protesting. Betty Nguyen reports.
Candidates on military assistance in Syria
During the CBS News/National Journal debate, Republican presidential candidates Newt Gingrich, Ron Paul and Mitt Romney answer a question on offering military assistance to the Syrian opposition.
Syria's crackdown sends U.S. ambassador home
Increased tensions between the United States and Syria have prompted America's ambassador to Syria, Robert Ford, to return home after being targeted by supporters of Bashar al-Assad. Norah O'Donnell reports.
World
Head of euthanasia firm dies while climbing Mount Fuji
A Swiss man died after losing consciousness hiking up Mount Fuji, marking the second fatality in one week on the iconic mountain.
Wildfire forces 40,000 tourists and residents to flee French peninsula
Several firefighters have been killed as France, Spain and Italy all battle wildfires that have forced tens of thousands to evacuate a vacation hotspot.
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Iran keeps targeting U.S. bases as U.S. interceptor stockpiles dwindle
Explosions were heard near a U.S. base in Iraq, and Iran said it targeted Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait as the 21-week war intensifies.
Remembering cameraman Derek Williams, "the mate you would want in any war zone"
Derek Williams died Wednesday, according to his family. He had been living with Parkinson's disease and was recently diagnosed with cancer.
Rapid pace of interceptor and precision-guided weapons use worries Trump admin.
The U.S. defense industrial base isn't equipped to produce missiles rapidly enough to replenish munitions used in the war with Iran, or transferred for use to Central Command.
Middle East oil producers step up plans to bypass the Strait of Hormuz
As Iran's attacks keep ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to a trickle and oil prices surge, Gulf states are planning to invest billions in pipeline alternatives.
Former model scout linked to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in his Paris home
A former model who accused Jeffrey Epstein associate Daniel Siad of rape says his death in Paris is "very disappointing," as he never faced justice.
Mayor who survived assassination attempt shot dead in town hall
Mayor Valentin Lavin, who was allied to President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, had already survived an armed attack in January, according to local media reports.
First beluga whales from Marineland arrive in Texas as rescue underway
Two beluga whales settled into their new home at SeaWorld San Antonio this week following an international relocation mission from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
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U.S. targets California-born leader of notorious Jalisco cartel
Juan Carlos Gonzalez, also known as "Pelon," is the stepson of "El Mencho" — real name Nemesio Oseguera — who was injured and later died in a military sweep.
The Federal Reserve meets next week. Could it raise interest rates?
The central bank is widely expected to stand pat on Wednesday, but persistent inflation concerns are reshaping expectations for the rest of 2026.
Tree of Life rabbi Jeffrey Myers bids farewell 8 years after deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history
Rabbi Jeffrey Myers is retiring from Tree of Life Congregation in Pittsburgh, which he led through the aftermath of the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history.
All 11 on seaplane that crashed, caught fire north of Seattle survive
A seaplane with 11 people on board crashed and caught fire a short time later in the Puget Sound area north of Seattle. All 11 survived, authorities said.
Texas appeals court reverses injunction that closed midwife's clinics
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton accused Maria Rojas of performing illegal abortions and practicing medicine without a license last year.
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Here are the new tariff rates on 60 countries targeted by President Trump
President Trump announced new tariffs of up to 12.5% to replace expiring Section 122 levies. Here are the rates for each country.
The Federal Reserve meets next week. Could it raise interest rates?
The central bank is widely expected to stand pat on Wednesday, but persistent inflation concerns are reshaping expectations for the rest of 2026.
Trump imposes new tariffs on dozens of countries, citing forced labor concerns
The Trump administration will impose tariffs of up to 12.5% on goods from 60 U.S. trading partners accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, extending the administration's tariffs on much of the world.
Tampa, Charleston airports to join new TSA privatized security initiative
The new Gold+ initiative would allow private contractors to handle passenger screening at three airports while the TSA retains federal oversight.
Fewer Americans own homes than thought, new Fed search finds
Only about 53% of Americans own homes, or about 12 percentage points lower than previous data has shown, the study found.
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Here are the new tariff rates on 60 countries targeted by President Trump
President Trump announced new tariffs of up to 12.5% to replace expiring Section 122 levies. Here are the rates for each country.
25 states sue FEMA and DHS, accuse Trump admin. of withholding funding
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
Rapid pace of interceptor and precision-guided weapons use worries Trump admin.
The U.S. defense industrial base isn't equipped to produce missiles rapidly enough to replenish munitions used in the war with Iran, or transferred for use to Central Command.
Trump imposes new tariffs on dozens of countries, citing forced labor concerns
The Trump administration will impose tariffs of up to 12.5% on goods from 60 U.S. trading partners accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, extending the administration's tariffs on much of the world.
DOJ withdraws subpoenas for New York Times reporters over Air Force One story
The Justice Department withdrew its subpoenas for New York Times reporters during a court heraing Thursday, after a judge grilled government lawyers for making "errors."
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Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce expands to 4 more states
The cyclosporiasis outbreak, the nation's largest, is currently affecting nine states.
FDA investigating new cyclospora outbreak
U.S. health officials said they are investigating an additional outbreak of cyclospora, but do not know its source. Plus, Taylor Farms has reportedly shut down the plant where lettuce is suspected to have started the initial outbreak that has sickened thousands in at least 41 states. Carter Evans reports.
Measles outbreak "slowing," but newborn's family still can't meet her
Utah's weekly measles case count has fallen. The national tally hasn't, and a newborn who's too young to be vaccinated is caught in between.
FDA reports new cyclospora outbreak as North Carolina eyes cilantro, parsley
Federal health officials said they've identified a new outbreak of the cyclospora parasite, but the source hasn't been specified.
FDA panel recommends loosening regulations for some peptides
The FDA panel is reviewing seven peptides and deciding if they should be added to a list of substances that can be safely produced by compounding pharmacies.
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Head of euthanasia firm dies while climbing Mount Fuji
A Swiss man died after losing consciousness hiking up Mount Fuji, marking the second fatality in one week on the iconic mountain.
Wildfire forces 40,000 tourists and residents to flee French peninsula
Several firefighters have been killed as France, Spain and Italy all battle wildfires that have forced tens of thousands to evacuate a vacation hotspot.
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Iran keeps targeting U.S. bases as U.S. interceptor stockpiles dwindle
Explosions were heard near a U.S. base in Iraq, and Iran said it targeted Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait as the 21-week war intensifies.
Remembering cameraman Derek Williams, "the mate you would want in any war zone"
Derek Williams died Wednesday, according to his family. He had been living with Parkinson's disease and was recently diagnosed with cancer.
Rapid pace of interceptor and precision-guided weapons use worries Trump admin.
The U.S. defense industrial base isn't equipped to produce missiles rapidly enough to replenish munitions used in the war with Iran, or transferred for use to Central Command.
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Tilly Norwood's creator insists the AI actor is creating Hollywood jobs
The robot actor is generating work for Hollywood creatives, not stealing jobs from actors, her inventor tells CBS News.
From the archives: Legendary late-night producer Peter Lassally
Peter Lassally, the fabled TV executive for such late-night hosts as Johnny Carson and David Letterman, and a mentor for many rising comedians, died July 19, 2026 at age 93. In this March 11, 2018 "Sunday Morning" profile, correspondent Mo Rocca talked with Lassally (affectionately dubbed "The Host Whisperer") about working with the kings of late-night. Lassally also talks about his childhood, part of which was spent in Nazi concentration camps, and also about whether he has had joy in his life.
Aisha Tyler on "Criminal Minds" journey
"Criminal Minds" star Aisha Tyler was only supposed to be in six episodes of the show, but her journey on the series has now spanned over a decade. She tells "CBS Mornings" how her role has impacted her in real life and what it was like to work with guest star Connor Storrie from "Heated Rivalry."
James Norton talks "House of the Dragon"
Actor James Norton describes what it is like to play a villain in "House of the Dragon," which is a prequel to "Game of Thrones" and reveals which scene made him nearly faint during shooting.
Luke Bracey on "Little House on the Prairie"
Luke Bracey tells "CBS Mornings" the new "Little House on the Prairie" series was adapted from the books rather than a reboot of the TV show. He explains why he thinks it resonates with people today and how a playlist helped him and a co-star bond over their characters.
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Lawmakers weigh AI "kill switch"
Days after OpenAI revealed one of its models went rogue and hacked into another company's servers, House lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow the federal government to effectively shut down models that may put the public at risk. Jo Ling Kent explains.
How to save on your next laptop amid AI boom
As the back-to-school shopping season begins, you can expect to pay more for certain items, like laptops, due to shortages stemming from artificial intelligence. Brian Westover, principal hardware writer for PCMag, joins CBS News to discuss how you can save money.
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.
Study: ChatGPT solved complex cybersecurity task
New research from a cybersecurity company now indicates that artificial intelligence models are getting better at solving multi-part problems. Gabriel Bernadett-Shapiro, who worked on the project and is a distinguished AI research scientist at SentinelOne, joins to unpack his team's research.
OpenAI confirms "unprecedented" incident
OpenAI is investigating after two of its AI bots went rogue and targeted an outside company during a training exercise in what the company called an "unprecedented cyber incident." Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at Puck, joins with more.
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Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Crime
NYPD carries out human trafficking bust
While fans gathered to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup, detectives with the New York Police Department were working to catch human traffickers. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Nancy Guthrie ransom note details revealed
New details from the original ransom note for Nancy Guthrie were revealed on the podcast "Crime Junkie." Police are still looking for tips after the disappearance of Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
U.S. targets California-born leader of notorious Jalisco cartel
Juan Carlos Gonzalez, also known as "Pelon," is the stepson of "El Mencho" — real name Nemesio Oseguera — who was injured and later died in a military sweep.
Apalachee High School shooting suspect pleads guilty to all charges
Colt Gray was charged with 55 counts, including malice murder, and faces up to 180 years in prison for the deadly mass shooting at Apalachee High School.
Contents of fist Guthrie ransom note revealed
Nearly six months after Nancy Guthrie was taken from her home in Arizona, the full contents of a ransom note that might have come from her kidnapper are coming to light. Mark Strassmann reports on the latest developments in the search for the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie.
Space
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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White House imposes new tariffs
The White House announced it's placing tariffs on 60 countries, citing forced labor concerns, after the Supreme Court ruled the Trump administration must find proper legal justification to impose them. CBS News' Nancy Cordes explains.
How Houthi rebels are impacting Iran war
Trade routes are under escalating pressure as troubles continue in the Strait of Hormuz and Houthi rebels attack Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. CBS News' Courtney Kealy has more.
NYPD carries out human trafficking bust
While fans gathered to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup, detectives with the New York Police Department were working to catch human traffickers. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Heavy rain pounds Southeast
Parts of North Carolina were hit by heavy rain on Thursday, causing chaos on the roads. There's a threat of more flooding on Friday. Skyler Henry has the latest.
Nancy Guthrie ransom note details revealed
New details from the original ransom note for Nancy Guthrie were revealed on the podcast "Crime Junkie." Police are still looking for tips after the disappearance of Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.