Angelina Jolie: Mosul is "worst devastation I have seen"
The UNHCR special envoy implores the international community restore the city; corpses are still trapped under ruins.
Battle For Mosul
AP: Death toll in Mosul 10 times higher than acknowledged
Investigation based on accounts from local officials, NGOs, suggests U.S., Iraq and ISIS all understating horrific loss of civilian life
Rise and fall of ISIS in Syria and Iraq
CBS News' Holly Williams talks with Anthony Mason about the downfall of ISIS, and the future of Iraq and Syria.
Behind the Lens: Children of ISIS
In the ruins of Mosul, Charlie D'Agata gets a sense of the desperation on which ISIS preys to recruit a new generation
German girl found in ISIS hideout wants "to go home"
Linda Wenzel, a 16-year-old Muslim convert, was caught with other "ISIS brides" as Iraqi forces reclaimed Mosul
As ISIS "sleepers" hunted in Mosul, focus shifts to Raqqa
U.S.-backed forces go after ISIS "sleeper cells," suspected to be using their families as human shields, day after city declared liberated
Iraqi PM congratulates troops in Mosul, declares victory over ISIS
Dressed in a black military uniform, a smiling Haider al-Abadi walked amid the soldiers, at one point grabbing an Iraqi flag and briefly draping it on his shoulders
Iraq PM says "we managed to liberate" Mosul
Lt. Gen. Abdel Ghani al-Asadi, of Iraq's special forces, said earlier in the day that Iraqi forces are just 250 meters from the Tigris River, in the western half of Mosul
ISIS clings to last tiny urban patches of crumbling "caliphate"
Extremists now hold just a few blocks of Iraq's 2nd largest city, as U.S.-backed forces breach wall surrounding their de-facto capital in Syria
ISIS hides female suicide bombers among fleeing civilians
Two suicide bombings against Iraqi soldiers follow three other attacks by women
Shrinking "Islamic State" loses its symbolic birthplace
Militants tried to level ancient al-Nuri mosque as they fled the Mosul landmark, but Iraqi troops now control the compound
"Stench of death" from bodies of ISIS fighters fills Mosul
U.S.-backed Iraqi special forces said Sunday they've retaken two-thirds of the Old City, and Iraqi forces opened exit routes this weekend for hundreds of civilians to escape
ISIS makes bloody last stand in Mosul
Cameras can't really do justice to the destruction of the Old City. It just goes on forever, reports CBS News' Charlie D'Agata
American aid worker runs through ISIS gunfire to save little girl
ISIS snipers filled the air with gunfire, but David Eubank had to get to the girl
Iconic mosque where ISIS leader declared caliphate destroyed
Iraq's Ministry of Defense said ISIS detonated explosives inside Mosul's al-Nuri mosque, but ISIS claimed a U.S. airstrike was to blame -- which the U.S. disputes
Deadly food poisoning tears through camp for displaced people
Hundreds of Iraqis who fled homes around ISIS-held Mosul left in critical condition thanks to tainted food aid
American doctors volunteer to help wounded in Mosul
Dr. John Lucey, an orthopedic surgeon from North Carolina, came out of retirement at 74 years old to do what he could in Iraq
Iraqi forces hope new offensive will be final push to rid Mosul of ISIS
Iraqi commanders have said they know they are running out of time with an estimated 200,00 civilans still trapped inside the Old City
Pentagon: March airstrike killed more than 100 civilians
Investigation found that building collapsed after U.S. bomb detonated explosives placed by ISIS
U.S. envoy says key fight vs. ISIS in "final stages"
Brett McGurk says U.S.-backed Iraqi forces "completely defeating" militants in Mosul, warns more cash needed to rebuild
"Liars": Survivors reject U.S. claims on airstrike that killed 100
Witnesses and 1 of 2 only survivors of strike on Mosul home dismiss Pentagon's suggestions ISIS to blame for civilian deaths
DoD identifies U.S. service member killed by blast outside Mosul
Death is second American military fatality since the start of Mosul operation against ISIS more than six months ago
U.S. investigating reports that Mosul airstrike killed more than 100 civilians
The suspected high toll underscores the difficulties that Iraqi troops face in the weeks-long fight to route the Sunni militant group from Iraq's second-largest city
ISIS battles U.S.-backed troops to a vicious standoff
ISIS and Iraq forces in standoff for western Mosul where Charlie D'Agata reports from front line of brutal street fighting
American volunteer doctors saving lives in Mosul
The New York City Medics have been responding to natural disasters for years, but Mosul is their first war zone
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Ecuador President Daniel Noboa sworn in for second term amid rising crime
The inauguration in Quito, the country's capital, was attended by Health Secretary Robert Kennedy, Jr.
Cartel leader with $1 million U.S. bounty on his head killed in Mexico
The DEA had been offering up to $1 million for information leading to the arrest of Jorge Humberto Figueroa, a leader of the infamous Sinaloa cartel.
"It Was Just an Accident" wins Palme d'Or trophy at Cannes awards
Iranian dissident filmmaker Jafar Panahi's revenge thriller "It Was Just an Accident " won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday.
Gaza doctor's 9 children killed in latest string of Israeli strikes, hospital says
The Hamas-run Health Ministry in Gaza says the war's death toll has risen to 53,901 since the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks on Israel that sparked 19 months of fighting.
Power outage disrupts last day of Cannes; police investigating possible arson
A power outage at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday led police to open an arson investigation.
Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds of prisoners as strikes on Kyiv continue
Two successive nighttime Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv came amid a major prisoner exchange between the two countries.
Trump announces "partnership" between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel
"I am proud to announce that, after much consideration and negotiation, US Steel will REMAIN in America," President Trump wrote Friday afternoon.
Stabbing at Germany train station leaves several people injured, authorities say
The attacker targeted people on the platform in the city of Hamburg, according to police.
8 found guilty of Kim Kardashian jewelry heist in Paris; 2 acquitted
Eight people were found guilty of robbing Kim Kardashian in Paris in 2016. Two defendants were acquitted.
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Kidnapping victim forced to rob bank falsely painted as a criminal in court
Three masked gunmen break into California bank manager Michelle Renee's home and hold her and her young daughter hostage before forcing her to rob her own bank. But in court, the defense would try to pin the plot on the victim.
Woman fights for her brother's honor after brutal N.C. murder
Jason Corbett, an Irish businessman living in Davidson County, North Carolina, was beaten to death with a brick paver and a baseball bat in 2015 by his American au-pair-turned-wife and her father, a former FBI agent — who claim it was in self-defense.
Oregon man who quit job to sail with cat arrives in Hawaii
Oliver Widger, known online as "sailing_with_phoenix," was greeted by Hawaii Gov. Josh Green at the Waikiki Yacht Club on Oahu after reaching his destination.
Officer who arrested Georgia teen that was detained by ICE resigns
The officer whose traffic arrest of a 19-year-old undocumented college student led to her detention by ICE has resigned from the department.
"Curious" crane escaped from Washington zoo found after adventures outside
An East African crowned crane that escaped from a Washington state zoo was found after almost three days on the lam.
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Publix recalls baby food after testing finds elevated lead levels
The Publix supermarket chain is recalling fruit and vegetable baby food because testing found elevated levels of lead.
What to know about Trump's push to bring Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public
President Trump says he'll decide soon whether to take Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public — a move that was vocally sought by Trump ally Bill Ackman.
Trump announces "partnership" between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel
"I am proud to announce that, after much consideration and negotiation, US Steel will REMAIN in America," President Trump wrote Friday afternoon.
McDonald's says it will close CosMc's. Here are the locations.
McDonald's will shutter all standalone CosMc's locations starting next month ager two years after launching the chain in 2023.
Boeing, Justice Department reach deal to avoid trial over 737 crashes
The U.S. Department of Justice said Boeing must pay $1.1 billion, including $445 million for the crash victims' families.
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Guatemalan man deported to Mexico should be returned to U.S., judge orders
The U.S. deported a Guatemalan man to Mexico while he was seeking asylum for fear of being harmed in those countries, court documents said.
Trump praises West Point cadets, takes credit for U.S. military might
The last time President Trump gave a speech at the U.S. Military Academy came amid nationwide reckoning following the police killing of George Floyd in 2020.
What to know about Trump's push to bring Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public
President Trump says he'll decide soon whether to take Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public — a move that was vocally sought by Trump ally Bill Ackman.
Planned Parenthood affiliate to close 4 Minnesota clinics, 4 in Iowa
A Midwestern affiliate of Planned Parenthood says it will close four of its clinics in Minnesota and four of six in Iowa within a year.
4 partners leave Paul Weiss after firm cut deal with Trump
A group of high-profile attorneys have left Paul Weiss.
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He gained 40 pounds in weeks. It took open-heart surgery to learn why
John Mauceri had a complicated health history, but his sudden swelling and fatigue left his team of doctors stumped.
Billy Joel cancels concert tour dates and reveals health diagnosis
Billy Joel canceled his upcoming tour, including all of his scheduled concerts up to early July 2026, after a recent diagnosis with the brain disorder normal pressure hydrocephalus.
Republicans aim to punish states that insure unauthorized immigrants
A GOP tax-and-spending bill the House approved Thursday would slash federal Medicaid reimbursement for states that offer health coverage to immigrants without legal status.
U.S. reports cases of new COVID variant NB.1.8.1 behind surge in China
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
Skincare industry profits from marketing products tweens shouldn't use
A CBS News Confirmed analysis of a dozen skincare influencers' accounts found that many featured ingredients not suitable for kids and were undisclosed brand partnerships or sponsored posts.
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Ecuador President Daniel Noboa sworn in for second term amid rising crime
The inauguration in Quito, the country's capital, was attended by Health Secretary Robert Kennedy, Jr.
Cartel leader with $1 million U.S. bounty on his head killed in Mexico
The DEA had been offering up to $1 million for information leading to the arrest of Jorge Humberto Figueroa, a leader of the infamous Sinaloa cartel.
"It Was Just an Accident" wins Palme d'Or trophy at Cannes awards
Iranian dissident filmmaker Jafar Panahi's revenge thriller "It Was Just an Accident " won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday.
Gaza doctor's 9 children killed in latest string of Israeli strikes, hospital says
The Hamas-run Health Ministry in Gaza says the war's death toll has risen to 53,901 since the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks on Israel that sparked 19 months of fighting.
Power outage disrupts last day of Cannes; police investigating possible arson
A power outage at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday led police to open an arson investigation.
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Power outage hits Cannes Film Festival
A brief power outage Saturday struck the star-studded Cannes Film Festival in France, along with about 160,000 households in the region. Authorities are investigating whether a fire at an electrical substation was responsible for the blackout.
"It Was Just an Accident" wins Palme d'Or trophy at Cannes awards
Iranian dissident filmmaker Jafar Panahi's revenge thriller "It Was Just an Accident " won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday.
Quartet Lucius returns to Saturday Sessions
Indie pop quartet Lucius makes a return visit to Saturday Sessions. The group, led by Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, recently released their fifth studio album. But before performing, Lucius reflected on their years together.
Power outage disrupts last day of Cannes; police investigating possible arson
A power outage at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday led police to open an arson investigation.
Lucius performs "Gold Rush"
Indie pop quartet Lucius makes a return visit to Saturday Sessions. The group, led by Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, recently released their fifth studio album. The self-titled recording goes back to their musical roots. From "Lucius," here is Lucius with "Gold Rush."
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Trump threatens to hit Apple with 25% tariff on iPhone sales
President Trump said he would impose steep tariff on Apple unless company starts manufacturing some iPhones in the U.S.
Do AI chatbots have free speech?
A federal judge in Orlando has ruled that artificial intelligence chatbots do not have free speech in a case centered around a wrongful death lawsuit. A 14-year-old died by suicide last year and his mother says the startup Character.Ai is to blame. Tech journalist Yasmin Khorram breaks it all down.
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.
iPhone designer Jony Ive joining OpenAI as part of $6.5 billion deal
Jony Ive, the famed designer behind iconic Apple products, will join OpenAI to create devices with generative artificial intelligence capability.
How to deal with AI coming for your job
Fiverr CEO Micha Kaufman recently warned his employees about the impact of artificial intelligence on their jobs. Kaufman joins CBS News with more on his tips to beat the AI curve.
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NOAA reveals 2025 Atlantic hurricane season forecast
With the 2025 hurricane season starting June 1, NOAA forecasters announced their prediction for how many tropical storms and hurricanes to expect this year.
Study suggests scientists were wrong about dark streaks on Mars
Slope streaks once believed to be signs of water on Mars might really be signs of rockfall and high winds, a new study says.
Custom gene therapy saves infant
Baby KJ Muldoon was born with a rare genetic condition that is often fatal, but doctors used custom CRISPR gene therapy to target the exact mutation in his DNA. His family shares their emotional journey in their first TV interview with CBS News.
Richard Garwin, a designer of the first hydrogen bomb, dies at 97
Garwin advised several presidents published more than 500 papers and was granted 47 U.S. patents.
Universe will die "much sooner than expected," researchers say
The universe is poised to die much faster than previously thought, according to new research by Dutch scientists.
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Kidnapping victim forced to rob bank falsely painted as a criminal in court
Three masked gunmen break into California bank manager Michelle Renee's home and hold her and her young daughter hostage before forcing her to rob her own bank. But in court, the defense would try to pin the plot on the victim.
Woman fights for her brother's honor after brutal N.C. murder
Jason Corbett, an Irish businessman living in Davidson County, North Carolina, was beaten to death with a brick paver and a baseball bat in 2015 by his American au-pair-turned-wife and her father, a former FBI agent — who claim it was in self-defense.
Cartel leader with $1 million U.S. bounty on his head killed in Mexico
The DEA had been offering up to $1 million for information leading to the arrest of Jorge Humberto Figueroa, a leader of the infamous Sinaloa cartel.
Death penalty considered for D.C. murders
Prosecutors say they are considering the death penalty for the suspect accused of fatally shooting two Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington, D.C. CBS News Justice Department correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
NYPD: Crypto investor charged in kidnapping, torture of tourist
Two people were arrested in New York City on Friday in connection with the kidnapping and torture of an Italian tourist, authorities said.
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NASA's Mars Perseverance's snaps new selfie with a Martian dust devil
The latest selfie by NASA's Perseverance rover at Mars has captured an unexpected guest: a Martian dust devil.
Study suggests scientists were wrong about dark streaks on Mars
Slope streaks once believed to be signs of water on Mars might really be signs of rockfall and high winds, a new study says.
Webb telescope captures images of Jupiter's auroras in stunning detail
Jupiter's stunning auroras are hundreds of times brighter than those seen on Earth, as pictured in new images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope.
May's full flower moon appears today. Here's how and when to see it.
May's full flower moon will light up the night sky.
Soviet-era spacecraft plunges back to Earth after 53 years stuck in orbit
Kosmos 482 was launched by the then-Soviet Union in 1972 as part of a series of missions bound for Venus. But this one never made it out of orbit around Earth, stranded there by a rocket malfunction.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
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Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
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Summer travel season kicks off
Memorial Day Weekend marks the start of the summer travel season, and AAA projects that a total of about 45 million Americans will travel by air or on the roads this weekend. Ali Bauman has the latest.
9 young siblings killed in Israeli strike in Gaza
Israel has carried out a slew of airstrikes across Gaza over the past day, including one strike that killed nine of 10 siblings, all age 12 and younger. The parents of the victims are both doctors at Gaza's Nasser Hospital, where the father and the couple's only surviving child, who were both wounded in the strike, are now hospitalized. Haley Ott reports.
What lies beneath the waves at Mavericks
The massive waves at the legendary Mavericks in Northern California draw surfers from around the world. However, it's what lies hidden beneath its cold waters, where the land meets the Pacific Ocean, that is equally jaw-dropping. Anne Makovec explains.
Researchers alarmed by declining bird populations
Researchers say bird populations are declining across every habitat, but the worst declines are in grassland birds and shorebirds. Scientists blame drastic changes in bird migration paths on invasive species, new land use, pollution and climate change. Tim McNicholas reports.
Power outage hits Cannes Film Festival
A brief power outage Saturday struck the star-studded Cannes Film Festival in France, along with about 160,000 households in the region. Authorities are investigating whether a fire at an electrical substation was responsible for the blackout.