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
World
Shakira could face trial for tax evasion in Spain
The singer has been charged for not paying 14.5 million euros in taxes – about $16 million in U.S. dollars.
Suni Lee wins Olympic gold for U.S. in women's gymnastics all-around
Suni Lee became the fifth straight American woman to claim the Olympic title in the women's gymnastics all-around.
Tokyo COVID cases hit record high for third day as Olympics continue
"We have never experienced the expansion of the infections of this magnitude," a Japanese official said.
Simone Biles says she realizes she's "more than my accomplishments"
Biles took to social media to thank the gymnastics community for the "outpouring" of love and support she has received since withdrawing from competition.
U.S. pole vault champ out of Olympics after positive COVID test
Kendricks' positive coronavirus test sent the entire 54-person Australian track and field team into isolation.
Texas official: Sorry I called Simone Biles "national embarrassment"
State Deputy Attorney General Aaron Reitz made the remark in a tweet after Biles pulled out of two events in the Tokyo Games, saying she needed to focus on her mental health.
Chinese billionaire jailed for 18 years for "provoking trouble"
Sun Dawu has been vocal about politically sensitive topics and has supported prominent human rights lawyers and political dissidents.
Caeleb Dressel sets Olympic record, wins 1st individual Olympic gold
The Team USA star took the top spot in the 100-meter freestyle and he put things in perspective in an interview afterwards.
20 Olympic athletes ineligible to compete after failing anti-doping tests
The group of unnamed athletes represent a variety of nations, including Belarus, Ethiopia, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria and Ukraine.
Meet Jade Carey, Simone Biles' replacement in the all-around final
On Thursday, Jade Carey will compete for gold — as a replacement for Simone Biles, who withdrew to focus on her mental health.
Tennis star says "I can die" in heat, 2nd Olympian leaves in wheelchair
Players struggled as the temperature rose to 88 degrees but the heat index made it feel like a sizzling 99 degrees.
Olympic host Japan records record number of new COVID cases
As the Delta variant fuels a surge in infections, a hospital director says "medical system collapse is a real possibility."
Swimmer beats COVID twice to win gold at Tokyo Olympics
"I contracted COVID twice in the last 12 months," Brit Tom Dean said. "Sitting in my flat in isolation, an Olympic gold was a million miles away."
Michael Phelps says Simone Biles' anguish "broke my heart"
The iconic Olympic swimmer says he can relate to the superstar gymnast's ordeal and hopes her openness about it helps destigmatize mental health issues.
Simone Biles pulls out of Olympic all-around competition
The gymnastics superstar withdrew to focus on her mental well-being, USA Gymnastics said.
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Shakira could face trial for tax evasion in Spain
The singer has been charged for not paying 14.5 million euros in taxes – about $16 million in U.S. dollars.
Suni Lee wins Olympic gold for U.S. in women's gymnastics all-around
Suni Lee became the fifth straight American woman to claim the Olympic title in the women's gymnastics all-around.
Tokyo COVID cases hit record high for third day as Olympics continue
"We have never experienced the expansion of the infections of this magnitude," a Japanese official said.
Simone Biles says she realizes she's "more than my accomplishments"
Biles took to social media to thank the gymnastics community for the "outpouring" of love and support she has received since withdrawing from competition.
U.S. pole vault champ out of Olympics after positive COVID test
Kendricks' positive coronavirus test sent the entire 54-person Australian track and field team into isolation.
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Portland homeless encampments banned in wildfire risk areas
The ban aims to mitigate accidental fires ignited by homeless encampments amid a devastating wildfire season, local commissioners said.
Families of service members call for action a year after fatal training accident
A year after nine service members drowned in a Marine training accident, the families of the fallen are calling for more action.
Summer camps see rise in COVID outbreaks ahead of school year
Summer camps around the country are battling COVID-19 outbreaks. Health officials worry it could be a preview of the coming school year.
Shark sightings off New York coast linked to climate change: Scientists
Scientists say warming waters, caused by climate change, are helping to drive the sharks farther north.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (August 1)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the #1 Sunday morning news program
Politics
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DOJ threatens legal action against Texas over migrant order
Texas Governor Greg Abbott, a Republican, instructed state authorities to stop vehicles suspected of transporting migrants, alleging that they could spread the coronavirus.
What we know about the "unprecedented" Capitol riot arrests
More than 550 people have been charged so far in what the government calls "the most complex investigation ever prosecuted by the Department of Justice."
Judge blocks Arkansas from early cutoff of unemployment aid
A judge ruled the state must restart pandemic jobless benefits that had been cut on June 26, citing potential harm.
Congress passes $2.1 billion bill for Capitol security, Afghan visas
The bill passed the Senate 98-0 and the House 416-11.
Senators chart next steps on infrastructure after clearing key hurdle
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said the Senate is on track to pass the bipartisan infrastructure bill and the $3.5 trillion budget resolution before leaving for the August recess.
Entertainment
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Cade Cunningham tops 2021 NBA Draft
Cunningham had been widely expected to be the first name called in New York.
New on Netflix in August 2021: Movies, TV shows and exclusives
From documentaries to dramas to comedy, here's what Netflix is offering in August.
Bob Odenkirk in stable condition after "heart-related incident"
Odenkirk, the 58-year-old "Better Call Saul" star, was rushed to a hospital after collapsing on set Tuesday.
Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over "Black Widow" money
Actor claims she lost potential ticket earnings when Disney released her Marvel flick in theaters and online at same time.
New York sommelier accused of setting fires outside rival businesses
Ganzer, 31, has been charged with two counts of arson and faces at least seven years in prison.
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Robinhood makes its market debut, as controversial as ever
The brokerage's often-young users get first dibs on investing in the company as IPO values the trading app at $32 billion.
California sues Activision over "frat boy" work culture
During "cube crawls," male employees walked around offices drinking and harassing female co-workers, California lawsuit states.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
The world's top ransomware gangs created a cybercrime cartel
Russian cybercriminal gangs are mentoring younger groups and sharing hacking techniques, tools and data breach details.
FTC votes to defend "right to repair" with "new vigor"
Allowing consumers to make repairs themselves keeps electronics "off the scrap heap," says PIRG campaign director.
Science
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New Russian lab briefly knocks space station askew
Unexpected thruster firings from a new lab module triggered a "tug of war" that briefly knocked the space station askew.
California and Nevada governors urge federal aid to fight wildfires
Governors Gavin Newsom of California and Steve Sisolak of Nevada spoke with CBS News exclusively amid another brutal wildfire season.
CDC says some vaccinated Americans should wear masks indoors again
The CDC also said masks should be required of everyone inside K-12 schools.
NASA detects water vapor on the solar system's largest moon
Where there's water, there could be life as we know it.
California and NYC to require their workers to get COVID vaccine
The move comes as the contagious Delta variant of the coronavirus grips the nation.
Health
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Summer camps see rise in COVID outbreaks ahead of school year
Summer camps around the country are battling COVID-19 outbreaks. Health officials worry it could be a preview of the coming school year.
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.
Disney theme parks requiring visitors to wear masks again
Masks are required at places like the Skyliner and the monorail -- regardless of your vaccination status, Disney said.
FDA approves biosimilar insulin as sub for costly brand-name
The FDA agreed that Viatris Inc.'s Semglee was interchangeable with widely used Lantus, a fast-acting insulin.
Man with double insurance owes almost $150,000 in medical bills after bike crash
"You can just wake up in a hospital and then later find out you owe them $150,000," Phil Gaimon said.
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States that cut off jobless aid aren't seeing a hiring boom
States that cut jobless aid early aren't recovering jobs any faster than those that kept the benefit, a study finds.
Danny Meyer restaurants will require proof of vaccination for all
Don't leave home without it, diners. Other businesses are expected to follow in the industry leader's footsteps.
Robinhood makes its market debut, as controversial as ever
The brokerage's often-young users get first dibs on investing in the company as IPO values the trading app at $32 billion.
Grubhub overcharged restaurants amid COVID-19, lawsuit says
Extra fees violated state delivery-fee cap during pandemic, raising restaurant costs "by thousands of dollars" each, suit claims.
From Apple to Indeed, COVID variants delay return to office
Employment website Indeed moved its return-to-office date to January 2022, citing the rise of new strains of the virus.
Crime
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Navy charges sailor with setting fire that destroyed U.S. ship
Navy officials say they do not believe the sailor intended to destroy the ship, but the blaze he set was whipped by high winds into a towering inferno.
What we know about the "unprecedented" Capitol riot arrests
More than 550 people have been charged so far in what the government calls "the most complex investigation ever prosecuted by the Department of Justice."
New York sommelier accused of setting fires outside rival businesses
Ganzer, 31, has been charged with two counts of arson and faces at least seven years in prison.
Ex-Cardinal McCarrick charged with assault of teen in 1970s
McCarrick is the first cardinal in the U.S. to ever be criminally charged with a sexual crime against a minor, according to a lawyer for church sexual abuse victims.
TikTok star on life support, friend shot dead inside movie theater
Rylee Goodrich is dead, and Anthony Barajas was on life support, police in Corona, California, said.
Space
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New Russian lab briefly knocks space station askew
Unexpected thruster firings from a new lab module triggered a "tug of war" that briefly knocked the space station askew.
FAA changes definition of astronaut
Being an astronaut isn't what it used to be. The Federal Aviation Administration changed its definition of who qualifies even as billionaire-driven space tourism ramps up. CBS News' Michael George reports.
NASA detects water vapor on the solar system's largest moon
Where there's water, there could be life as we know it.
Russians ditch space station module, clearing way for new lab
After resolving multiple problems, Russian flight controllers cleared the way for Thursday's arrival of the new Nauka lab module.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
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New on Netflix in August 2021: Movies, TV shows and exclusives
From documentaries to dramas to comedy, here's what Netflix is offering in August.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
Investigators want the public's help identifying women and children in convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs.
Evidence in the case against Mary Katherine Higdon
The investigation into Steven Freeman's death reveals a toxic relationship between high school sweethearts.
Evidence photos: Chino Hills massacre
Four people were brutally murdered in Chino Hills, Calif,. in 1983. Evidence used to convict Kevin Cooper is being questioned more than 35 years later.
Musicians are back on stage
After COVID shuttered live music events around the world in 2020, musical artists are now returning to festival and concert stages - and so are the fans.
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Bring Your Own Brigade | Official Trailer
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Lucy Walker’s documentary captures the horror and heroism of the deadliest week of wildfires in California history and explores the causes and solutions of a global crisis that is quite literally burning our world to the ground. Bring Your Own Brigade is in theaters August 6 and streaming on CBSN and Paramount+ on August 20.
7/29: Red and Blue
White House ramps up efforts to close vaccination gap; COVID-19 spreads rapidly across Alabama
Fighting for Paradise: Puerto Rico's Future
CBSN Originals' new documentary explores the growing economic inequality in Puerto Rico and the divide over whether statehood is the solution.
Biden requiring federal workers to prove vaccination status or face new rules
The Biden administration unveiled new measures Thursday to encourage more Americans to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Federal workers and contractors will need to show proof of their vaccination status, or be required to get regular tests and adhere to several other safety protocols. CBS News' Weijia Jiang joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more on the new incentives.
Biden pushes COVID-19 vaccinations to fight surge
President Biden’s latest push for vaccinations comes as the Delta variant fuels another surge in the U.S. David Begnaud reports on the "dire" situation in New Orleans. Then, Dr. Celine Gounder, an infectious disease specialist and epidemiologist at the NYU School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the latest.