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N. Korea fires missile
North Korea defied the United States with another missile test -- the first in 10 weeks -- by firing an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of reaching the U.S. capital. The launch came one week after President Trump declared North Korea a state sponsor of terrorism and imposed new sanctions. David Martin reports from the Pentagon.
Report: N. Korea fires missile
North Korea has launched a ballistic missile, the South Korean news agency Yonhap reports, citing South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Nicholas Kristof's trip to N. Korea
New York Times op-ed columnist Nicholas Kristof spent five days inside North Korea and discovered the regime is "galvanizing its people to expect a nuclear war with the United States." Kristof joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the country's belief that they would win a war against the U.S. and how President Trump's rhetoric fits into their propaganda.
N. Korea threatens strike
North Korea is issuing a new threat of military action against the U.S. The warning comes two days after a North Korean official said "a nuclear war may break out any moment." CBS News' Ben Tracy reports.
N. Korea reacts
North Korea's government sent an open letter to a number of foreign governments condemning President Trump's United Nations speech in which he threatened to "totally destroy" North Korea if it takes aim at the U.S. or its allies. CBS News' Ben Tracy reports from Beijing.
North Korea sanctions
President Trump announced new sanctions against North Korea after he met with leaders from Japan and South Korea. Isaac Stone Fish, senior fellow at the Asia Society's Center on U.S.-China Relations, joins CBSN with more.
U.N. Sanctions on N. Korea
New U.N. sanctions against North Korea's oil imports are not likely to have much impact on the Hermit Kingdom's provocations. Ben Tracy reports from Beijing.
NK missile launch
North Korea launched another missile, the latest in a series of provocations that have included nuclear detonations and threats to the U.S. and its allies. The missile flew over Japan, prompting concern in that country. David Martin reports.
Kim Jong Un's goal
Days after a massive underground bomb blast, there are signs North Korea may be preparing a new missile launch. Despite a cartoon character stereotype of Kim Jong Un, experts say he "is not a madman" and is rational, Ben Tracy reports.
North Korea threat
North Korea continues to test its nuclear capabilities. After the country claimed to test a hydrogen bomb, the U.S. stood firm on the possibility of military retaliation if Pyongyang actually attacked. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin spoke with CBSN about these new threats.
North Korea analysis
North Korea claims to have tested a hydrogen bomb, and President Trump is weighing military options against the rogue regime. CBS News Radio military analyst Mike Lyons breaks down the latest provocations and the U.S. response.
Tillerson's diplomacy push
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is pushing for a greater role for diplomacy in dealing with the Taliban and the North Korean regime. CBS News State Department reporter Kylie Atwood discusses Tillerson's response as President Trump ramps up his foreign policy rhetoric.
Trump on North Korea
The White House has confirmed that President Trump was using his own words when he threatened North Korea with "fire and fury." CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with more on the escalating threat.
North Korea sparking arms race?
Japan and South Korea say they will reshape their militaries in response to North Korea's latest threat against the American territory of Guam. The East Asian countries are calling for more powerful weapons to defend themselves, but all eyes are on China to see how they'll respond. Ben Tracy reports.
N. Korea threatens U.S.
For the first time in eight years, the two Koreas and China sat down and talked. But what came out of it were threats from the North, which said it will retaliate for sanctions the U.N. Security Council approved in response to North Korea's latest missile test. Ben Tracy reports.
N. Korean missiles
North Korea's missile launch on Friday landed close to where an Air France plane had flown just minutes earlier. The close call underscores how dangerous North Korea's missiles could be to commercial jetliners.
Second ballistic missle launched
North Korea's latest missile test is raising new concerns that they could hit deep into the mainland U.S. On Friday, the North launched its second intercontinental ballistic missile this month. It flew for more than 40 minutes, traveling high into space, before coming down in the Sea of Japan. Carter Evans reports.
N. Korea missile launch
The Pentagon confirms that North Korea has launched another ballistic missile. The missile fell into the ocean near Japan. Brookings Institution senior fellow Michael O'Hanlon joins CBSN with more details.
Hawaii preps for possible attack
People in Hawaii are keeping a close eye on North Korea after the Pentagon reportedly detected signs the country could launch another missile test Wednesday. North Korea's last intercontinental ballistic missile test caused global alarm and some experts believe it had the range to reach Hawaii and Alaska. Carter Evans reports.
North Korea ICBM update
There are growing concerns around the world over North Korea's nuclear capabilities. U.S. officials told CBS News that North Korea could have a working intercontinental ballistic missile capable of delivering a nuclear warhead by next year. Gordon Chang, author of the book "Nuclear Showdown," joins CBSN to discuss.
North Korea
This week, "Red & Blue" takes a broader look at the current crisis with North Korea. Elaine Quijano sits down with Gordon Chang, author of "Nuclear Showdown: North Korea Takes on the World," to talk the past and future of relations with the so-called Hermit Kingdom.
Nuclear threat
The United States warned Wednesday that it will use military force against the growing nuclear threat from North Korea if necessary. This follows the communist nation's test launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile on the Fourth of July. David Martin reports.
Impact of North Korea's ICBM test
CBS News senior national security analyst Fran Townsend, a former homeland security adviser to President George W. Bush, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how North Korea's ICBM launch is impacting diplomacy, as world leaders prepare for the G20 summit.
China reacts to North Korea
A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman said all "relevant sides" should "bring back to the track of peaceful settlement via dialogue" in the wake of a major missile test by North Korea. But President Trump took a different approach. Ben Tracy has more from Beijing.
World
3 brothers arrested in connection with U.S. embassy explosion in Norway
The men were Norwegian citizens of Iraqi origin who were not previously known to police, police prosecutor Christian Hatlo said.
550-pound WWII bomb defused after thousands evacuated
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
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IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
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Trump vows to end war "soon" as Iran hits ships and threatens banks
President Trump says he'll end the war soon, when he wants to, as Iran hits three ships near the Strait of Hormuz and warns U.S.-linked banks will be next.
6 of 7 Iranian soccer players granted asylum in Australia stay, rest head home
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At least 6 killed in bus fire that may have been "deliberate," Swiss police say
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White House aware of Gulf countries' fears about interceptor shortage, sources say
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Iran signaling it may deploy mines to disrupt Strait of Hormuz, U.S. sources say
Iran is using smaller crafts to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz, two U.S. officials said.
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After Trump's call for Massie defeat, outside groups spending $5M to try ousting him
President Trump's scorn towards GOP Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky is a key factor in the May primary. He has called Massie the "worst Republican congressman" in Congress' history
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Trump asks Supreme Court to let it end legal protections for 350,000 Haitians
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What is XMoney, Elon Musk's new digital payments platform?
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Howard Schultz leaves Seattle as local lawmakers mull millionaire tax
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FTC to refund more than $47 million to consumers allegedly deceived by Invitation Homes
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Howard Schultz leaves Seattle as local lawmakers mull millionaire tax
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IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
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Inflation held steady in February before Iran war drove up gas prices
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After Trump's call for Massie defeat, outside groups spending $5M to try ousting him
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Trump asks Supreme Court to let it end legal protections for 350,000 Haitians
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
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Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
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Trump told FIFA Iran is welcome to play in World Cup in U.S., officials say
President Trump told FIFA representatives Tuesday that Iran is welcome to play in the World Cup tournament in the United States, officials told CBS News.
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"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
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There's one building in LA with 89 registered hospices: "Ground zero" for fraud?
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Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
More kids are in ERs for tooth pain. Budget cuts and fluoride fights aren't helping.
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Baby sleepsuit sold at Walmart recalled over potential choking hazard
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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3 brothers arrested in connection with U.S. embassy explosion in Norway
The men were Norwegian citizens of Iraqi origin who were not previously known to police, police prosecutor Christian Hatlo said.
550-pound WWII bomb defused after thousands evacuated
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
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IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
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Trump vows to end war "soon" as Iran hits ships and threatens banks
President Trump says he'll end the war soon, when he wants to, as Iran hits three ships near the Strait of Hormuz and warns U.S.-linked banks will be next.
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"Sinners" cinematographer on crafting scenes
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Flavor Flav celebrates women athletes
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Kurt Russell talks drama series "The Madison"
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Oscars 2026: Behind the scenes with the best actor nominees
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Dorrance on preserving tap dancing history
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Memory chip shortage could raise tech prices
An explosion in artificial intelligence data centers and cloud computing is shrinking the supply of memory chips, which is having a major impact on the price consumers pay for everyday tech. CNET editor-in-chief David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
What is XMoney, Elon Musk's new digital payments platform?
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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How Hollywood is grappling with AI
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Details on Pentagon removal of Claude
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
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How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
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NYPD officers on response to terror incident
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New details in Georgia teacher's death
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1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
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