Myanmar frees Reuters reporters jailed for reporting on Rohingyas
Rights groups, Western governments, the U.N. and journalist associations alike had condemned their imprisonment; they won a Pulitzer in April
Rohingya Crisis
Reuters reporters get 7-year terms in Myanmar "official secrets" case
Ruling is seen as instance of press crackdown amid widespread international condemnation of Myanmar's treatment of Rohingya Muslims
Investigators call for genocide prosecutions over slaughter of Rohingyas
Investigation for UN human rights body finds crimes against Muslims in Myanmar "similar in nature, gravity and scope" to previous genocides
Facebook's struggle with hate speech in Myanmar
"It led to riots. People died. I mean this really is a life and death situation"
Myanmar groups accuse Facebook of failing to curb hate speech
Rights groups say the social-media giant hasn't stopped speech that incites violence against the Rohingya
U.N. blames Facebook for spreading hatred in Myanmar
Facebook said in a statement there is "is no place for hate speech or content that promotes violence"
Peace prize laureates accuse Myanmar leaders of genocide
Critics say Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient, is complicit in humanitarian crisis
Weaponizing social media: The Rohingya crisis
"Technology is like a bomb in Myanmar," where viral propaganda fuels a campaign the U.N. calls ethnic cleansing
"Technology is like a bomb": Social media weaponized in Rohingya crisis
CBSN Originals documentary exposes how cheap cellphones and social media expose millions to propaganda targeting a vulnerable minority
Artist helps Rohingya women face sexual violence, past and present
Dibarah Mahboob works with refugees who fled attacks, including rape, in Myanmar, only to find threat had followed them to Bangladesh
U.N. warns of "major new emergency" in Rohingya refugee crisis
Filippo Grandi also warned that conditions aren't right for Rohingya Muslims to voluntarily return to Myanmar
Rohingya refugees allege gov't abuse "crueler" than killing
Expert says Myanmar using starvation as "time-honored way of doing genocide, and one of the easiest ways"
AP finds mass graves, latest evidence of Rohingya genocide
Evidence growing of what looks like genocide against long-persecuted ethnic Muslim minority in mainly Buddhist nation, AP says
Bill Richardson bails on "whitewash" Rohingya panel
As U.N. says still unsafe for Muslim refugees to return to Myanmar, veteran U.S. diplomat calls panel a "cheerleading operation" for Aung San Suu Kyi
Crisis continues for Rohingya Muslims languishing at refugee camp
The Bangladeshi government refuses to issue birth certificates to Rohingya babies born at the world's largest refugee camp
Rohingyas describe bloody massacre at hands of Myanmar troops
While officials won't allow media to verify survivors' tales of gruesome executions, evidence is mounting of orchestrated war crimes
Aid group says shocking number of Rohingyas killed in 2 months
Doctors Without Borders says at least 6,700 Rohingyas killed in just 2 months in crackdown by security forces
U.S. "deeply concerned" by arrest of journalists in Myanmar
Reuters employees charged with violating Official Secrets Act over "secret" documents related to Rohingya crisis
Pope utters word he had avoided in emotional meeting with refugees
Pope Francis asked for forgiveness from refugees in Bangladesh for the hurt and persecution they have endured
Pope breaks recent silence over what U.N. calls "ethnic cleansing"
Pope Francis says it's "imperative" for world to provide assistance with Asia's worst refugee crisis in decades
Pope dives into Rohingya crisis upon arrival in Myanmar
All ears on leader of Catholic Church as he meets civilian and military leaders in nation accused of "ethnic cleansing" of Muslim minority
U.S. declares "ethnic cleansing" against Rohingya in Myanmar
"It is clear that the situation in northern Rakhine state constitutes ethnic cleansing against the Rohingya," wrote Sec. Tillerson in a statement on Wednesday
Rohingya crisis draws Tillerson to Myanmar
Secretary of State to meet leader Aung San Suu Kyi as report cites "mounting evidence" of genocide
Suu Kyi benefits from neighbors' silence on Rohingya
20 years ago, Myanmar leader railed against Asian partners' inaction in her country, now she's likely counting on it
U.N. condemns violence in Myanmar; much work still to be done
Statement calls on Myanmar's government "to ensure no further excessive use of military force" and take immediate steps to respect human rights
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South Korean film "Parasite" wins Cannes' Palme d'Or
The festival's second place award went to French-Senegalese director Mati Diop's feature-film debut, "Atlantics"
Pope says abortion is never OK, equates it to "hiring a hitman"
The pope's comments come amid a national conversation around abortion in the U.S.
Trump arrives in Japan for high-stakes trade talks
The trip marks President Trump's second visit to Japan since taking office, and the country is once again rolling out the red carpet
Human traffic jam atop Mount Everest's "death zone"
Experienced Everest climbers said it's particularly busy this year, because weather conditions provided only five days where the skies were clear enough to summit
Risk of entrenched U.S.-China trade war seen rising
Experts worry the world's two biggest economies are plunging headlong into an economic cold war that could last years
Manhunt underway in France after blast leaves 13 injured
The cause of the blast wasn't immediately known
1 in 4 workers in U.S. get no paid vacation time or holidays
Compare that to Spain, where workers are guaranteed 25 paid vacation days and 14 paid holidays
Trump to order 1,500 troops to Middle East
The order comes as Trump is departing for Japan over Memorial Day weekend
Hopes dashed as Kenya upholds colonial era ban on gay sex
Recent court decisions had brought LGBT rights advocates rare hope of a major victory on a continent where 33 nations still outlaw homosexual sex
First same-sex couples marry in Taiwan
Last week, Taiwan became the first country in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. Today, the first official weddings are underway.
American accused of spying claims abuse in Russian prison
Ex-U.S. Marine Paul Whelan says he's being held as a political prisoner in retaliation for U.S. sanctions, and facing "abuses and harassment" in prison
Emotional U.K. PM May says she'll resign amid Brexit backlash
May has infuriated hardline supporters of Britain's break from the European Union in her Conservative Party, and they are essentially forcing her out
Violence, mistrust hamper efforts to combat Ebola in war zone
Only 50% of those infected with the disease are seeking medical help, raising the risk of the outbreak spreading regionally, and even globally.
Trump to visit Japanese warship in display of military solidarity
Seventy-four years after Japan's defeat in World War II, the world's third-largest economy is in the midst of a quiet military buildup, at U.S. urging
Deadly week on Mt. Everest as good weather causes backups
American Donald Cash among at least 5 climbers to have died this week of exhaustion and altitude sickness as dozens made a break for the summit
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At least two dead and hotel leveled in Oklahoma tornado
A search-and-rescue operation was underway early Sunday
Moby apologizes to Natalie Portman
Portman told Harper's Bazaar she was "suprised" at his description of the relationship
Firefighters battle at least two brush fires in Arizona
"Fire activity is minimal, smoldering and creeping. Smoke may continue to linger," the Arizona Department of Forestry tweeted Saturday night
War-damaged veteran kills his girlfriend; Was PTSD to blame?
Private John Needham beat to death a woman he loved – that much is certain; what is not known for sure is what role post-traumatic stress disorder may have played in his actions when he killed 19-year-old Jacque Villagomez
Hundreds of counter-protesters demonstrate against KKK rally
Dayton Police Chief Richard Biehl told WHIO he was "very pleased" with security, noting that no one was arrested or injured
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Lawmakers demand details on migrant girl's death
The September death of 10-year old Darlyn Valle in U.S. custody had not been publicly disclosed until Wednesday by CBS News
Trump, House committees reach deal to delay subpoenas
A federal judge rejected Mr. Trump's effort to block subpoenas seeking his financial records from two banks Wednesday
Intel community responds to Barr's declassification powers
"The [intelligence community] will continue to faithfully execute its mission of providing timely, apolitical intelligence to the president and policymakers," DNI Dan Coats said
Beto O'Rourke: Trump "provoking yet another war in the Middle East"
O'Rourke disagreed with Trump's decision to send an additional 1500 troops to the Middle East to counter Iran
Mike Pence tells West Point grads they should expect to see combat
"You will lead soldiers in combat. It will happen"
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South Korean film "Parasite" wins Cannes' Palme d'Or
The festival's second place award went to French-Senegalese director Mati Diop's feature-film debut, "Atlantics"
Pope says abortion is never OK, equates it to "hiring a hitman"
The pope's comments come amid a national conversation around abortion in the U.S.
Trump arrives in Japan for high-stakes trade talks
The trip marks President Trump's second visit to Japan since taking office, and the country is once again rolling out the red carpet
Human traffic jam atop Mount Everest's "death zone"
Experienced Everest climbers said it's particularly busy this year, because weather conditions provided only five days where the skies were clear enough to summit
Risk of entrenched U.S.-China trade war seen rising
Experts worry the world's two biggest economies are plunging headlong into an economic cold war that could last years
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South Korean film "Parasite" wins Cannes' Palme d'Or
The festival's second place award went to French-Senegalese director Mati Diop's feature-film debut, "Atlantics"
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Stan Lee's ex-manager arrested for elder abuse
Lee died in November 2018 at the age of 95 amid questions over his care and his estate
Why Michael K. Williams says Obama helped him "grow up"
The actor takes on one of the most publicized crimes of the 1980s with his role in the new Netflix series "When They See Us"
Anderson .Paak opens up about his difficult childhood
It's been a busy year so far for the Grammy-winning musician who just released a new album and launched a national tour
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Doctored Pelosi video highlights the threat of deepfake tech
Heavily edited clips appeared to show the House speaker drunk and stumbling over her words
How big is Amazon's carbon footprint? Very, very big
The retailer's super-fast shipping and ubiquitous cloud-computing service have a high environmental cost, activists say
Facebook's former security head wants Zuckerberg out
Alex Stamos said Zuckerberg should hire a replacement as chief executive—but disagreed with calls to break up company
Facebook's fake accounts doubled in 6 months
About 5% of its users — some 120 million accounts — are fake, according to new estimates from the social network
SpaceX pins high hopes on Starlink satellites
SpaceX plans multiple Starlink launches in 2019 to build out space-based internet network
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How big is Amazon's carbon footprint? Very, very big
The retailer's super-fast shipping and ubiquitous cloud-computing service have a high environmental cost, activists say
Plastic hose found inside dead dolphin's stomach
Another dolphin with plastic in its stomach washed ashore in Florida
NASA awards contract for future moon station
NASA is moving ahead with plans to send astronauts back to the moon by 2024
SpaceX pins high hopes on Starlink satellites
SpaceX plans multiple Starlink launches in 2019 to build out space-based internet network
Giant asteroid with its own moon to pass by Earth this weekend
The asteroid will be visible until May 27
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Aldi recalls flour over possible E. coli contamination
The Bakers Corner All Purpose Flour, made by Archer Daniels Midland, was sold in Aldi stores across 11 states
At $2M, priciest medicine ever treats fatal disease in babies
The newly approved treatment targets defective gene that weakens a child's muscles so quickly they're unable to move
Federal judge blocks Mississippi abortion law
District judge Carlton Reeves said in his ruling that the law "prevents a woman's free choice, which is central to personal dignity and autonomy"
Colorado first state to cap soaring insulin prices
Drug's price has doubled in five years, so state is capping co-payments for diabetics with private insurance at $100 a month
What does "best if used by" on packaged food really mean?
The FDA backs an industry-supported phrase that addresses food quality, but says nothing about safety
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Aldi recalls flour over possible E. coli contamination
The Bakers Corner All Purpose Flour, made by Archer Daniels Midland, was sold in Aldi stores across 11 states
At $2M, priciest medicine ever treats fatal disease in babies
The newly approved treatment targets defective gene that weakens a child's muscles so quickly they're unable to move
Lawsuits say Cento tomatoes aren't real San Marzanos
Lawsuits claim Cento's famed San Marzano tomatoes aren't true San Marzanos grown at the base of Italy's Mount Vesuvius
How big is Amazon's carbon footprint? Very, very big
The retailer's super-fast shipping and ubiquitous cloud-computing service have a high environmental cost, activists say
Facebook's former security head wants Zuckerberg out
Alex Stamos said Zuckerberg should hire a replacement as chief executive—but disagreed with calls to break up company
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War-damaged veteran kills his girlfriend; Was PTSD to blame?
Private John Needham beat to death a woman he loved – that much is certain; what is not known for sure is what role post-traumatic stress disorder may have played in his actions when he killed 19-year-old Jacque Villagomez
Stan Lee's ex-manager arrested for elder abuse
Lee died in November 2018 at the age of 95 amid questions over his care and his estate
Shooting at New Jersey bar leaves 10 injured
Police discovered several victims inside and around the Ramoneros Liquor & Bar
Sneak peek: Road Map to Murder
SEASON PREMIERE: NCIS: The Cases They Can't Forget -- The murder of a Navy communications officer after using an ATM leads NCIS agents and police on a trail of twisted relationships, lies and secret double lives. Watch Wednesday, May 29 at 9/8c on CBS.
Man gets life in prison for kidnapping teen, killing her parents
The Wisconsin man who killed a couple, kidnapped their daughter and held her captive for 88 days was sentenced Friday
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NASA awards contract for future moon station
NASA is moving ahead with plans to send astronauts back to the moon by 2024
SpaceX pins high hopes on Starlink satellites
SpaceX plans multiple Starlink launches in 2019 to build out space-based internet network
Costa Rican meteorite is rare "extraterrestrial mud ball"
"It formed in an environment free of life, then was preserved in the cold and vacuum of space for 4.56 billion years, and then dropped in Costa Rica"
High winds scrub SpaceX launch of internet relay satellites
While disappointing, SpaceX was taking no chances with launch of its heaviest payload to date
NASA wants to send first woman to the moon
NASA is gearing up to send American astronauts back to the moon by 2024, and it hopes to include a woman for the first time. The Trump administration has asked Congress to approve an additional $1.6 billion for NASA's budget. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined CBSN to discuss the ambitious plans.
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Murder suspect on expressing emotion through art, music
While waiting for his trial and punishment for the killing of Jacque Villagomez, John Needham struggled to express his grief -- "There's no color right now."
Iraq vet questioned about girlfriend's beating death
On Sept. 2, 2008, homicide detectives with the Orange County Sheriff's Department questioned John Needham in the death of his girlfriend, Jacqwelyn Villagomez.
Private Needham's War
A young soldier suffering from PTSD is accused of killing his girlfriend -- was she another casualty of war?
Woman mastered the craft of custom-made dolls
One woman has mastered the craft of custom-made dolls. These dolls are not just toys, but partners for kids who don’t see themselves represented in the world. Adriana Diaz reports.
International Spy Museum in D.C. reopened
The International Spy Museum in D.C. reopened after undergoing a three-year, $162 million renovation. Errol Barnett reports.