5 years of misery: "The world seems to have forgotten the Rohingyas"
For the 1 million Rohingya Muslims who fled a campaign of "genocide" in Myanmar, life in the world's biggest refugee camp is getting "worse, not better."
Rohingya Crisis
Blinken declares Myanmar's repression of Muslim Rohingya a genocide
It is the eighth time since the Holocaust that the U.S. has made a genocide declaration.
Huge fire kills at least 15 in Rohingya refugee camp in Bangladesh
Witnesses said barbed wire fencing around the shanty city trapped some inside as flames tore through the sprawling camps in Cox's Bazar.
At least 15 women and kids drown as Rohingya refugees' boat sinks
Aid worker says the deaths "should be a wake-up call for us all" about the desperation of thousands of refugees in Bangladesh camps.
U.N. orders Myanmar to prevent Rohingya genocide
The world court order for what it calls "provisional measures" came in a case brought by the African nation of Gambia.
International court to probe crimes against Rohingya
Prominent rights group said the decision will give fresh hope to victims that those responsible for brutal crimes will be brought to justice
U.S. sanctions Myanmar generals over mass killings of Rohingya
The sanctions bar those targeted and their immediate families from traveling to the United States
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
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
Reuters reporters face verdict in Myanmar "state secrets" case
Wa Lone, 32, and Kyaw Soe Oo, 28, have been held in Yangon's Insein prison since December and could face 14 years if convicted
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
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Walking and talking at same time gets harder once you're 55, study says
The study noted that "poor dual-task gait performance has been linked to risk of major cognitive impairment, falls, and brain health alterations in older adults."
Finland offering free trips after being named world's happiest country
Finland is offering free trips to 10 people, who will take a four-day "Masterclass of Happiness."
UN rights chief calls Uganda anti-LGBTQ bill "discriminatory"
In the version approved by lawmakers, the offense of "aggravated homosexuality" now carries the death penalty.
Prince William makes surprise visit to troops in Poland
His trip was kept under wraps until he arrived, and he plans to stay for two days.
20 years after the U.S.-led invasion, what has changed in Iraq?
U.S. troops left in 2011 but returned as the country was gripped by sectarian bloodshed and the rise of ISIS, and Iraqis struggle to believe the nightmare is over.
Protest chaos as economic crisis leaves Lebanese "struggling to survive"
"If our demands are not met, we will go back to the streets and escalate," one retired military general and protest leader told CBS News.
Reptile catcher finds long, venomous snake "lying in bed looking at me"
Zachary Richards' pictures of the large Eastern Brown snake – one of the most venomous in the world – reclining in a client's bed touched a nerve online.
25 injured as ship tips over in "terrifying" incident at Scotland dock
A local politician said the 250-foot research vessel outfitted by Microsoft's co-founder was "dislodged from its holding in strong winds."
TikTok CEO to highlight efforts to protect user data in testimony to Congress
CEO Shou Zi Chew plans to tell a House panel that TikTok's parent company "is not an agent of China or any other country."
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California bill would ban foods with Red Dye No. 3, other chemicals
Foods containing any of the five chemicals are currently banned in the European Union.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine injured in beating at Florida LA Fitness
The rapper's injuries were not life-threatening, police said.
5 of the hottest electric cars rolling into dealerships in 2023
Sales of electric vehicles doubled in 2022, and a host of new models are hitting the showroom floor.
Arkansas bans transgender people from using school bathrooms that match gender identity
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed a new law prohibiting transgender people at public schools from using the restroom of their choice.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case likely hinges on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, per legal experts.
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5 of the hottest electric cars rolling into dealerships in 2023
Sales of electric vehicles doubled in 2022, and a host of new models are hitting the showroom floor.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case likely hinges on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, per legal experts.
SEC files crypto fraud charges against Lindsay Lohan, Jake Paul, others
The Securities and Exchange Commission announced charges against crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun and celebrity backers of his crypto asset companies Tronix and BitTorrent.
Silicon Valley Bank leaders "failed badly," Fed Chair Powell says
Fed Chair slams the executives who were leading the regional bank when it collapsed, while insisting it was a one-off event.
Federal Reserve hikes its key interest rate a quarter point
The U.S. central bank eases up its efforts to curb inflation amid concerns about banking industry risks.
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California bill would ban foods with Red Dye No. 3, other chemicals
Foods containing any of the five chemicals are currently banned in the European Union.
Arkansas bans transgender people from using school bathrooms that match gender identity
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed a new law prohibiting transgender people at public schools from using the restroom of their choice.
Ron DeSantis begins to highlight his differences from Trump
DeSantis noted in an interview that his own administration in Florida lacks "daily drama" and laughed off Trump's nickname for him, "Ron DeSanctimonious."
Silicon Valley Bank leaders "failed badly," Fed Chair Powell says
Fed Chair slams the executives who were leading the regional bank when it collapsed, while insisting it was a one-off event.
Fox News lawyers: Execs not directly involved in post-election broadcasts
Dominion Voting Systems is suing Fox News and its parent company for defamation connected to coverage of Trump's baseless 2020 election claims.
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California bill would ban foods with Red Dye No. 3, other chemicals
Foods containing any of the five chemicals are currently banned in the European Union.
Walking and talking at same time gets harder once you're 55, study says
The study noted that "poor dual-task gait performance has been linked to risk of major cognitive impairment, falls, and brain health alterations in older adults."
U.S. facing increasing drug shortages
The Senate Homeland Security Committee has determined that drug shortages in the U.S. have reached a point that it is now a national security risk.
Drug shortages are surging, ranging from IV saline to antibiotics
Almost 300 drugs had an active shortage in 2022, a Congressional report finds. The issue poses a national security risk.
"Facing Fertility" Part 3: Menopause
For the third and final installment of our "Facing Fertility" series, we focus on menopause, the end of fertility for women. Now more than ever before, women are coming forward to talk about it. Nikki Battiste reports.
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Walking and talking at same time gets harder once you're 55, study says
The study noted that "poor dual-task gait performance has been linked to risk of major cognitive impairment, falls, and brain health alterations in older adults."
Finland offering free trips after being named world's happiest country
Finland is offering free trips to 10 people, who will take a four-day "Masterclass of Happiness."
UN rights chief calls Uganda anti-LGBTQ bill "discriminatory"
In the version approved by lawmakers, the offense of "aggravated homosexuality" now carries the death penalty.
Prince William makes surprise visit to troops in Poland
His trip was kept under wraps until he arrived, and he plans to stay for two days.
20 years after the U.S.-led invasion, what has changed in Iraq?
U.S. troops left in 2011 but returned as the country was gripped by sectarian bloodshed and the rise of ISIS, and Iraqis struggle to believe the nightmare is over.
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Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine injured in beating at Florida LA Fitness
The rapper's injuries were not life-threatening, police said.
"Winnie the Pooh" slasher film pulled from Hong Kong cinemas
The film being pulled has prompted concern on social media over the territory's shrinking freedoms.
Melanie Lynskey on her leading role
Melanie Lynskey sat down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about her career and her upcoming leading role in "Yellowjackets" Season 2. Christina Ruffini reports.
Scott Adkins on "John Wick: Chapter 4"
Martial artist and actor Scott Adkins joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his role in the new film "John Wick: Chapter 4." Adkins plays Killa. He discusses wearing a fat suit for the role, a special gift he received from Keanu Reeves, and his extensive martial arts background.
Biden awards National Medal of Arts
President Biden on Tuesday awarded several artists the National Medal of Arts. Recipients included Bruce Springsteen, Mindy Kaling and Julia Louis-Dreyfus
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TikTok CEO to testify before Congress
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew will testify before lawmakers for the first time on Thursday as concerns about the social media app's security rise. Zeve Sanderson, the executive director of NYU's Center for Social Media and Politics, joins CBS News to discuss the latest on TikTok.
Scammers are using AI voice cloning tools to dupe victims
One expert said he doesn't even answer unknown callers anymore and uses a code word with family members.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Google blocks Chinese retailer from Play store after malware found
Suspension of Pinduoduo comes amid U.S. concerns that Chinese-owned apps like TikTok pose national security threat.
As senators threaten a ban, what will happen to TikTok?
The future of the popular mobile app, used by 150 million Americans, has never been more uncertain. Here's what to know.
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Scientists use Beethoven's hair to study his DNA and health
Beethoven wanted his hearing loss to be explained to the public after his death. Nearly two centuries later, researches were able to uncover secrets about his health – and family tree.
U.N. warns we must act on climate change
The world must take action to "defuse the climate time bomb," the United Nations secretary-general said as the U.N. released its latest report. "Prime Time" host John Dickerson discusses the warning with Mark Hertsgaard, co-founder and executive director of Covering Climate Now.
Time to "defuse the climate time bomb" running out fast, U.N. warns
"Humanity is on thin ice, and that ice is melting fast," the U.N. chief said, calling a new report on the rate of climate change "a survival guide for humanity."
New genetic analysis finds clues to animal origin of COVID outbreak
Analysis presented to the WHO offers clues to whether animals, possibly raccoon dogs, were infected at the Huanan animal market in early 2020.
Rocket Lab launches imaging radar satellites for Capella Space
The Capella Space satellites use cloud-piercing radar to monitor Earth around the clock, regardless of weather.
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Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine injured in beating at Florida LA Fitness
The rapper's injuries were not life-threatening, police said.
Stephen Smith's 2015 death ruled a homicide
Police in South Carolina are now investigating the death of 19-year-old Stephen Smith as a homicide. The case was re-opened after new evidence was discovered during the Alex Murdaugh trial. CBS News correspondent Nikki Battiste joins John Dickerson to discuss the latest.
U.S. Army soldier charged with "peeping tom" felonies
Andrew Gomez is accused of filming sexual encounters with a woman and posting the videos on OnlyFans site without her knowledge, said the Cumberland County Sheriff's office.
Video shows bouncers stop armed man from entering strip club
Video shows security guards holding down the armed man and potentially saving "dozens of lives."
2 faculty members shot at Denver high school
A student shot and wounded two faculty members Wednesday morning at Denver's East High School, officials said. Police are trying to track down the suspect. Errol Barnett has more.
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Large asteroid to fly between Earth and the moon on Saturday
The space rock's anticipated trajectory places it at about half the distance to the moon, so people with telescopes may be able to see it from Earth.
Five planets will align across the night sky near the end of March
Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars will align right before the end of the month.
Mystery solved after strange streaks of light seen in California sky
The flaming bits of wreckage created a "spectacular light show" and were going thousands of miles per hour, an astronomer said.
Scientists discover volcanic activity on Venus
NASA's Magellan spacecraft collected images of the planet's surface between 1990 and 1992, and researchers recently searched that data to study the possible activity of the volcanoes in the terrain.
Rocket Lab launches imaging radar satellites for Capella Space
The Capella Space satellites use cloud-piercing radar to monitor Earth around the clock, regardless of weather.
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TikTok's CEO to testify before Congress
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Fed hikes rates despite banking turmoil
The Federal Reserve is raising its key interest rate 0.25 percentage point. Jeanna Smialek, a Federal Reserve and economy reporter for The New York Times, joined John Dickerson on Prime Time to discuss the Fed's decision.
Stephen Smith's 2015 death ruled a homicide
Police in South Carolina are now investigating the death of 19-year-old Stephen Smith as a homicide. The case was re-opened after new evidence was discovered during the Alex Murdaugh trial. CBS News correspondent Nikki Battiste joins John Dickerson to discuss the latest.
Xi and Putin wrap up summit in Moscow
Chinese President Xi Jinping has left Moscow after meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ian Bremmer, president of Eurasia Group, joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss the geopolitical implications of the developing relationship between the two nations.
Railway CEO grilled by senators
The head of Norfolk Southern, the railroad company behind that toxic derailment in Ohio, faced questions from lawmakers for the second time Wednesday. "Prime Time" host John Dickerson hears from CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi, who reports from East Palestine, Ohio.