Will U.S. comics help Saudi Arabia comedy-wash its grim rights record?
A rights group is urging some top-level Western comedians not to be "complicit in covering up the abuses of a repressive regime" in Saudi Arabia.
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Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia, beginning first foreign trip of new term
Saudi Arabia is of key diplomatic importance to the Trump White House, especially amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
Saudi Arabia to invest $600 billion in U.S., crown prince tells Trump
Saudi Arabia's crown prince told President Trump in a call that the kingdom intends to invest $600 billion in the U.S. over the next four years.
Saudi cartoonist jailed for 23 years for insulting leaders, group says
A Saudi court has sentenced a cartoonist to more than two decades in prison for insulting the kingdom's rulers, his family and a rights group say.
Saudi woman given 34-year jail term over tweets, rights groups say
"There is no question with this abhorrent sentence that the situation is only getting worse," group says.
Slain reporter's fiancée: "Huge betrayal" if Biden meets Saudi leader
Hatice Cengiz was outside the Saudi consulate while Jamal Khashoggi was brutally murdered. Biden is expected to sit down with the man blamed for the killing.
U.S. denies UAE's explanation for arrest of Jamal Khashoggi's lawyer
The United Arab Emirates claimed Washington wanted Asim Ghafoor arrested. The UAE sentenced the U.S. citizen to three years then deportation on money laundering charges.
Anger as Turkey decides to let Saudis take over Khashoggi murder trial
Fiancee of Saudi dissident brutally murdered in kingdom's consulate vows to appeal the move, which a defense lawyer called entrusting "the lamb to the wolf."
Saudi Arabia executes 81 people in its largest mass execution
Saudi Arabia said it had executed a record 81 people in one day, exceeding the total number killed last year and sparking criticism from rights activists.
Saudi Arabia showcases anti-extremism efforts 20 years after 9/11
CBS News gets rare access to a prison, and prisoners, in the conservative Islamic kingdom from which almost all of the September 11 hijackers came.
Saudis execute man convicted as teen in "deeply flawed" trial
Amnesty International calls Mustafa al-Darwish latest victim of a justice system that sentences people to die "based on confessions extracted through torture."
Who is Saudi Arabia's crown prince?
The man behind recent reforms in the conservative Muslim kingdom is also behind a controversial crackdown and a more controversial war.
Saudi women take the wheel
"Usually I always sit in the back or on the right side, but nit felt good," says one new driver.
Norah O'Donnell on Saudi crown prince interview
"CBS This Morning" co-host and "60 Minutes" contributing correspondent Norah O'Donnell is back from Saudi Arabia, where she interviewed the country's crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman. It will be his first U.S. TV interview. O'Donnell previews her report, which will air Sunday, March 18, 2018 on "60 Minutes."
Yemen's civil war from the front lines
Yemen's nearly 3-year-old civil war is one of the deadliest conflicts in the world and it's left millions of people displaced or at risk of famine and disease. Iran supports one side and Saudi Arabia supports the other. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams got rare access to some areas of Yemen via the Saudi government and takes CBSN through her incredible battlefield reporting.
War in Yemen
Iraq and Afghanistan tend to get the headlines, but there is also an ongoing civil war in Yemen. One side is backed by Saudi Arabi while another is backed by Iran. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports from the frontlines.
Da Vinci buyer revealed?
A new report suggests a Saudi Arabian prince is the mysterious buyer of a rare Leonardo da Vinci painting. The "Salvator Mundi" painting was sold at auction for a record $450 million. The Wall Street Journal reports Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman used a proxy to buy the masterpiece, which comes at a time when he's also leading a corruption crackdown on Saudi's wealthy elite. Holly Williams reports.
Changes in Saudi Arabia
The new crowned prince of Saudi Arabia is ushering in a wave of cultural change. Women will soon be allowed to drive, and the dreaded religious police are being reigned in. Holly Williams reports.
Saudi women push for equity
Women in Saudi Arabia are pressing for their freedom -- and beginning to get it. Holly Williams, who has been seeing the change firsthand, reports from Jeddah on how women are training in gyms, getting set to drive, and becoming more integrated.
Women in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has lifted a ban on female drivers, and women are now allowed into sports stadiums. Holly Williams went to Riyadh to see the changes for herself.
Saudi crown prince leads reforms
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is the favorite son of Saudi Arabia's king, and he wants to modernize the Islamic kingdom. That includes a relaxation of restrictions in the conservative country. It's also meant a round-up of hundreds of members of the Saudi elite that are accused of corruption. Critics say Salman is removing his rivals and detractors. Holly Williams reports from Riyadh.
Saudi Arabia arrests
Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman ordered the arrests of dozens of wealthy and powerful people in the country, including members of the royal family, in a move that shores up his power. Mohammed Khalid Alyahya, a non-resident fellow at The Atlantic Council, talks about what the shake-up means for the country and the region.
Some Saudi Arabian women have been demanding the right to drive for more than two decades
Some Saudi Arabian women have been demanding the right to drive for more than two decades. Holly Williams meets with the women who have been leading the driving campaign, finding that driving is just a symbol of a much bigger problem faced by Saudi women.
Holly Williams and Erin Lyall on the challenges of working in a tightly controlled kingdom
Holly Williams and Erin Lyall on the challenges of working in a tightly controlled kingdom, where women are cautiously pushing the boundaries of conservative Islamic society.
The Saudis claim they have reformed thousands of terrorists and turned them into law abiding citizens, using a three month program with an 80 percent success rate
The Saudis claim they have reformed thousands of terrorists and turned them into law abiding citizens, using a three month program with an 80 percent success rate. Holly Williams gets a rare look at how it works.
World
Man takes historic ski down Mount Everest's North Face
Elite mountaineer Jim Morrison, fueled by a promise he made to his deceased partner, ascended and then skied down Mount Everest's treacherous North Face.
Trump announces U.S. delegation to the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milan
The Olympic Winter Games in Milan are scheduled to open on February 6, 2026.
Israel objects to U.S. announcement on Gaza reconstruction committee
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement that the Gaza executive committee was "not coordinated with Israel and is contrary to its policy."
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Man on FBI's "Top 10 Most Wanted" list to be extradited from Mexico, sources say
The FBI plans to extradite Alejandro Rosales Castillo, 27, who was wanted for the killing of a co-worker in 2016.
Trump says he will impose tariffs on countries that oppose Greenland plan
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
Passenger aircraft with 11 people goes missing in Indonesia
The aircraft lost contact with ground control while approaching a mountainous region.
Lawmakers says Greenland should be viewed as U.S. ally, "not as an asset"
A bipartisan U.S. Congressional delegation's comments in Denmark contrasted with those emanating from the White House.
Iran's Khamenei says Trump is "guilty for the casualties" in protests
The country's leader criticized President Trump on Saturday, blaming him for "casualties, damages and accusations" against Iran.
Roger Federer celebrates career at Australian Open kick-off
Federer played exhibition doubles matches with past champions Andre Agassi and Ash Barty.
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Man on FBI's "Top 10 Most Wanted" list to be extradited from Mexico, sources say
The FBI plans to extradite Alejandro Rosales Castillo, 27, who was wanted for the killing of a co-worker in 2016.
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Minnesota safety officials ask protesters in the state to stay peaceful
Minnesota safety officials are asking that protesters participating in scheduled demonstrations this weekend stay orderly and peaceful.
Trump admin. calls on tech companies to pay energy bill for new AI power plants
The White House held an event with a bipartisan group of governors to push for reforms in the largest electric grid in the country.
Therapy dogs provide comfort to survivors of Nashville school shooting
Sgt. Bo, a therapy dog who has provided constant comfort to survivors of a 2023 Nashville school shooting, was the American Humane Society's 2025 Hero Dog Award winner.
Pittsburgh researchers developing lifesaving robot "dogs"
At Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, researchers are hard at work developing robot "dogs" designed to assist in situations too dangerous for humans to help.
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Here are the hurdles Trump faces in his push for low interest rates and a friendly Fed
As the president prepares to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, he's made no secret of his goal for lower interest rates — but there are a few political roadblocks in the way.
Education Department delays wage garnishment plan for defaulted student loans
The Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans.
Venezuelan oil is coming to the U.S. What will it mean for gas prices?
The Trump administration says it has completed the first sale of Venezuelan oil to the U.S. Will it mean lower prices at the pump?
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
Weight loss drugs could save airlines money on fuel as Americans shed pounds
As obesity rates among Americans drop and weight loss drugs lead to a slimmer society, airlines could save on fuel costs, according to a recent analysis.
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Abigail Spanberger sworn in as Virginia's 1st female governor
Gov. Abigail Spanberger will be referred to with traditional formality: "Madam Governor" or, as some officials phrase it, "her excellency."
Trump says he will impose tariffs on countries that oppose Greenland plan
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
Lawmakers says Greenland should be viewed as U.S. ally, "not as an asset"
A bipartisan U.S. Congressional delegation's comments in Denmark contrasted with those emanating from the White House.
Iran's Khamenei says Trump is "guilty for the casualties" in protests
The country's leader criticized President Trump on Saturday, blaming him for "casualties, damages and accusations" against Iran.
Here are the hurdles Trump faces in his push for low interest rates and a friendly Fed
As the president prepares to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, he's made no secret of his goal for lower interest rates — but there are a few political roadblocks in the way.
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Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
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Man takes historic ski down Mount Everest's North Face
Elite mountaineer Jim Morrison, fueled by a promise he made to his deceased partner, ascended and then skied down Mount Everest's treacherous North Face.
Trump announces U.S. delegation to the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milan
The Olympic Winter Games in Milan are scheduled to open on February 6, 2026.
Israel objects to U.S. announcement on Gaza reconstruction committee
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement that the Gaza executive committee was "not coordinated with Israel and is contrary to its policy."
Exclusive
Man on FBI's "Top 10 Most Wanted" list to be extradited from Mexico, sources say
The FBI plans to extradite Alejandro Rosales Castillo, 27, who was wanted for the killing of a co-worker in 2016.
Trump says he will impose tariffs on countries that oppose Greenland plan
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
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Whitney performs "Dandelions"
Whitney formed in Chicago more than a decade ago, gaining popularity for their blend of classic indie and '70s soft rock. Their latest album, "Small Talk," draws on that throwback sound with a modern twist. Here's Whitney performing "Dandelions."
Whitney performs "Won't You Speak Your Mind"
Whitney formed in Chicago more than a decade ago, gaining popularity for their blend of classic indie and '70s soft rock. Their latest album, "Small Talk," draws on that throwback sound with a modern twist. Here's Whitney performing "Won't You Speak Your Mind."
Whitney performs "Back to the Wind"
Whitney formed in Chicago more than a decade ago, gaining popularity for their blend of classic indie and '70s soft rock. Their latest album, "Small Talk," draws on that throwback sound with a modern twist. Here's Whitney performing "Back to the Wind."
Roger Federer celebrates career at Australian Open kick-off
Federer played exhibition doubles matches with past champions Andre Agassi and Ash Barty.
Alicia Keys on "Hell's Kitchen" success
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings," Alicia Keys reflects on "Hell's Kitchen's" Broadway run ending after nearly two years of sold-out performances. The musical is inspired by Keys' own experiences and will continue its national tour. She speaks about the decision for it to leave Broadway and how she has found a healthy relationship with success.
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Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
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.
Mother of Musk child sues over deepfake images
Elon Musk is facing a lawsuit from Ashley St. Clair, with whom he shares a child, over deepfakes of her undressed made by his AI chatbot Grok. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Verizon offers customers $20 credit for widespread outage
Verizon says it's giving a $20 credit to customers affected an outage that disrupted service across the U.S.
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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
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Couple probed for child abuse had more surrogate babies
This past July, police in California raided the home of Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang over allegations of possible child abuse. The couple's 21 children, mostly surrogate-born, were taken into state custody as an investigation began. In the months since their arrest and release, the couple has had at least five more surrogate-born babies. The couple is now fighting for custody of all of their children and is suing some of their surrogates in the process. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Robinson attorneys trying to disqualify prosecutor
Lawyers for the man accused of killing Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk are trying to disqualify one of the prosecutors on the case. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
ICE holding about 73,000 people, data shows
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is holding about 73,000 people facing deportation, a new record high, according to data. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
What we know about Renee Good shooting report
A Minneapolis Fire Department report obtained by CBS News details Renee Good's apparent injuries and other details about the shooting. CBS News' Ian Lee reports.
Massive college basketball rigging accusation
A federal indictment alleges some college basketball players were bribed to play poorly in a point-shaving scheme. Citadel professor Sean Patrick Griffin joins CBS News with more details.
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NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
Countdown to new lunar mission
NASA says it could be just weeks away from launching astronauts on a flight around the moon for the first time in more than half a century. Final preparations are underway at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where the Artemis II moon rocket is expected to roll out to the launch pad on Saturday.
Astronauts return after mission cut short
A NASA crew splashed down off the coast of California on Thursday weeks earlier than scheduled due to an astronaut aboard the International Space Station dealing with a medical issue. Mark Strassmann reports on the unprecedented mission home.
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Mountaineer makes historic trip down Everest
"CBS Saturday Morning" meets Jim Morrison, the mountaineer who became the first to successfully ski down Mount Everest's North Face. He enlisted a camera crew to document the harrowing journey.
U.S. still feels Ben Franklin's impact
Saturday marks the 320th anniversary of Benjamin Franklin's birth, and "CBS Saturday Morning" breaks down the Founding Father's impact on the U.S. and reigning popularity.
Preview this weekend's NFL playoffs
"CBS Saturday Morning" breaks down the weekend slate of NFL Playoff games with CBS Sports' Adam Schein.
Whitney performs "Won't You Speak Your Mind"
Whitney formed in Chicago more than a decade ago, gaining popularity for their blend of classic indie and '70s soft rock. Their latest album, "Small Talk," draws on that throwback sound with a modern twist. Here's Whitney performing "Won't You Speak Your Mind."
Whitney performs "Dandelions"
Whitney formed in Chicago more than a decade ago, gaining popularity for their blend of classic indie and '70s soft rock. Their latest album, "Small Talk," draws on that throwback sound with a modern twist. Here's Whitney performing "Dandelions."