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.
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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.
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.
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.
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."
Saudi court rejects rights activist's appeal of terror conviction
Family says the failed appeal by prominent women's rights advocate Loujain al-Hathloul against terrorism charges means Saudi Arabia considers the U.S. a terrorist entity.
Will a looming deal fix "cracks" in the "wall of opposition" to Iran?
Saudi Arabia and 3 allies have tried for years to cut Qatar off from the world. Now the feuding neighbors are "close to finalizing" a deal that may come as a relief to Washington.
Saudi tanker attacked by "booby-trapped boat" while unloading gas
The apparent attack would be the 4th in a month targeting Saudi energy infrastructure as the kingdom wages a war against Iran-backed rebels in Yemen.
Saudi Arabia sentences five to death for Jamal Khashoggi killing
Three others were sentenced to prison, and state-run TV says the verdicts can all be appealed. Critics of the Saudi crown prince say the verdicts shortchange justice.
Slain journalist's fiancee criticizes international community
Jamal Khashoggi's fiancee says "international organizations failed to do enough" to hold those behind killing responsible
Mohammad bin Salman on imprisoned activist
Norah O'Donnell interviewed the Saudi crown prince for "60 Minutes"
Highlights from this week's Mohammad bin Salman interview on "60 Minutes"
Four important questions "60 Minutes" asked Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman of Saudi Arabia
MBS denies ordering Khashoggi murder
Saudi Arabia's crown prince also discusses the impact of a September attack on Saudi oil facilities, and responds to allegations that a female Saudi activist has been tortured in prison
Trump to hear military options on Iran as Saudis show oil site damage
Saudi Arabia and the U.S. continue to make the case that Iran launched the missile and drone attack, but it's still not clear how they'll respond
Trump mulls response as Saudis say oil attack "sponsored by Iran"
President must decide whether to strike Iran militarily, as Tehran warns its retaliation would not be "limited" to any one nation
Nicki Minaj pulls out of Saudi Arabia concert to support human rights
Nicki Minaj was originally scheduled to headline Jeddah World Fest on July 18
Saudi crown prince should face probe over Khashoggi killing, UN official says
Special Rapporteur releases 101-page report blaming Saudi Arabia for journalists murder, and saying there's "credible evidence" heir to Saudi throne should be investigated
Activist claims Saudi campaign of terror continues
Pro-democracy activist says he and 2 colleagues have lived in fear since taking on work of slain journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who was killed by Saudi officials
Activist says CIA passed on warning Saudis might be targeting him
Palestinian-born Iyad el-Baghdadi says "something came on the radar of the CIA" to prompt Norwegian security services to move him into hiding
Saudi Arabia beheads 37 for alleged terrorism-related crimes
It was the largest mass execution by the conservative Islamic kingdom's government since 2016
2 U.S. dual nationals reportedly swept up in new Saudi "crackdown"
Human rights group says 10 perceived critics of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman detained in 1st such raids since Jamal Khashoggi murder
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U.S. suspends importation of live cattle from Mexico over screwworm pest
The screwworm is a larva of the Cochliomyia hominivorax fly that can invade the tissues of any warm-blooded animal, including humans.
Argentina's Supreme Court finds archives linked to the Nazi regime
The Argentine Supreme Court has found documentation associated with the Nazi regime among its archives including propaganda materia.
First group of White South Africans granted refugee status depart to U.S.
President Trump had issued an executive order directing officials to use the U.S. refugee program to resettle White South Africans.
Hamas says it will free Edan Alexander, U.S. citizen abducted on Oct. 7
Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
India and Pakistan ceasefire shaken by clashes in Kashmir after U.S.-led deal
India says its strikes into Pakistan-administered Kashmir and Pakistan on Wednesday killed more than 100 militants.
The papacy of Leo XIV begins
Robert Prevost, a tennis-loving, Wordle-playing White Sox fan from Chicago, is now leader of the world's nearly 1.5 billion Catholics. Vatican observers describe what the election of Leo XIV, the first pope from America, means for the faithful, and the world.
Five fishermen who spent 55 days adrift at sea arrive in the Galapagos Islands
The three Peruvians and two Colombians had been missing since mid-March and were found on May 7 by an Ecuadorian boat called Aldo.
Bessent says "substantial progress" made in China tariff talks
Trade discussions between Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng ended after a weekend of prolonged negotiations.
At least 62 killed and dozens missing after flooding in eastern Congo
Heavy flooding after torrential rains in eastern Congo washed away villages along the shores of Lake Tanganyika, leaving at least 62 dead.
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Trump promises executive order to lower cost of medications
In a Truth Social post, President Trump promises to sign an executive order to lower the cost of medications.
U.S. suspends importation of live cattle from Mexico over screwworm pest
The screwworm is a larva of the Cochliomyia hominivorax fly that can invade the tissues of any warm-blooded animal, including humans.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 11, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, United CEO Scott Kirby and Cardinal Blase Cupich of Chicago join Ed O'Keefe.
Chicago's Cardinal Cupich says Pope Leo XIV is "going to be a voice" on global issues
Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, said he expects Pope Leo XIV "feels an obligation," to speak to what he called the issues of the day, amid "real challenges globally."
United Airlines CEO says "this is the most optimistic I've been" about FAA reform
"We've turned the corner, and we have the commitment," United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said of reforms to the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Small business owners on damage from Trump's tariffs
President Trump's sudden and unpredictable tariffs have caused tremendous concerns among small business owners, whose livelihoods are now in jeopardy.
Why the U.S.-U.K. trade deal may not be as good as it sounds
President Trump says a new U.S. trade pact with the U.K. can serve as the basis for more trade deals. Economists say that could be a problem.
Chinese exports plunge as U.S. retailers cancel orders over tariffs
Amid steep levies, shipments from China to the U.S. plunged in April, with Chinese exports rerouted to other countries.
Stocks tread water as Wall Street awaits key U.S.-China meeting
Trading was mixed Friday as concerns about the U.S. economy offset signs that the Trump administration will de-esclate its trade war.
Fired CPSC commissioner tells President Trump, "See you in court"
Rich Trumka says he was fired from the Consumer Product Safety Commission after refusing to allow DOGE into the agency.
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Trump promises executive order to lower cost of medications
In a Truth Social post, President Trump promises to sign an executive order to lower the cost of medications.
Jeanine Pirro's nomination as top D.C. prosecutor gets mixed reaction
The selection of Jeanine Pirro, an ardent loyalist of President Trump and a cable news fixture who spread claims of a rigged 2020 election, has already triggered a wave of criticism from Democrats
Newark Airport suffers third system outage in less than 2 weeks
Yet another equipment outage at Newark Liberty International Airport caused widespread delays on Sunday.
First group of White South Africans granted refugee status depart to U.S.
President Trump had issued an executive order directing officials to use the U.S. refugee program to resettle White South Africans.
Qatar to donate jet for Trump to use as a presidential plane, sources say
The gift comes comes as President Trump heads to Qatar as part of his first international trip of his second term.
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Influencer helps fight against some food dyes
This week, the FDA approved three new natural food color additives, a big step in the Trump administration's push to phase out petroleum-based dyes. Adam Yamaguchi has the story.
Their 3 kids kept getting sick. A new gene therapy offered hope
Alicia and Jon Langenhop's three children were each diagnosed with a rare disorder. A clinical trial was "a no-brainer."
FDA approves 3 food colors from natural sources. Here's what they are.
Galdieria extract blue, butterfly pea flower extract and calcium phosphate are three food colors from natural sources the FDA has approved for use in food.
HHS moving to fire probationary employees again, officials say
Many probationary workers at the Department of Health and Human Services had been put on paid leave amid court battles with the Trump administration.
FDA issues warning against "gas station heroin" tianeptine
The FDA is warning the public about "gas station heroin," or products that contain tianeptine, an opioid alternative prescribed as an antidepressant in some countries.
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U.S. suspends importation of live cattle from Mexico over screwworm pest
The screwworm is a larva of the Cochliomyia hominivorax fly that can invade the tissues of any warm-blooded animal, including humans.
Argentina's Supreme Court finds archives linked to the Nazi regime
The Argentine Supreme Court has found documentation associated with the Nazi regime among its archives including propaganda materia.
First group of White South Africans granted refugee status depart to U.S.
President Trump had issued an executive order directing officials to use the U.S. refugee program to resettle White South Africans.
Hamas says it will free Edan Alexander, U.S. citizen abducted on Oct. 7
Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
India and Pakistan ceasefire shaken by clashes in Kashmir after U.S.-led deal
India says its strikes into Pakistan-administered Kashmir and Pakistan on Wednesday killed more than 100 militants.
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Amber Heard announces birth of twins in Mother's Day post
Amber Heard revealed Sunday that she is now a mother of three after welcoming twins, daughter Agnes and son Ocean.
Barry Diller on baring his soul in new memoir, "Who Knew"
In his combination business memoir and personal journey, the former media exec opens up about topics he had vowed never to talk about, including his early relations with men, as well as his decades-long relationship with designer Diane von Furstenberg.
Extended interview: Barry Diller
In his new book, “Who Knew,” former television, film and media executive Barry Diller writes of his remarkable business career, while also revealing the sexuality that he kept secret from an early age. In this web exclusive, Diller sits down with correspondent Tracy Smith to talk about why he thought revealing his sexuality would be “dangerous”; his early days at William Morris; his decades-long relationship with fashion designer Diane Von Furstenberg; and the process of writing a memoir, in which he would “pull the stitches” of memory.
Barry Diller on baring his soul in new memoir, "Who Knew"
In his new book, a combination business memoir and personal journey titled "Who Knew," former television, movie and media executive Barry Diller opens up about topics he says he had vowed never to talk about in public, including his early relationships with men, as well as his decades-long relationship and 24-year-marriage to fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg. Diller tells correspondent Tracy Smith he refused to open up about his private life previously because, "I think I was a coward."
Creating art from trash
Environmental artist Tom Deininger's works represent a menagerie of wildlife recreated in life-like detail. But each of his pieces is made of discarded objects – everything from trash to childhood toys – that are discernable when viewed from a certain angle. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with Deininger about perspectives on his trash-centric art, and raising awareness about the human threats to endangered species.
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The road toward more driverless cars
Waymo operates self-driving taxis in four cities, and is soon expanding to a dozen more, as Tesla and Amazon have had delays with their robo-taxi services. But the Google-owned Waymo must still overcome resistance from the public over stepping into an autonomous vehicle. Correspondent David Pogue reports on how the company is trying to avoid bumps in the road.
Extended interview: Bill Gates
In a wide-ranging, exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil, Bill Gates opens up about the end of his career, the future of artificial intelligence, the eventual closing of his foundation, President Trump and more.
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.
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5 highlights from Bill Gates' interview with "CBS Mornings"
Bill Gates revealed his plan to give away virtually all of his wealth in an interview with "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil and criticized the Trump administration's aid cuts. Here are some standout moments.
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Bill Gates explains why he's giving away virtually all of his wealth
Bill Gates says $200 billion spent over the next 20 years will go toward causes to help save and improve lives around the world. He also criticized the Trump administration's cuts to aid, saying they could lead to more child deaths.
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Some U.S. cities are sinking, study finds
A new study shows the land under some of the largest cities in the U.S. is sinking. "Land subsidence" is the gradual setting or sudden sinking of the Earth's surface, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Manoochehr Shirzaei, a co-author of the study, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Rare New Zealand snail filmed laying egg from its neck
The strange reproductive habits of a large, carnivorous New Zealand snail were once shrouded in mystery. Now, footage of the snail laying an egg from its neck has been captured for the first time.
15 years after BP oil spill, Louisiana coast marine recovery still ongoing
In the summer of 2010, panic spread across the region when the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded in the Gulf.
Remains of 5,000-year-old "elite woman" found at former garbage dump
The mummy was found in Aspero, a sacred site within the city of Caral that was a garbage dump for over 30 years until becoming an archaeological site in the 1990s.
A massive brood of cicadas will soon emerge. Here's what to know.
A notably large brood of periodical cicadas will emerge from the underground across parts of the eastern U.S. this spring.
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Survivor's testimony key in helping convict ex-boyfriend of murder
C.C. Opanowski says it's still difficult to process the fact that a person she once loved was convicted of murder. She hopes that others can learn from her story.
Why an oral surgeon became a murder suspect in girlfriend's death
Sarah Harris' mother believes Dr. James Ryan dominated every aspect of her daughter's life, brought her powerful habit-forming drugs, and is therefore responsible for her death.
4 people, including 3 teens, shot on SEPTA bus in Fairmount Park, police say
It was a traumatizing ride for dozens of people on board SEPTA's Route 15 bus when police say a man pulled a gun from his bag and started shooting at passengers.
Retired IRS agent gets 12 years for scamming elderly California woman out of life savings
A retired IRS agent from Southern California has been sentenced to state prison after she was convicted of defrauding an elderly San Francisco Bay Area woman out of $1 million in life savings.
Oregon cold-case likely linked to notorious California serial killer 45 years later
Randy Kraft, who has been dubbed the "Scorecard Killer," is the only person under investigation for the 1980 killing, Oregon police said.
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Soviet-era spacecraft plunges back to Earth after 53 years stuck in orbit
Kosmos 482 was launched by the then-Soviet Union in 1972 as part of a series of missions bound for Venus. But this one never made it out of orbit around Earth, stranded there by a rocket malfunction.
Soviet spacecraft plunging back to Earth
A Soviet-era spacecraft that was meant to land on Venus in 1972 is plunging back to Earth. Marlon Sorge, an executive director at The Aerospace Corporation, joins CBS News with what to expect.
Soviet spacecraft is plunging back to Earth 53 years after launch
A Soviet-era spacecraft meant to land on Venus a half century ago is expected to plunge uncontrolled back to Earth within days.
When, where to see Eta Aquariid meteors as the shower peaks this month
Meteors from the Eta Aquariids, known for their speed and created from space debris originating from Halley's comet, will zoom across the sky as the shower peaks.
Astronaut joins all-female spacewalk 6 years after missing out
An astronaut who missed out on the first all-female spacewalk is getting her chance six years later.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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The "Oscars of Garbage"
Sanitation workers from across the country converged on Las Vegas last week for what's been dubbed "the Oscars of Garbage." Itay Hod took a ride with one of this year's nominees.
American Catholics react to Pope Leo XIV
Faithfuls across the U.S. turned out to share the first Sunday mass with the first American pope in Catholic Church history. Omar Villafranca reports.
Western journalist still working in Russia
Elizabeth Palmer shares the story of the BBC's Steve Rosenberg, who has continued to report from Russia in the face of the Kremlin's efforts to control narratives.
Pope Leo XIV gives first Sunday address
In his first Sunday noon blessing as pontiff, Pope Leo XIV called for a just peace in Ukraine, a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all hostages. Chris Livesay has more.
Qatar giving Trump a new plane, sources say
President Trump may be getting a new ride from the royal family of Qatar. It's a luxury Boeing 747-8 and news of the plan is raising concerns. Willie James Inman is at the White House with details.