The ultimate burden of war
After nearly a decade of war, thousands of deaths have left military families permanently scarred. And, as John Blackstone reports, tens of thousands of other families have paid in different ways.
The Killing Of Osama bin Laden
The greatest manhunt comes to a close
National security correspondent David Martin takes a look back at the week that started with the news of the raid that killed Osama bin Laden to the release of videos from his compound.
Pentagon releases bin Laden videos
The Pentagon released five videos seized from the raid on Osama bin Laden's Pakistan compound. Bob Orr reports on what was on the tapes and the impact they have had on U.S. intelligence.
What do the OBL videos mean?
Anthony Mason and CBS News national security analyst Juan Zarate discuss the Osama bin Laden videos and what they mean.
Pakistan reacts to new OBL videos
Pakistani media are telling their citizens that the newly released videos from Osama bin Laden's compound don't prove anything. But, as Elizabeth Palmer reports, Pakistanis are slowly coming to grips with the security failure in their country.
Reactions to new bin Laden videos
The husband of a 9/11 victim and a former Department of Justice security expert react to the newly released Osama bin Laden videos. Seth Doane reports on the same video, seen through a different lens.
Impact of OBL's death on the Taliban
Taliban forces in Afghanistan are denouncing the killing of Osama bin Laden and are threatening revenge. Mark Phillips reports from Kabul.
Osama bin Laden rehearses his remarks
CBS News RAW: The Pentagon released videotapes obtained during the raid of Osama bin Laden's compound; this video shows him rehearsing his remarks in front of a wrinkled blue background. (no audio)
Osama bin Laden prepares for propaganda video
CBS News RAW: The Pentagon released videotapes obtained during the raid of Osama bin Laden's compound; this video shows bin Laden preparing for a propaganda video in front of a wooden background. (no audio)
Osama bin Laden misses his cue
CBS News RAW: The Pentagon released videotapes obtained during the raid of Osama bin Laden's compound; this video shows the terrorist leader missing his cue. (no audio)
Osama bin Laden's unreleased message to America
CBS News RAW: The Pentagon released videotapes obtained during the raid of Osama bin Laden's compound; this video shows him delivering a message to the American people that was never released. (no audio)
Pentagon releases video found at bin Laden compound
Special Report: Videotapes obtained during the raid on Osama bin Laden's hideout released by the Pentagon revealed images of the Al Qaeda leader preparing his video messages and watching himself on television.
Osama bin Laden watches himself on TV
CBS News RAW: The Pentagon released videotapes obtained during the raid of Osama bin Laden's compound; this video shows the terrorist leader watching himself on television. (no audio)
Is revenge healthy?
Considering the recent assassination of Osama Bin Laden, people are feeling an overwhelming sense of resentment towards U.S. enemies. Dr. Jennifer Hartstein spoke with Russ Mitchell on how the feeling of revenge may affect mental health.
Obama's defining week
President Obama experienced a week that may prove to be a defining moment in his presidency beginning with the killing of Osama bin Laden and ending with a monthly jobs report he called "progress."
OBL intel triggers take down of al Qaeda leaders
National security analyst Juan Zarate spoke with Rebecca Jarvis on how the United States is acting on the intelligence and leads collected from the information found in the raid on Osama bin Laden's compound.
Middle East expert: U.S. can't trust Pakistan
Middle East expert and founder of AsianMedia.com Reza Aslan spoke with Russ Mitchell on the fall out from the raid that killed Osama bin laden and the future of U.S. relations with Pakistan.
Videos leak from inside bin Laden's compound
New videos presumably by Pakistani officials have been leaked from inside the compound Osama bin Laden was living in. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
CIA spied on bin Laden from nearby safe house
The latest revelation out of the killing of Osama bin Laden is news of a covert group of CIA operatives who lived in a safe house in the same neighborhood as bin Laden. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Obama meets with SEALs who took down bin Laden
President Obama met with Navy SEALs who took part in the raid on Osama bin Laden's compound, the addressed 2,000 service members who recently returned from deployment in Afghanistan. Chip Reid reports.
Leads chased in OBL raid evidence
Evidence taken from Osama bin Laden's compound is producing potential new leads as to the whereabouts of other top terror leaders. Bob Orr reports.
A decade of war and its impact on families
After nearly a decade of war, thousands of deaths have left military families permanently scarred. And, as John Blackstone reports, tens of thousands of other families have paid in different ways.
The iron will of Seal Team 6
Seal Team 6, the team of Navy SEALs who killed Osama bin Laden, are known at the Pentagon as a tier one force - reserved for high priority targets. David Martin reports on these specialized soliders.
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Friday: Clues bin laden left behind are providing U.S. intelligence the best chance in years to destroy the heart of al-Qaeda; Also, despite nearly a quarter of a million new jobs, the jobless rate jumps back to nine percent; And, what it takes to be the best of the best - a U.S. Navy SEAL.
Obama on making the OBL decision
What was the most difficult part of making the decision to send in forces to kill Osama bin Laden? President Barack Obama talks to Steve Kroft about that and much more on this Sunday, May 8 at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
World
Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time
Four Republicans voted with nearly all Democrats to advance the Iran war powers measure, with GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy joining the Republican defectors for the first time.
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Federal prosecutors open new criminal probe into Maduro, sources say
There is concern among some in the Justice Department that the pending charges against him are weak, sources said.
Who's who in Cuba's leadership? Here are the names to know.
President Trump has been openly mulling a takeover of Cuba similar to the operation that toppled Venezuela's Nicolás Madoro. What it would mean for the regime's leaders remains to be seen. Here are some of the figures to watch.
Iran stages mass weddings for couples ready for "self-sacrifice" in war
Iranian state media showed wedding ceremonies in Tehran for dozens of couples said to have volunteered for "self-sacrifice" in the war with the U.S.
Man gets death sentence for killing teen TikTok star in Pakistan
Sana Yousaf's murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women's safety.
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Troops say Army ignored request for more medical support before deadly attack
Survivors say they'd asked for more medical support before the Iranian drone strike that killed six U.S. soldiers at their command post in Kuwait in the war's first 24 hours.
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Trump says he was "an hour away" from striking Iran
President Trump says he scrapped a planned attack on Iran at the request of Gulf allies as "serious negotiations" on a peace deal are underway.
Mango founder Isak Andic's son arrested in his death
Police in Spain arrested the son of Isak Andic, the billionaire founder of the Spanish fashion brand Mango, for allegedly having played a role in his December 2024 death.
Why has the U.K. had 6 prime ministers in less than 10 years?
Political chaos has engulfed Britain, with six people holding the U.K.'s top job in a decade, including one prime minister who lasted only 45 days.
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Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in hate, investigators say
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
Imam of San Diego mosque says his community has seen a rise in Islamophobia
The imam of a San Diego mosque that was targeted in Monday's shooting told CBS News that his community has seen a "rise" in "Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiment" in recent years.
U.S. intel assessment says military identified at least 10 mines in Strait of Hormuz
CBS News was unable to determine what type of mines were in involved in this latest assessment.
Voters want more competitive congressional districts, CBS News poll finds
But most GOP voters want candidates who'd back most or everything Trump wants.
Mangione supporters should not have been given press passes, mayor says
Luigi Mangione supporters have loudly made their feelings known outside every court appearance, but several are now in court with official press passes.
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Is the teen summer job a thing of the past?
A summer job was once a seasonal tradition for millions of American teenagers. No more — here's why fewer young people are expected to clock in when school ends.
Polymarket to let users make prediction market bets on private companies
Polymarket users can now trade on private companies' valuations, IPOs and secondary market activity.
The 10 most affordable U.S. cities to buy a home
Buyers can still find lower-cost homes in some midsize cities, especially across the Rust Belt and Sun Belt, a new analysis finds.
AI sparks backlash from new graduates. How deep does the disapproval go?
Many Americans are signaling disapproval of the technology amid fears that it will eclipse already competitive entry-level jobs.
Mango founder Isak Andic's son arrested in his death
Police in Spain arrested the son of Isak Andic, the billionaire founder of the Spanish fashion brand Mango, for allegedly having played a role in his December 2024 death.
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Rep. Massie is latest GOP incumbent to lose primary after Trump backs challenger
President Trump endorsed former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District.
U.S. intel assessment says military identified at least 10 mines in Strait of Hormuz
CBS News was unable to determine what type of mines were in involved in this latest assessment.
Voters want more competitive congressional districts, CBS News poll finds
But most GOP voters want candidates who'd back most or everything Trump wants.
Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time
Four Republicans voted with nearly all Democrats to advance the Iran war powers measure, with GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy joining the Republican defectors for the first time.
DOJ's settlement with Trump bans IRS from taking action over his old tax returns
The Internal Revenue Service is permanently barred from pursuing claims against President Trump or his company based on prior tax returns, part of a controversial settlement deal between the Justice Department and Mr. Trump.
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Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Latest on American who contracted Ebola
A missionary doctor who was serving in Congo will receive treatment in Germany after testing positive for Ebola. Skyler Henry has the latest.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was evacuated after testing positive for Ebola.
Ebola strain in latest outbreak has no vaccine or treatment
The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.
U.S. announces Ebola-related travel restrictions amid outbreak in Congo, Uganda
The Trump administration announced it's restricting people who don't have U.S. passports from entering the country if they have been in Congo, South Sudan or Uganda amid the Ebola outbreak.
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Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time
Four Republicans voted with nearly all Democrats to advance the Iran war powers measure, with GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy joining the Republican defectors for the first time.
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Federal prosecutors open new criminal probe into Maduro, sources say
There is concern among some in the Justice Department that the pending charges against him are weak, sources said.
Who's who in Cuba's leadership? Here are the names to know.
President Trump has been openly mulling a takeover of Cuba similar to the operation that toppled Venezuela's Nicolás Madoro. What it would mean for the regime's leaders remains to be seen. Here are some of the figures to watch.
Iran stages mass weddings for couples ready for "self-sacrifice" in war
Iranian state media showed wedding ceremonies in Tehran for dozens of couples said to have volunteered for "self-sacrifice" in the war with the U.S.
Man gets death sentence for killing teen TikTok star in Pakistan
Sana Yousaf's murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women's safety.
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Soon-to-be mom Beanie Feldstein reveals sex of her baby
Actor Beanie Feldstein told "CBS Mornings" she and wife Bonnie-Chance Roberts are expecting a baby girl.
Beanie Feldstein on takeaways from kids' book
Actor Beanie Feldstein talks about the theme of her debut children's book, which focuses on the power of friendship. She also discusses becoming a parent soon and starring in a new film with Robert De Niro.
2-time "Survivor" contestant on 50th season
Rob Cesternino, a 2-time "Survivor" castaway, talks about the upcoming "Survivor 50" finale, who he think will make the final three and who is his favorite to win the game.
Hayden Panettiere opens up in new memoir
Golden Globe-nominated actor Hayden Panettiere shares her story and opens up about life in the spotlight as a young actor, postpartum depression and her healing journey.
5/17: Sunday Morning "By Design"
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
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Privacy concerns grow over AI, phone numbers
Privacy concerns about artificial intelligence are growing after people discovered that chatbots are sharing their real phone numbers. Eileen Guo, investigative tech reporter for MIT Technology Review, joins to discuss.
Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its top executives. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
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.
Musk says he'll appeal OpenAI lawsuit dismissal
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
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Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
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Mosque shooting victims hailed as heroes
Police and federal authorities are working to piece together the events leading up to Monday's deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, as well as what exactly happened during the attack. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in hate, investigators say
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
San Diego imam describes victims of shooting
Imam Taha Hassan of the Islamic Center of San Diego tells CBS News about the beloved security guard and members of his mosque who died "sacrificed their lives for the entire community" during Monday's shooting.
FBI: Islamic Center shooters radicalized online
Investigators gave an update Tuesday on Monday's deadly shooting at a mosque in San Diego. CBS News' Lana Zak and Anna Schecter have the latest.
Mangione supporters should not have been given press passes, mayor says
Luigi Mangione supporters have loudly made their feelings known outside every court appearance, but several are now in court with official press passes.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Mosque shooting victims hailed as heroes
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New details on Trump-IRS settlement
The Internal Revenue Service is permanently barred from pursuing claims against President Trump or his company based on prior tax returns, part of a controversial settlement agreement that the Justice Department struck to resolve a lawsuit brought by Mr. Trump. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
CBS News Radio flashback: Reporting from Murrow
Major Garrett pays tribute to perhaps the most iconic CBS News voice, Edward R. Murrow, with a collection of clips from his World War II radio reporting.
Multiple polls show declining Trump ratings
Since 2016, President Trump has thrived on the support of non-college-educated White voters. A recent CBS News poll shows that support is lower than ever, at 46%, down from 68% in early 2025. Political strategists Zac Petkanas and Joe Borelli join with analysis.