France says leader of Islamic State in Sahara has been killed
French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted that Adnan Abu al-Walid al-Sahrawi "was neutralized by French forces," but gave no further details.
The Fight Against ISIS
ISIS "Beatle" pleads guilty in connection with capture, murder of Americans
The ISIS cell – dubbed "the Beatles" because of their British accents – were infamous for releasing videos that showed grisly beheadings.
How one man died saving his father and brother from an ISIS siege
Adrian Nel was gunned down by ISIS militants as he sped his father and brother away from the besieged city of Palma. This is their story.
Kids face "unspeakable horror" in ISIS siege in Mozambique, U.N. says
Woman tells CBS News her husband and son had to hide in a bush with the body of her other son as they fled an onslaught in northern Mozambique.
ISIS-linked militants reportedly beheading kids in Mozambique rampage
U.S. steps up support as a brutal insurgency claims thousands of lives and forces almost 700,000 to flee in the space of just one year.
Pope Francis visits areas ransacked by ISIS in Iraq trip
The pontiff visited the Church of the Immaculate Conception, which was vandalized, desecrated, burned and even used as target practice by ISIS.
Pope pays Iraq a historic, but controversial visit as COVID surges
Iraq's beleaguered Christians welcome 1st-ever papal visit, but some fear he'll draw virus super-spreader-size crowds in a country also grappling with terrorism.
ISIS claims killing of 3 female journalists in Afghanistan
The ISIS claim of responsibility contradicted an accusation by the Afghan government that the Taliban carried out the murders.
ISIS bride who fled as teen to Syria loses bid to return to U.K.
Shamima Begum, now 21, was one of three east London schoolgirls who traveled to Syria in 2015.
Dozens killed as 2 suicide bombs tear through Baghdad market
Military commander blames ISIS for the carnage, saying the battered group was trying to "prove its existence."
Iran killing, U.S. troop cuts could make Mideast thornier for Biden
The new president will take over with a shrinking U.S. military footprint eroding trust, and Tehran vowing to take revenge for a brazen assassination it blames on Israel.
Dozens beheaded by ISIS-linked militants in Mozambique
The militants attacked several villages where they killed civilians, abducting women and children and burned down homes.
14 arrested in wake of deadly terror attack in Austria
Authorities say a suspect killed after the shootings was an ISIS sympathizer, and videos suggest he may have acted alone.
2 ISIS "Beatles" members charged with hostage-taking of Americans
The pair are being held at the Alexandria Adult Detention Center in Virginia, the Alexandria Sheriff's Office confirmed to CBS News.
ISIS accused of selling fake PPE online to finance terrorism
Their alleged aim is to raise money by offering bogus personal protective equipment at a time of desperate shortages.
Italy reports "biggest seizure of amphetamines in the world"
War-torn Syria has become the capital of Captagon, as ISIS produces the drug to fight and fund its terror operations.
New Iraqi leader caught between Iran and the U.S.
Mustafa Al-Kadhimi must fix a coronavirus-hit economy and crumbling infrastructure - and keep his U.S. and Iranian allies from turning his country into a battlefield.
4 arrested for alleged ISIS plans to attack U.S. bases in Germany
Prosecutors said the group had already obtained firearms and ammunition to carry out their attacks, while the suspected ringleader had ordered materials to build an explosive device.
U.S. convoy comes under fire in Syria, sparking deadly clash
"In self-defense, coalition troops returned fire" after forces loyal to Syria's government opened fire on several vehicles, the U.S. military says.
U.K. to change rules for terror convicts after London stabbing
"I think the idea of automatic early release for people who obviously continue to pose a threat to the public has come to the end of its useful life," Prime Minister says.
Thousands protest in Baghdad to demand U.S. troop withdrawal
The massive rally is the latest manifestation of rage against Trump's decision to blow up an Iranian general in Baghdad.
Iraqi leader asks U.S. to prepare "mechanisms" for a withdrawal
Prime minister asks Pompeo to send a team to plan the pull-out demanded by Iraq's parliament, and the U.S. appears to reject the request.
Defense Dept watchdog says Turkish incursion and U.S. drawdown helped ISIS
Even though the U.S. recently killed the leader of the terrorist group, the DoD IG warns that Trump's Syria policies will "strengthen its ability to plan attacks abroad"
Russian troops take command of U.S. airbase in northern Syria
The Russians moved in just a day after U.S. forces left, leaving behind barracks, beds, abandoned medical supplies and an unusable gym
Turkey sending home U.S. ISIS suspect after days stuck on Greek border
Turkish government has been working to repatriate ISIS detainees, and says the U.S. agreed to take back this one who just spent 3 days stuck in a no man's land
World
U.S. drone strike in Afghanistan killed as many as 10 civilians
An investigation by U.S. Central Command determined that the August 29 strike in Kabul killed an innocent aid worker and as many as nine of his family members.
Chess icon sues Netflix for show's "sexist and belittling" portrayal
The suit says the show falsely suggested that former female world champ Nona Gaprindashvili never played competitive chess with men.
2 men charged with murder of journalist Lyra McKee
McKee was an increasingly influential journalist who had written powerfully about growing up gay in Northern Ireland and the struggles of the generation of "cease-fire babies" raised after the 1998 Good Friday peace accord.
Artist turns seafloor into art by creating underwater museums
Jason deCaires Taylor's projects often explore the relationship between humans and the natural world.
3 Chinese astronauts return to Earth from budding space station
They landed in the Gobi Desert. It was China's longest such mission yet. Astronaut trios are expected to be sent on 90-day missions to the station over the next two years to make it fully functional.
Little girl has big idea to educate the world's forgotten children
At just 8 years old, Paisley Elliott uses her globe, not for play but for planning a trip to Uganda to change lives.
Where Afghan refugees are expected to be resettled, by state
California and Texas are set to receive thousands of Afghans evacuated to the U.S., while other states are expected to resettle fewer than a dozen or none at all.
Judge rules U.S. can't expel migrant families using public health law
Under a Trump-era policy that the Biden administration has maintained, hundreds of thousands of migrants have been expelled without a chance to apply for asylum.
Ozone hole over Antarctica is "larger than usual," scientists say
The absence of atmospheric ozone means more ultraviolet light reaches the Earth, where it can harm living cells.
Countries "nowhere near" climate change targets, watchdog says
Dramatic reductions in emissions would help prevent the world from drastically exceeding 1.5°C of global warming, but even the biggest countries are falling short.
2 Americans fall to their deaths while scaling sea cliffs in Spain
Majorca is popular for a type of climbing called psicobloc, which involves climbing around shorelines without ropes.
U.S. border agents stopped migrants 209,000 times in August
The statistics show that unauthorized migration to the U.S.-Mexico border remained at an extremely high level toward the end of the summer, when migrant apprehensions have historically dropped.
France says leader of Islamic State in Sahara has been killed
French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted that Adnan Abu al-Walid al-Sahrawi "was neutralized by French forces," but gave no further details.
Malala Yousafzai says Biden has "huge responsibility" to Afghan women
Yousafzai said the president should "stand up and support the rights of women in Afghanistan."
Rich nations to be pushed for COVID vaccine commitments as U.N. meets
"We cannot accept that only 3% of Africa has yet been immunized, we can and will do better," says incoming president of the General Assembly.
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U.S. drone strike in Afghanistan killed as many as 10 civilians
An investigation by U.S. Central Command determined that the August 29 strike in Kabul killed an innocent aid worker and as many as nine of his family members.
Chess icon sues Netflix for show's "sexist and belittling" portrayal
The suit says the show falsely suggested that former female world champ Nona Gaprindashvili never played competitive chess with men.
2 men charged with murder of journalist Lyra McKee
McKee was an increasingly influential journalist who had written powerfully about growing up gay in Northern Ireland and the struggles of the generation of "cease-fire babies" raised after the 1998 Good Friday peace accord.
Artist turns seafloor into art by creating underwater museums
Jason deCaires Taylor's projects often explore the relationship between humans and the natural world.
3 Chinese astronauts return to Earth from budding space station
They landed in the Gobi Desert. It was China's longest such mission yet. Astronaut trios are expected to be sent on 90-day missions to the station over the next two years to make it fully functional.
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Watch Live: SpaceX's all-civilian crew discusses busy day in orbit
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
France recalls ambassadors from U.S. and Australia over submarine deal
France was outraged after Australia announced it would cancel a deal to buy submarines from France and instead purchase nuclear submarines from the U.S.
U.S. drone strike in Afghanistan killed as many as 10 civilians
An investigation by U.S. Central Command determined that the August 29 strike in Kabul killed an innocent aid worker and as many as nine of his family members.
Gottlieb says Biden administration "in a better position" for booster rollout but worries vaccine mandate will harden skeptics
Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb told "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan the infrastructure is in place to distribute boosters but warns vaccine mandates will harden skeptics
Samuel Adams releases beer so potent it's illegal in 15 states
Beer maker's Utopias brand is barrel-aged and finished with cherries. Just be prepared to pay up.
Politics
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France recalls ambassadors from U.S. and Australia over submarine deal
France was outraged after Australia announced it would cancel a deal to buy submarines from France and instead purchase nuclear submarines from the U.S.
Gottlieb says Biden administration "in a better position" for booster rollout but worries vaccine mandate will harden skeptics
Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb told "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan the infrastructure is in place to distribute boosters but warns vaccine mandates will harden skeptics
"We're not taking any chances," U.S. Capitol Police chief says
The rally is scheduled for noon Saturday.
Justice Dept charges 138 people with health care fraud
Nineteen defendants are accused of illegally prescribing 12 million opioid doses.
White House warns of state and local government funding cuts without debt ceiling increase
The country's borrowing authority is expected to expire next month.
Entertainment
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Chess icon sues Netflix for show's "sexist and belittling" portrayal
The suit says the show falsely suggested that former female world champ Nona Gaprindashvili never played competitive chess with men.
Best movies streaming on Netflix — September 2021
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Artist turns seafloor into art by creating underwater museums
Jason deCaires Taylor's projects often explore the relationship between humans and the natural world.
Best shows to watch on Netflix — September 2021
One of these shows could be your next binge obsession.
Turning the seafloor into art
Over the past 15 years, sculptor, environmentalist, and underwater photographer Jason deCaires Taylor has used the world's oceans as a space to explore humanity's relationship to the world around us. He met with Elizabeth Palmer at his workshop in southern England to discuss his one-of-a-kind works.
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Watch Live: SpaceX's all-civilian crew discusses busy day in orbit
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
Amazon says 1 million workers applied for jobs this week
Retailer's new warehouse jobs pay an average of $18 an hour, which may be attracting people in lower-paying jobs.
When can you order Apple's iPhone 13 and other new gear?
Also coming this fall are a redesigned Apple Watch, along with privacy updates in the devices' operating systems.
First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Science
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Officials urge killing of invasive spotted lanternfly
Some think it's pretty, but the spotted lanternfly is an invasive species known for sucking the life out of trees and other plants,
Artist turns seafloor into art by creating underwater museums
Jason deCaires Taylor's projects often explore the relationship between humans and the natural world.
First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Ozone hole over Antarctica is "larger than usual," scientists say
The absence of atmospheric ozone means more ultraviolet light reaches the Earth, where it can harm living cells.
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Health
Arthritis and sleep: Get a better night's rest
According to the Arthritis Foundation, as many as 80% of people living with arthritis have trouble sleeping at night, and sometimes that can create a cycle of insomnia and pain. Dr. George Cyril, a physiatrist at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, joined "CBSN AM" to discuss how to manage arthritis and sleep.
Study finds Moderna's vaccine most effective against hospitalizations
The study compared Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines over recent months and found all provide "substantial protection against COVID-19 hospitalization."
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Experts weigh pros and cons of COVID-19 vaccine booster shots
In August, President Biden announced his plan to get booster shots into arms as early as September 20 to fight back against the coronavirus.
FDA advisers endorse Pfizer booster shots for elderly, high-risk Americans
The panel had initially rejected by a majority vote over Pfizer's request for full approval of a booster.
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Latest Child Tax Credit payment delayed for some parents
Some families are expressing frustration that they have yet to receive the third installment from the federal program.
Amazon says 1 million workers applied for jobs this week
Retailer's new warehouse jobs pay an average of $18 an hour, which may be attracting people in lower-paying jobs.
When can you order Apple's iPhone 13 and other new gear?
Also coming this fall are a redesigned Apple Watch, along with privacy updates in the devices' operating systems.
Samuel Adams releases beer so potent it's illegal in 15 states
Beer maker's Utopias brand is barrel-aged and finished with cherries. Just be prepared to pay up.
These NFL stadiums now require fans to be vaccinated to enter
Buffalo Bills are latest to impose mandate. Proof of vaccination will be required to enter upstate New York stadium.
Crime
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Former sheriff's deputy charged with manslaughter in teen's death
Michael Davis shot Hunter Brittain during a traffic stop outside an auto repair shop along an Arkansas highway in June.
First heart transplant recipient in D.C. area dies from COVID-19
Eva Baisey, who had a life expectancy of just one to five years in 1986, died from COVID-19 — more than 34 years after the surgery.
2 men charged with murder of journalist Lyra McKee
McKee was an increasingly influential journalist who had written powerfully about growing up gay in Northern Ireland and the struggles of the generation of "cease-fire babies" raised after the 1998 Good Friday peace accord.
Death of Murdaugh family housekeeper in 2018 under investigation
Gloria Satterfield's death was said to be the result of a "trip and fall accident," but the coroner's office says an autopsy was never performed.
Family targeted by online community after teen's murder
Violent images shared on social media were used as a form of psychological terrorism, says expert.
Space
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Watch Live: SpaceX's all-civilian crew discusses busy day in orbit
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Watch: SpaceX launches first all-civilian flight
SpaceX has launched four amateurs on a private flight to circle Earth for three days. It's the first time a rocket has streaked toward orbit with no professional astronauts on board. Former astronaut Garrett Resiman, who is also a senior advisor at SpaceX and a professor of astronautical engineering at USC, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to describe the launch. Read more here.
All-civilian crew SpaceX launch makes history
Space history was made Wednesday night as the first all-civilian space mission blasted off from historic launch pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center, atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. SpaceX senior adviser and former NASA astronaut Garrett Reisman joins CBSN anchor Lana Zak to breakdown the launch and discuss the significance of the mission.
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2021 Met Gala: Red carpet arrivals on fashion's biggest night
After a pandemic hiatus, the Met Gala returns with the theme "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion."
Met Gala: Craziest looks of all time
The bigger the tiara — or pope hat — the better! (Just ask Rihanna, Katy Perry or Sarah Jessica Parker ... )
"The Deliveryman Murders": How investigators connected the cases
Two men are shot and killed at their homes 2,800 miles apart by a man delivering a package – how a car full of clues helped solve the murders.
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Best shows to watch on Netflix right now – September 2021
One of these shows could be your next binge obsession.
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Ghost Light: The Year Broadway Went Dark
After Broadway's unprecedented 18-month pandemic shutdown, CBSN Originals' new documentary looks at how people on stage and behind the scenes pivoted to survive.
Ken Burns on "The Takeout"
Documentarian Ken Burns discussed his new PBS docuseries "Muhammad Ali," which chronicles the life of the iconic boxer and his legacy on sports, politics and much more, on this week's episode of "The Takeout" with Major Garrett.
Emmys 2021: Cedric the Entertainer on hosting
Cedric the Entertainer, host of the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards and star of CBS' "The Neighborhood," joins CBSN to preview what he has in store for this Sunday's festivities. Watch the awards show live September 19 at 8 p.m. EDT/5 p.m. PDT on CBS or Paramount+.
Gottlieb says U.S. is prepared for boosters
Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb tells "Face The Nation" that "there's not going to be a delay" in distributing booster shots because the Biden administration took early steps to prepare.
Pentagon: Drone strike was "tragic mistake"
The Pentagon says it has now concluded that a U.S. drone strike in the final days of the U.S. evacuation from Kabul, Afghanistan, killed an aid worker and multiple members of his family. General Frank McKenzie of U.S. Central Command made the announcement at a briefing Friday.