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.
The Fight Against ISIS
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
Boy taken by mom to join ISIS in Syria reunited with family in Italy
Alvin Berisha's father had searched for his son since 2014, when his radicalized wife abandoned the rest of her family to fight for the terror group in Syria
Captured al-Baghdadi wife revealed plenty about ISIS, source says
She was the first of what was thought to be four wives the ISIS leader had and was caught in Turkey in June 2018, source says
Turkish leader announces capture of slain ISIS leader's wife
But President Erdogan says Turkey "didn't make a fuss," while criticizing U.S. communications campaign
Pentagon releases images from al-Baghdadi operation
General Frank McKenzie released images and video from the raid that resulted in the ISIS leader's death over the weekend
Trump says slain ISIS leader's successor has been "terminated"
The president tweeted "Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's number one replacement has been terminated by American troops"
U.S. reportedly tracked down ISIS leader with help of informant
The informant also provided a floor plan of one of his hideouts and locations of tunnels
Al-Baghdadi's death will be warning to terrorists in hiding, says Esper
Video of al-Baghdadi's final moments exists. "We have video and photos," Milley told reporters, though those images aren't being released yet.
After ISIS leader killed, U.S. parents want answers about daughter's fate
Arizona parents of slain American hostage Kayla Mueller say they have mixed emotions about the death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi
A "victory": ISIS' victims' families on al-Baghdadi's death
Al-Baghdadi has been accused of kidnapping and murdering several U.S. civilians.
Pence: Death of ISIS leader shows U.S. is "unrelenting"
"Last night, the president of the United States proved to the world that our fight against ISIS is unrelenting," the vice president told "Face the Nation"
Trump says ISIS leader "died like a coward" in U.S. raid
The president said Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi blew himself and three children up after U.S. commandos breached his compound
ISIS leader dead after dramatic U.S. raid in Syria
As U.S. forces and dogs approached him, al-Baghdadi detonated a suicide vest, killing himself and a group of children
As U.S. troops leave Syria, Russian and Turkish forces replace them
And it still wasn't clear where the roughly 1,000 American forces being pulled out of the country will go, but it seems they can only stay in Iraq for a month
U.S. troops are not coming home from Syria, and some may stay there
In spite of President Trump saying he's bringing Americans home, most troops in Syria are just moving to Iraq, and they'll still be ready to fight ISIS
Civilians caught in the crossfire as Turkey's Syria assault escalates
Turkish officials claim at least six civilians killed, including a baby and three girls; Syria alleges seven civilians and eight Kurdish fighters have been killed
World
Border apprehensions rose in June, despite expulsions policy
Border officials have carried out more than 70,000 expulsions of migrants under an emergency coronavirus order.
Expert sees "new level of repression" in Russian journalist's arrest
Many see detention of former defense reporter Ivan Safronov as the latest example of the Putin regime's efforts to silence independent journalists.
COVID-weary Japanese turn to cars for shelter from deadly flooding
Japan is accustomed to earthquakes and flooding, but this time disaster has struck amid a health crisis, turning a trusted system on its head.
Melania Trump sculpture in Slovenia set on fire on July 4
As the U.S. celebrated its Independence Day and President Trump vowed to punish those who destroy U.S. monuments, a life-sized sculpture of first lady Melania Trump was burned near her hometown in Slovenia.
Trump hosts Mexican president for first visit at White House
The two leaders are recognizing the USMCA, which took effect July 1.
New rule would deny asylum to migrants on public health grounds
The U.S. has already been expelling most border-crossers, including unaccompanied children, under a separate CDC order.
World Health Organization chief says virus outbreak is "accelerating"
Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said "we have clearly not reached the peak of the pandemic."
Trump moves to officially withdraw U.S. from WHO
A senior administration official confirmed to CBS News the U.S. notice of withdrawal has been submitted to the United Nations secretary-general.
U.S. considers banning TikTok and other apps, Pompeo says
Pompeo doesn't recommend downloading the app unless "you want your private information in the hands of the Chinese Communist Party."
Brazil's president tests positive for COVID-19
The president has downplayed the virus' severity, often appeared in public to shake hands with supporters and mingle with crowds.
American detained for 486 days in Egyptian prison returns home
Mohamed Amashah, a dual Egyptian-American citizen was arrested in 2019 after holding a sign in Cairo's Tahrir Square that read: "Freedom for all the political prisoners."
ICE says foreign students can't take online-only fall classes while in U.S.
Foreign students in the U.S. planning to attend schools that will only offer online classes in the fall will need to transfer, depart the country or face potential deportation.
Formula One drivers take a knee in anti-racism campaign
Each of the 20 drivers wore a black T-shirt with the words "End Racism" as they convened at the start of the track.
China reports case of suspected bubonic plague
It's in Inner Mongolia and comes as China says it's wrestled new cases of COVID-19 to near zero.
Louvre reopens after four-month closing due to coronavirus
But officials of museum that houses Mona Lisa and countless other treasures expect low attendance due to E.U. ban on travelers from U.S.
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Border apprehensions rose in June, despite expulsions policy
Border officials have carried out more than 70,000 expulsions of migrants under an emergency coronavirus order.
Expert sees "new level of repression" in Russian journalist's arrest
Many see detention of former defense reporter Ivan Safronov as the latest example of the Putin regime's efforts to silence independent journalists.
COVID-weary Japanese turn to cars for shelter from deadly flooding
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Melania Trump sculpture in Slovenia set on fire on July 4
As the U.S. celebrated its Independence Day and President Trump vowed to punish those who destroy U.S. monuments, a life-sized sculpture of first lady Melania Trump was burned near her hometown in Slovenia.
Trump hosts Mexican president for first visit at White House
The two leaders are recognizing the USMCA, which took effect July 1.
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Starbucks to require customer face masks July 15
In the absence of a national mandate, Starbucks will require that everyone mask up or else have their coffee delivered.
Autopsy finds teen was shot 5 times in the back by deputy
Andres Guardado's parents said their son "did not deserve to die this way."
Pandemic "dream job": $1,000 to play Animal Crossing
HighSpeedInternet.com says it's looking for an "average, everyday person" to play the game for 50 hours.
Esper defends use of National Guard in helping with civil unrest after George Floyd death
Defense Secretary Mark Esper and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Mark Milley testified before lawmakers Thursday.
The math of masks: a $1 trillion boost for ailing US economy
Economists say national mask mandate would help U.S. avoid a 5% drop in GDP from COVID-19 spread. That's about $3,000 per American.
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Esper defends use of National Guard in helping with civil unrest after George Floyd death
Defense Secretary Mark Esper and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Mark Milley testified before lawmakers Thursday.
The math of masks: a $1 trillion boost for ailing US economy
Economists say national mask mandate would help U.S. avoid a 5% drop in GDP from COVID-19 spread. That's about $3,000 per American.
Ousted U.S. attorney details push by Barr to resign post or be fired
Former U.S. Attorney Geoffrey Berman's ouster last month has attracted scrutiny from lawmakers.
Border apprehensions rose in June, despite expulsions policy
Border officials have carried out more than 70,000 expulsions of migrants under an emergency coronavirus order.
Michael Cohen back in custody after refusing terms of home confinement
Cohen had been expected to serve the remainder of his sentence in home confinement.
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Pandemic "dream job": $1,000 to play Animal Crossing
HighSpeedInternet.com says it's looking for an "average, everyday person" to play the game for 50 hours.
Celebrities react to disappearance of "Glee" actress Naya Rivera
A search resumed Thursday for the 33-year-old who went missing on a lake in California during a boat trip with her young son.
Lady A, formerly Lady Antebellum, sues blues singer Lady A
In a statement, the band claimed the singer "demanded a $10 million payment."
3 men and 2 teens arrested in the murder of rapper Pop Smoke, police say
Pop Smoke, whose real name is Bashar Jackson, was killed in February.
Amazon removes Washington Redskins merchandise from site
Several of the country's largest retailers have said they will stop selling merchandise featuring the team's name, which is considered a slur.
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Equipment makers hinder repairs of ventilators, critics say
Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
Walmart reportedly launching subscription service
The $98 membership comes with same-day grocery delivery and early deals access, according to a report.
Facebook civil rights audit: "Serious setbacks" hurt progress
The audit recommends a "civil rights infrastructure" for the social media giant, but its suggestions aren't binding.
U.S. considers banning TikTok and other apps, Pompeo says
Pompeo doesn't recommend downloading the app unless "you want your private information in the hands of the Chinese Communist Party."
Uber acquires food delivery app Postmates
With Postmates buyout, Uber becomes the nation's No. 2 food delivery service, while DoorDash remains the leader.
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Most expensive medical procedures in the U.S., ranked
These pricey surgeries are the most expensive in the country.
California condors spotted in Sequoia after nearly 50 years
The giant birds were known to nest inside massive sequoia trees before their near-extinction in the 1980s.
Is the coronavirus airborne? Scientists say it's "a real risk"
The World Health Organization has said the coronavirus is only confirmed to be airborne during certain medical procedures, but many experts disagree.
Rare case of brain-destroying amoeba confirmed in Florida
Naegleria fowleri is contacted when contaminated water enters through a person's nose and is found in warm freshwater.
Divers find evidence of America's first mines — and 9 skeletons
Experts have found ocher mines that are some of the oldest on the continent.
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Starbucks to require customer face masks July 15
In the absence of a national mandate, Starbucks will require that everyone mask up or else have their coffee delivered.
Feds charge phony church with selling toxic bleach as COVID-19 cure
Florida family allegedly pitched product that had U.S. regulators receiving reports of hospitalizations and death.
Florida faces surge in virus cases as Disney World starts to reopen
The Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom are welcoming some passholders for a "preview" and will officially reopen on Saturday.
Inside a Texas hospital overwhelmed by virus cases
Medical staff at the South Texas Medical System hospital are strained, struggling to treat more than 140 patients with the virus.
Demand surges at Bay Area food banks due to coronavirus pandemic
"In February we were serving about 270,000 individuals. Now we're over 500,000."
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Starbucks to require customer face masks July 15
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Pandemic "dream job": $1,000 to play Animal Crossing
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The math of masks: a $1 trillion boost for ailing US economy
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Feds charge phony church with selling toxic bleach as COVID-19 cure
Florida family allegedly pitched product that had U.S. regulators receiving reports of hospitalizations and death.
Amazon removes Washington Redskins merchandise from site
Several of the country's largest retailers have said they will stop selling merchandise featuring the team's name, which is considered a slur.
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Michael Cohen back in custody after refusing terms of home confinement
Cohen had been expected to serve the remainder of his sentence in home confinement.
3 men and 2 teens arrested in the murder of rapper Pop Smoke, police say
Pop Smoke, whose real name is Bashar Jackson, was killed in February.
Teen recounts seeing dad shot, surviving 30 hours lost in the woods
Jack Gershman bolted into the forest when his dad was shot for reasons that remain a mystery. Then he got lost, and his phone died.
Notorious kidnapper ran gold mine and Christmas tree farm from prison
A "48 Hours" investigation shows how Frederick Woods lived behind bars – he married three times and bought a pricey mansion with an ocean view
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped
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NASA, Boeing work to resume Starliner flights
Some 80 recommendations are being implemented to prevent a repeat of problems marring the previous Starliner test flight.
Rocket Lab declares Electron launch failure
The innovative Electron rocket suffered a malfunction while its second stage was firing.
How to watch Fourth of July weekend's "buck moon" lunar eclipse
In lieu of fireworks, skywatchers can look up to see multiple celestial events this weekend.
Second spacewalk in a row to upgrade station
Spacewalking astronauts are picking up where they left off, with another round of space station battery replacements.
Mars rover launch delayed to July 30
NASA remains confident the $2.4 billion rover will be on its way before the planetary launch window closes around August 15.
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Former cop charged in Rayshard Brooks shooting
The former Atlanta police officer who shot and killed Rayshard Brooks on Friday night has been charged with murder and aggravated assault, along with other charges. Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump calls 99% of COVID-19 cases "harmless"
President Trump declared "99%" of COVID-19 cases to be "totally harmless" during Fourth of July remarks over the weekend, prompting backlash from mayors of both political parties. The president's FDA commissioner struggled to provide a factual basis for the president's claim. Paula Reid reports.
Mass protests after Atlanta cop fatally shoots black man
Atlanta's mayor issued an executive order requiring offices to de-escalate situations following the protests sparked by the death of 27-year-old Rayshard Brooks, who was shot and killed by police during an arrest. The Brooks family continues to grieve and demand justice. Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump wanted huge military response to protest
President Trump initially wanted to deploy 10,000 troops to Washington D.C., following last week's protests over the death of George Floyd. High-ranking members of Mr. Trump's Cabinet managed to dissuade him of the idea. Ben Tracy reports.
Coronavirus cases continue to rise
There's a notable rise in new coronavirus cases in several states, particularly in populous states like California, Texas and Florida. More than 2 million Americans have been infected thus far and the national death toll is now at 115,000. Janet Shamlian reports.