ISIS is rolling in cash, but from where?
What -- and whom -- is bankrolling the biggest terrorism threat to the United States right now, and why it's hard to stop the cash flow
The Fight Against ISIS
Some in Congress wary of Obama anti-ISIS plan
The lawmakers -- including some politically vulnerable Democrats -- insist they're not ready to put American boots on the ground again in Middle East
Obama will strike ISIS "wherever they exist," including Syria
After weeks of questions and criticism, Obama lays out the U.S. strategy to "degrade and ultimately destroy" ISIS
ISIS mass execution survivor: "I didn't want to make a sound"
Man says extremists told 100 villagers they were being taken to a refugee camp - but it turned out to be a trip to a mass grave
Obama: Defeating ISIS will be "different" from Iraq, Afghanistan wars
The president will announce a leading U.S. role in destroying the Islamic militants during a prime time speech Wednesday night
Congress' spending bill in flux over Obama's Syria request
The push to pass a continuing resolution to keep the government open without any drama has hit a few roadbumps
Dick Cheney: Bold ISIS strategy would contradict Obama's record
The former vice president laid out his hopes and expectations for the plan President Obama will unveil Wednesday to defeat the Islamic militant group
U.S. military to expand its air campaign against ISIS
A Pentagon source tells CBS News its bombing campaign will not just support Iraqi forces, but will also seek to "degrade" ISIS capabilities
Colo. teen's support of ISIS raises alarm about American jihadists
Shannon Conley, 19, pleaded guilty to trying to help extremists in Syria; teen's conversion to Islam and jihad happened like many others, officials say
"Full speed ahead" on fight against ISIS, John Kerry says
The secretary of state is in Iraq to meet with the newly formed government
Kerry copters into nerve center of ISIS fight
Top U.S. diplomat pays unannounced visit to new Iraq PM as the White House's plan to quash ISIS takes shape
With focus on ISIS, Obama recalibrates aims in Syria
One year ago, the president spoke to the nation about degrading the Assad regime; now the focus is on Assad's extremist enemies
Obama to Congress: I have authority to take action against ISIS
The president met with congressional leaders Tuesday to preview his address to the nation Wednesday
U.S. military keeps pounding away at ISIS in Iraq
Armored vehicles of the extremists in Iraq are the latest Pentagon target; U.S. attempting to get help in fight from regional allies
Republicans to Obama: Give us a strategy to defeat ISIS
House Speaker John Boehner refuses to weigh in on Congress' role until the president offers more detail
Obama will lay out ISIS strategy in prime time speech
He will address the nation at 9 p.m. ET Wednesday from the White House
Steven Sotloff sold to ISIS by rebels, family claims
Family of slain American journalist said to have a "strained" relationship with the Obama administration
Will Obama get more than a blank check to fight ISIS?
A growing number of lawmakers say it's time for Congress to get involved in the fight against ISIS, but what will be their next move?
Can Obama build a real anti-ISIS coalition?
President needs major Mideast states on board, but his long-time reluctance to jump into the Syria crisis makes it a tough sell
Ted Cruz has a plan to oust Americans who join ISIS
The Republican senator proposed a bill to deal with American citizens who fight alongside the Mideast terrorists
Obama to outline plan to fight ISIS
Under fire from both Republicans and Democrats for handling of extremist threat, president will share strategy this week
Sen. Feinstein: Confront ISIS before it's too late
Senior Democrat urges administration to deal with terror group now, or risk going up against an even more daunting enemy
Rubio accuses Obama of "presidential malpractice" in Mideast
The Florida senator backs U.S. airstrikes in Syria against growing threat of ISIS, and addresses whether he'll run for president in 2016
Obama: Golfing after condemning James Foley's execution was a mistake
President concedes bad "optics" in his quick return to the golf course after slamming the jihadists who killed the American journalist
Obama to detail new plans to "hunt down" ISIS in speech
The president has yet to publicly lay out a strategy to combat the Islamic militants who control swaths of Iraq and Syria
World
A U.S. doctor survived a deadly strike in Gaza. Why he plans to go back.
Dr. Feroze Sidhwa was working at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis when an Israeli strike hit the surgical unit he was in.
Ukrainian kids learn to fly drones for a future shaped by Russia's invasion
A Ukrainian nonprofit group is teaching kids to make, service and fly simple drones, to help them be "useful in the future in their country."
Cheetah cubs survive powerful storms, mother's illness at zoo
It might take a year before it's clear the cubs will survive the crucial period after their birth, the zoo's curator said.
Was Netanyahu's fiery U.N. speech aimed at his own political survival?
Israel's embattled leader lashed out at New York's mayor in a heated U.N. address, but a veteran analyst says his real targets were Israeli voters and President Trump.
Live
Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
Exclusive
U.S. military lays groundwork for potential action around Cuba
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
Abraham Accords countries hold first official meeting since Oct. 7 attacks
Ten blocks away from the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. diplomats quietly kickstarted the expansion of the Abraham Accords from the 43rd floor of a midtown Manhattan office tower.
Investigation
Commander rejected plans to rebase before deadly drone strike, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that despite warnings about the vulnerability of the outpost in Kuwait, a commander opted not to rebase farther from Iran.
GOP Sen. Thom Tillis on Trump-Xi visit: "It's a WTF moment"
The retiring North Carolina senator was critical of President Trump's reception of Chinese President Xi Jinping.
U.S.
More U.S.
Ready or not, here come the AI gadgets, from "charms" to smart speakers
Meta, Microsoft and other major tech companies are developing a range of AI products for consumers, from wearables to speakers.
A U.S. doctor survived a deadly strike in Gaza. Why he plans to go back.
Dr. Feroze Sidhwa was working at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis when an Israeli strike hit the surgical unit he was in.
Tasia Fortune's hanging was "staged" after her death, police say
Authorities haven't disclosed the exact cause of Fortune's death, but they did rule it a homicide and have arrested two men.
Facebook found liable of deceiving users in Cambridge Analytica case
The two-week trial in New Mexico centered on accusations Facebook deceived users about a data breach.
Soaring U.S. diesel prices slam local communities as fuel costs surge
The surge in diesel prices this year is putting a financial squeeze on schools, farms and small businesses around the U.S.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Ready or not, here come the AI gadgets, from "charms" to smart speakers
Meta, Microsoft and other major tech companies are developing a range of AI products for consumers, from wearables to speakers.
Facebook found liable of deceiving users in Cambridge Analytica case
The two-week trial in New Mexico centered on accusations Facebook deceived users about a data breach.
Soaring U.S. diesel prices slam local communities as fuel costs surge
The surge in diesel prices this year is putting a financial squeeze on schools, farms and small businesses around the U.S.
New bill would lower Social Security retirement age for some workers
Workers in physically demanding jobs should be able to collect full Social Security retirement benefits at age 60, a Michigan lawmaker says.
Why the bond market is freaking out, and what it means for your money
Investors are increasingly nervous about rising inflation, which could require the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates.
Politics
More Politics
Supreme Court lets Trump administration use SAVE database for now
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration in its push to use a controversial database to review state voter rolls for potential noncitizens.
Live
Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
Duckworth slams Trump's "foolhardy plan" to make triumphal arch a military complex
Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois is demanding the Pentagon and Federal Aviation Administration reject President Trump's call to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade Military Complex."
Exclusive
U.S. military lays groundwork for potential action around Cuba
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
ICE wasted millions in rapid push to expand detention capacity, watchdog finds
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
First on CBS
JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
World
More World
A U.S. doctor survived a deadly strike in Gaza. Why he plans to go back.
Dr. Feroze Sidhwa was working at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis when an Israeli strike hit the surgical unit he was in.
Ukrainian kids learn to fly drones for a future shaped by Russia's invasion
A Ukrainian nonprofit group is teaching kids to make, service and fly simple drones, to help them be "useful in the future in their country."
Cheetah cubs survive powerful storms, mother's illness at zoo
It might take a year before it's clear the cubs will survive the crucial period after their birth, the zoo's curator said.
Was Netanyahu's fiery U.N. speech aimed at his own political survival?
Israel's embattled leader lashed out at New York's mayor in a heated U.N. address, but a veteran analyst says his real targets were Israeli voters and President Trump.
Live
Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Book excerpt: "The Steps" by Sylvester Stallone
In his memoir, the actor writes of his early struggles, leading to writing his screenplay for the Oscar-winning hit "Rocky."
Ziggy Marley on dad Bob Marley's legacy
Jamaican musician Ziggy Marley shares memories of his father, Bob Marley, and discusses his new children's book, "True to Myself."
Jane Doe who accused Jay-Z of sexual assault formally recants her claims
The anonymous woman who accused Jay-Z of sexually assaulting her said in a new court filing that she never met the rap mogul.
Sylvester Stallone on writing "Rocky"
Sylvester Stallone reflected on writing his 1976 film "Rocky" in three and a half days. He told CBS Sunday Morning's Tracy Smith he had "to give credence to some sort of divine guidance" for his creative breakthrough.
Lainey Wilson remembers Dolly Parton's legacy
Country music star Lainey Wilson spoke with "Entertainment Tonight" correspondent Cassie DiLaura about the lessons she learned from her close friendship with Dolly Parton.
Technology
More Technology
Ready or not, here come the AI gadgets, from "charms" to smart speakers
Meta, Microsoft and other major tech companies are developing a range of AI products for consumers, from wearables to speakers.
Meta launches Muse chatbot pendant
Tech giant Meta has a new wearable charm keychain connected to its AI chatbot, Muse. CBS News' Lauren Fichten reports.
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.
Trump touts "great friendship" with China's Xi
President Trump touted his "truly great friendship" with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the state visit on Thursday even as issues like AI and trade linger. Nancy Cordes has the details, while retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster also joins with his reaction.
Andreessen Horowitz introduces AI school
The Horowitz Andreessen Academy is offering students a college alternative focused on artificial intelligence. CEO Gagan Biyani joins CBS News to discuss the revolutionary idea.
Science
More Science
Science
Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
Crime
More Crime
Tasia Fortune's hanging was "staged" after her death, police say
Authorities haven't disclosed the exact cause of Fortune's death, but they did rule it a homicide and have arrested two men.
Latest in trial of "American Idol" contestant
Former "American Idol" contestant and music pastor Caleb Flynn stands accused of murdering his wife. His former mistress, Alleigha Botner, testified in the trial. CBS News' Ian Lee has more details.
Minnesota sailor returns from USS Lincoln duty to find apartment ransacked
A Minnesota native who had been serving aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln for nearly 10 months came home to an upsetting surprise.
Pittsburgh doctor killed while he slept remembered as "a true angel on Earth"
Dr. Idris Evans, the Pittsburgh doctor killed in a violent home invasion, is being remembered for his kindness and compassion.
"American Idol" alum's ex-mistress testifies
Former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn is on trial for allegedly killing his wife and staging an elaborate crime scene. Flynn's former mistress testified at the trial. Ian Lee has the latest details.
Space
More Space
NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
First on CBS
Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News Videos
Latest CBS News Videos
Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Debunking myths about bone health
Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein debunked myths about bone health during an episode of "Healthful" with Norah O'Donnell.
Aid workers risking their lives in combat zones
According to the U.N., more than 1,000 humanitarian aid workers have been killed in the last three years, while violent incidents affecting aid workers have grown by nearly 1,600% since 2000. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser reports.
Latest on nor'easter, Hurricane Nolo
Millions are bracing for severe weather this weekend with Hurricane Nolo headed toward Hawaii and a nor'easter bringing dangerous conditions up the East Coast. CBS News' Tom Hanson and Jessica Burch have more.
Xi Jinping wraps visit to Washington, D.C.
Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped his visit to Washington, D.C., on Friday, with President Trump getting blowback from outgoing GOP Sen. Thom Tillis for the red-carpet rollout Xi received. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Anna Coren have more.