ISIS push for Iraq's dams draws American airstrikes
Haditha Dam becomes latest target for U.S. airstrikes against extremists, who seek to control Iraq's electricity and use flooding as a weapon
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Obama to meet congressional leaders amid concern about ISIS
The meeting, schedule for Tuesday, comes days after the president rallied European nations to fight the jihadists rampaging across Iraq and Syria
Obama: ISIS must be dismantled, not just contained
Following NATO summit, president says the international community must "degrade and ultimately destroy" the Islamic extremist groups
ISIS too extreme for the extremists?
A European jihadist tells Clarissa Ward why he and many other seasoned fighters are leaving the battlefields of Syria
As Turkey turned blind eye, ISIS took advantage
For three years, the Turkish government has allowed fighters to stream into Syria, though it says it has never helped ISIS
ISIS-affiliated militants kidnap dozens in Iraq
Mass abduction comes on day of deadly car bombings in Baghdad
Obama, Cameron vow not to be "cowed" by ISIS
As NATO summit kicks off in Wales, leaders suggest alliance should have role in countering terror group -- but what role?
Family says Steven Sotloff was "no war junkie"
They say 31-year-old journalist tried to give voice to weak and suffering; family spokesman, speaking in Arabic, says he was "martyred"
Tech insiders: Sotloff video halted from spreading
Grisly video showing beheading of 2nd American journalist stopped from going as far as video of James Foley's execution
Biden: We'll follow ISIS to "gates of hell"
The vice president promises justice for executed American journalists as GOP campaign operatives slam Obama's foreign policy
U.S.: Video showing Sotloff beheading is authentic
Steven Sotloff's execution is second in as many weeks of an American journalist by the Islamic terror group
Steven Sotloff remembered as conscientious reporter
The 31-year-old was a news reporter for much of his adult life, shedding light on some of the world's darkest places
Video purports to show beheading of U.S. journalist Steven Sotloff
Apparent execution of Steven Sotloff by ISIS comes after Sotloff's mother issued a direct plea to the extremist group's leader to spare her son's life
Ukraine, ISIS loom large as Obama starts Europe trip
President will reassure Baltic leaders nervous about Ukraine crisis and seek to shore up allied support for fight against ISIS
More U.S. military personnel being sent to Iraq
In bid to address growing threat from ISIS, president is ordering additional troops to Baghdad to protect U.S. facilities and personnel
Russia and ISIS take center stage on Obama's Europe trip
While the NATO summit in Wales is expected to focus on the situation in Ukraine, ISIS will also be a major topic of discussion
As Obama considers ISIS strategy, militant group continues propaganda push
Islamic extremists release latest edition of slickly produced online magazine as Western nations ponder best approach to combat them
U.S. helicopter goes down in Gulf of Aden
17 Marines and 8 sailors aboard the helicopter when it crashed during landing attempt; not caused by hostile activity, Navy says
Satire emerges as weapon against ISIS brutality
From "Looney Tunes"-style cartoons to even jokes about mass executions, Arab public expresses their dislike for militant extremists with humor
Obama's delay on ISIS strategy leads to strange bedfellows
There's a new twist in the debate over how the U.S. should respond to ISIS: the traditional party lines are starting to disintegrate
Is it too risky to bomb ISIS inside Syria right now?
Democrats, Republicans divided over whether the U.S. should start attacking extremists in Syria and Iraq without help from allies
Iraqi army breaks ISIS siege of Shiite Turkmen town of Amirli
Fears of a humanitarian disaster in besieged town of 15,000 lifted for now; U.S. airstrikes and humanitarian aid part of mission
U.S. airstrikes and aid for Iraqi city under siege
Thousands of Shiite Turkmen in Amirli have been cut off from food and water for nearly two months by ISIS fighters
Amid ISIS violence, Saudi king warns of threat to U.S.
King's statement appears aimed at drawing Washington, NATO forces into wider fight against terror group
"We are coming for you": Extremists returning home at heart of Syria fears
Counterterrorism officials fear attacks from Europeans and Americans who have gone to fight for extremist armies in Syria and now Iraq
World
"We are the best," Chinese EV maker says ahead of push into North America
A trade deal with Canada is about to give Chinese EV makers already grabbing major market share elsewhere a foothold just over the Detroit River.
USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after more than 9 months at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has docked in eastern Thailand after its grueling deployment in the Middle East.
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Iran attacks Gulf states, accuses U.S. of bombing a wedding party
Iran attacked Jordan, Kuwait and the UAE, claiming retaliation for the latest U.S. strikes as the war in the Middle East ramps back up.
Spain's leader says Russia and Israel fueled immigration "disinformation"
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says "networks linked both to Russia and to Israel" helped spread rumors about immigration "to attack Europe and divide it."
U.K. man accused of drugging, abusing wife with other men goes on trial
The case has drawn parallels to that of Gisèle Pelicot, who publicly testified against her ex-husband in a 2024 mass rape trial.
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American among thousands missing in Nepal contacted, officials say
Nepali officials tell CBS News they have contacted a U.S. national among the more than 4,000 people still missing in the wake of the deadly flash floods.
U.S.-Venezuela oil deal will rely on North American Blue Energy Partners
The Trump administration's plan to take a stake in tens of billions of barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves will hinge on a private company called North American Blue Energy Partners, the White House announced Monday.
Lionel Messi says he is retiring from the Argentina national soccer team
Lionel Messi played in six World Cups and led Argentina to win the tournament in 2022 in Qatar.
Spectator calls low stadium flyover a top life moment: "Amazing"
An extremely low flyover above a rugby stadium in South Africa has left many people asking: How low is too low?
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Trump $1 coins go on sale today, priced at $1.55 to more than $2 each
The U.S. Mint said the President Donald J. Trump $1 coin can be bought in packages of 25 for $61 or 100 coins for $154.50.
Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge in Florida DUI case
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Chevron plans $7 billion Venezuela investment to double oil production
Chevron, the only U.S. oil company operating in Venezuela, said it has received additional land in the Orinoco Belt region and plans to double its oil production.
What's true and false about infertility? We asked a fertility specialist.
Dr. Temeka Zore, a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, joined "Healthful" for a deep dive on all things fertility, from endometriosis to PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) to egg freezing.
Defense attorney believes jury had "preconceived notions" in Tupac trial
Duane "Keffe D" Davis was convicted of first-degree murder nearly 30 years after the drive-by shooting that killed Tupac Shakur.
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"We are the best," Chinese EV maker says ahead of push into North America
A trade deal with Canada is about to give Chinese EV makers already grabbing major market share elsewhere a foothold just over the Detroit River.
Trump $1 coins go on sale today, priced at $1.55 to more than $2 each
The U.S. Mint said the President Donald J. Trump $1 coin can be bought in packages of 25 for $61 or 100 coins for $154.50.
Chevron plans $7 billion Venezuela investment to double oil production
Chevron, the only U.S. oil company operating in Venezuela, said it has received additional land in the Orinoco Belt region and plans to double its oil production.
Trump says Venezuelan oil could replenish depleted U.S. stockpiles. Will it?
President Trump framed last week's deal for the U.S. government to take a stake in Venezuelan oil as a boon for the depleted Strategic Petroleum Reserve. But the plan faces some hurdles, experts say.
Rising bond yields threaten to push up U.S. borrowing costs
The U.S. bond market influences how much American consumers pay for loans and the interest they can earn on their savings accounts.
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USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after more than 9 months at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has docked in eastern Thailand after its grueling deployment in the Middle East.
Alaska's ranked-choice voting puts unlikely longshot candidates on ballot
Alaska's House and Senate contests are set for November's general election, after the results in the state's nonpartisan top-four primary put fringe candidates on the ballot.
Here are the military officials who've been fired or resigned under Hegseth
At least 20 generals, admirals and civilian defense leaders have been fired or have departed their jobs since Pete Hegseth became defense secretary at the beginning of the second Trump administration.
House censures Rep. Chuck Edwards over "inappropriate conduct" toward aides
The House Ethics Committee detailed the North Carolina Republican's "unprofessional and inappropriate conduct" toward two young women who worked for him.
House votes to condemn socialism, with 8 Democrats joining Republicans
GOP leaders scheduled the vote after Democratic primary voters embraced a number of democratic socialist candidates.
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What's true and false about infertility? We asked a fertility specialist.
Dr. Temeka Zore, a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, joined "Healthful" for a deep dive on all things fertility, from endometriosis to PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) to egg freezing.
The market forces quietly adding thousands to patient bills
The true cost of "vertical integration": Patients directed to a higher-priced location for procedures. Or forced to buy from their insurer's wholly owned pharmacy, which may not stock the drug prescribed or provide it at the lowest price.
Trump inks deal with 9 pharmaceutical companies to lower drug costs
The White House said the agreements will reduce costs to treat Parkinson's disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, liver disease and other illnesses.
Man with sinus infection symptoms diagnosed with heart condition
Marc Gaudisosi thought his symptoms were caused by a sinus infection. Then an urgent care told him to go to the hospital.
Juul can sell updated e-cigarette with age-verification system, FDA says
Juul plans to market the new device under the brand name Juul2, along with updated versions of its tobacco- and menthol-flavored cartridges.
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"We are the best," Chinese EV maker says ahead of push into North America
A trade deal with Canada is about to give Chinese EV makers already grabbing major market share elsewhere a foothold just over the Detroit River.
USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after more than 9 months at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has docked in eastern Thailand after its grueling deployment in the Middle East.
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Iran attacks Gulf states, accuses U.S. of bombing a wedding party
Iran attacked Jordan, Kuwait and the UAE, claiming retaliation for the latest U.S. strikes as the war in the Middle East ramps back up.
Spain's leader says Russia and Israel fueled immigration "disinformation"
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says "networks linked both to Russia and to Israel" helped spread rumors about immigration "to attack Europe and divide it."
U.K. man accused of drugging, abusing wife with other men goes on trial
The case has drawn parallels to that of Gisèle Pelicot, who publicly testified against her ex-husband in a 2024 mass rape trial.
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Adria Arjona talks career, "Onslaught" role
Adria Arjona sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new movie, "Onslaught," and working with Michael B. Jordan on "The Thomas Crown Affair."
Artists sue AI-generated music company
Jason Isbell, Guy Forsyth and other musicians filed a class action lawsuit against Suno, claiming the AI platform used their music to train its model without permission. Jo Ling Kent has more.
Danielle Brooks on "If I Go Will They Miss Me"
Danielle Brooks sits down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new movie, "If I Go Will They Miss Me," and how being a mother and wife helped her in portraying the role.
Lionel Richie hospitalized after weekend show
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
John Galliano's Met Gala exhibit canceled
John Galliano's exhibit for the 2027 Met Gala has been canceled after weeks of backlash over his past antisemitic and racist comments. CBS News fashion contributor Lauren Sherman reports.
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Chinese EV maker to expand to North America
China's electric vehicle makers are hoping to gain a foothold in North America soon. Anna Coren gets an exclusive look inside one of the factories where the revolutionary cars are made.
Construction leader in favor of data centers
Half of Americans oppose data center construction in their area, according to CBS News polling from June. Marc Poulos, a labor leader in the construction industry, explains why he supports data center construction.
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.
What to expect from John Ternus as Apple CEO
John Ternus officially took over for Tim Cook as Apple CEO on Tuesday, becoming the tech giant's first new leader in 15 years. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports and CBS News contributor Patrick McGee breaks down what to expect.
John Ternus is Apple's new CEO
John Ternus is stepping up and into the shoes of former Apple CEO Tim Cook. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports, plus Puck AI correspondent Ian Krietzberg shares his thoughts on the Apple turnover and the Hugging Face AI breach.
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Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Penn State drug ring suspects in court
The accused ringleaders of a cocaine dealing operation involving some Penn State fraternities are in court today. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.
Woman arrested outside Clancy court
Police arrested a woman for allegedly filming jurors in Lindsay Clancy's trial outside of court. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul and legal contributor Caroline Polisi have the latest.
Officer charged in college student's killing
A college student who accidentally knocked on the wrong door allegedly ended up being shot dead by a responding police officer. Tom Hanson reports.
Charlie Kirk's accused killer to stand trial
A judge ruled Tuesday that Tyler Robinson will stand trial in Charlie Kirk's murder, meaning he could face the death penalty. Robinson is accused of fatally shooting Kirk in front of a crowd last September at Utah Valley University. Carter Evans reports.
Cop charged in fatal "wrong house" shooting
A Pennsylvania police officer faces charges for shooting and killing a college student who apparently knocked on the door of the wrong house. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more.
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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.
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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.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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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.
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U.S. Open courts foodies
The U.S. Open is bringing good eating to the tennis tournament. Adam Chandler, food trends columnist at the Wall Street Journal, weighs in on the U.S. Open's fan experience strategy.
Penn State drug ring suspects in court
The accused ringleaders of a cocaine dealing operation involving some Penn State fraternities are in court today. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.
Update from puppies Gayle, Nate and Tony
"CBS Mornings" co-hosts Gayle King and Nate Burleson get a special visit from Gayle, Nate and Tony, the guide dogs in training named after them and Tony Dokoupil, and get an update on their progress from their puppy raisers.
Markey sweeps MA primary
Progressive incumbent Ed Markey pulled ahead of a younger moderate to sweep the Democratic primary in Massachusetts. CBS News' Fin Gómez analyzes Markey's success.
Food inflation could rise quickly
Axios reporter Erica Pandey predicts that global food inflation will jump soon. Pandey joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to explain the data and her rationale.