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.
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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
Trump defends troop drawdown in northern Syria
The president continues to defend his abandonment of Kurdish allies who helped defeat ISIS
U.S. accused of abandoning Kurds to face Turkish onslaught
A CBS News analyst said the offensive will result in serious national security repercussions
Turkey launches airstrikes on Syria after U.S. withdrawal
After ordering American troops out of region, President Trump says U.S. "does not endorse" Turkey's assault on Syria and calls the operation "a bad idea"
U.S. pulling troops in Syria, leaving Kurdish allies to face Turkey
America's Kurdish allies warn U.S. withdrawal from border posts "will have a significant negative impact on our war against ISIS and will destroy any stability that has been achieved"
Republicans call U.S. withdrawal from Syria "betrayal" of allies
The White House announced U.S. forces in northeast Syria would clear the way for a Turkish incursion. This move is seen as a betrayal of Kurdish forces who have fought alongside U.S. forces for years to defeat ISIS
Inside a Syrian prison for ISIS suspects
About 5,000 men and boys accused of fighting for ISIS, including some claiming to be Americans, are crammed into a high-security prison in northeast Syria
World
North Korea tests two apparent cruise missiles
Analysts say Pyongyang's recent flurry of missile launches is likely an effort to get Washington to accelerate diplomacy over the North's nuclear weapons program and the sanctions stemming from it.
DHS says U.S. on "heightened alert" for Russian cyberattack
"Russia's threshold for conducting disruptive or destructive cyber attacks in the Homeland probably remains very high," a new Homeland Security bulletin warns.
Pentagon puts 8,500 troops on heightened alert to deploy if requested by NATO
The Defense Department has notified units to be prepared to deploy to Europe if NATO needs them.
Anxiety in Ukraine as Russia and NATO bolster forces, blame each other
A Russian lawmaker warned that Moscow would "respond appropriately" to any more U.S. troops arriving in countries near its western border.
Thierry Mugler, French fashion icon, dies at 73
He defined haute couture over several decades, dressing stars like Diana Ross and Beyoncé at galas, on red carpets and runways.
NATO kicks off large naval exercise in Mediterranean amid tensions with Russia
The exercise has been planned since 2020 and will not test scenarios related to Ukraine.
Journalist who said she feared for her life shot dead in Mexico
Lourdes Maldonado López is the second journalist killed in a week's time in Tijuana, and the third in Mexico this month.
China flies 39 warplanes into Taiwan's air defense zone in a day
Beijing considers the U.S.-backed, democratic, self-ruled island part of its territory, and has threatened to reclaim it by force if necessary.
"Mega" iceberg releases 152 billion tons of water into ocean
The iceberg was once one of the largest on record. Now it's melting, and scientists are waiting to see how it's going to impact South Georgia's marine life.
Assange cleared to challenge U.S. extradition in U.K. Supreme Court
The U.S. has been trying to extradite the WikiLeaks founder to face espionage charges – an effort he can now challenge in Britain's Supreme Court.
Stowaway in plane's nose wheel survives flight from Africa to Amsterdam
"This is definitely very unusual that someone was able to survive the cold at such a height — very, very unusual," police said.
Biden presented with options to bolster NATO with U.S. troops
The number of troops sent to the eastern flank could increase tenfold if Russia launches a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, according to a Pentagon official.
What are Putin's intentions in Ukraine?
With 100,000 Russian troops amassed along the border of Ukraine, experts discuss what Putin hopes to gain with a possible invasion.
U.S. orders families of embassy staff to leave Ukraine
State Department also allowing non-emergency personnel to leave Kyiv amid Russia's military buildup on the borders, but Ukraine and some other U.S. allies say it's "premature."
Cruise ship heads to Bahamas after U.S. issues arrest warrant
The Crystal Symphony was supposed to dock in Miami but sailed to the Bahamas after a U.S. judge granted an order to seize the vessel as part of a lawsuit over unpaid fuel.
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U.S. considering controlling exports to Russia if there is an invasion of Ukraine
The U.S. is considering depriving Russia of semiconductor technology needed to power industries.
Mayor announces internal probe into handling of the death of Lauren Smith-Fields
The mayor also announced that Bridgeport will be updating its policies on family death notifications.
Biden refers to Fox News correspondent as a "stupid son of a bitch"
Fox News' Peter Doocy asked the president whether inflation will be a political liability.
Lashawn McNeil, suspect in deadly Harlem police shooting, dies
McNeil allegedly opened fire on two NYPD officers, killing 22-year-old Jason Rivera and seriously wounding 27-year-old Wilbert Mora
DHS says U.S. on "heightened alert" for Russian cyberattack
"Russia's threshold for conducting disruptive or destructive cyber attacks in the Homeland probably remains very high," a new Homeland Security bulletin warns.
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U.S. considering controlling exports to Russia if there is an invasion of Ukraine
The U.S. is considering depriving Russia of semiconductor technology needed to power industries.
Sheldon Silver, New York power broker before downfall, dies at 77
Silver last year had asked a judge for leniency, saying he did not want to die in prison.
Biden refers to Fox News correspondent as a "stupid son of a bitch"
Fox News' Peter Doocy asked the president whether inflation will be a political liability.
DHS says U.S. on "heightened alert" for Russian cyberattack
"Russia's threshold for conducting disruptive or destructive cyber attacks in the Homeland probably remains very high," a new Homeland Security bulletin warns.
Special grand jury ordered in Georgia's Trump election probe
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis wrote in her request that her investigators had "information indicating a reasonable probability" that the election "was subject to possible criminal disruptions."
Health
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How can I get the COVID-19 pill? Access to treatments remains a challenge
Scarce supplies and the record surge in Omicron cases can make it tricky to secure the "game-changer" COVID-19 pill from Pfizer.
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern cancels wedding amid new COVID-19 restrictions
"Such is life," she said when asked about the cancellation.
How are private insurers supplying free COVID-19 tests?
Roughly half of the nation's largest private insurers require Americans to seek reimbursement for home tests.
Study: Vaccine doesn't reduce fertility, but men's COVID infection might
Researchers from Boston University analyzed data from more than 2,000 couples trying to conceive.
How to avoid buying a fake home COVID-19 test
The FDA says criminals are posing as real sellers of home virus tests. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off.
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IRS will require people to sign up with ID.me to access their online accounts
Starting this summer, an ID.me account will be required to view a tax transcript or pull up payment history on IRS.gov.
Dow down 1,000 points, S&P 500 enters "correction" territory
Stocks tumbled amid mounting concerns about rising U.S. inflation and conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
IRS warns some CTC letters may have incorrect information
The issue could create tax refund delays for parents if they rely on faulty information to complete their tax returns.
Lawsuits allege Google lied about your location tracking
For years, the search and internet giant allowed users to hide their "Location History" but tracked it anyway, suit alleges.
Labor shortage is biggest challenge for small businesses
Labor shortages, the Omicron variant and supply chain issues pose significant challenges to small businesses.
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North Korea tests two apparent cruise missiles
Analysts say Pyongyang's recent flurry of missile launches is likely an effort to get Washington to accelerate diplomacy over the North's nuclear weapons program and the sanctions stemming from it.
DHS says U.S. on "heightened alert" for Russian cyberattack
"Russia's threshold for conducting disruptive or destructive cyber attacks in the Homeland probably remains very high," a new Homeland Security bulletin warns.
Pentagon puts 8,500 troops on heightened alert to deploy if requested by NATO
The Defense Department has notified units to be prepared to deploy to Europe if NATO needs them.
Anxiety in Ukraine as Russia and NATO bolster forces, blame each other
A Russian lawmaker warned that Moscow would "respond appropriately" to any more U.S. troops arriving in countries near its western border.
Thierry Mugler, French fashion icon, dies at 73
He defined haute couture over several decades, dressing stars like Diana Ross and Beyoncé at galas, on red carpets and runways.
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Amy Schneider breaks second-place "Jeopardy!" record for consecutive wins
Schneider, the first woman to earn $1 million in winnings on the show, has now won 39 games and $1,319,800.
Thierry Mugler, French fashion icon, dies at 73
He defined haute couture over several decades, dressing stars like Diana Ross and Beyoncé at galas, on red carpets and runways.
Weber grill maker apologizes for poorly timed meatloaf recipe
The email coincided with news of the death of Marvin Lee Aday, best known as rock superstar Meat Loaf.
Chiefs take down Bills in overtime in wild divisional round game
The lead changed hands three times in the final two minutes of regulation before Harrison Butker drilled a 49-yarder for Kansas City as time expired to force overtime.
Last-second field goal sends Rams to NFC Championship game
Brady rallied the Bucs from a 27-3 deficit with help from three LA turnovers, tying the game on Leonard Fournette's 9-yard run with 42 seconds remaining.
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Lawsuits allege Google lied about your location tracking
For years, the search and internet giant allowed users to hide their "Location History" but tracked it anyway, suit alleges.
The Smithsonian looks toward the "Futures"
A new exhibit at the Smithsonian's Arts and Industries Building, in Washington, D.C., features technology, art, and interactive displays that delve into the many forms that the future may take. Correspondent David Pogue pays a visit.
The future of space commerce
In the early days, space exploration was purely a project of the government. But a push toward privatization is well underway. Barry Petersen takes a look at some of the groundwork being done here on Earth to turn space into a center of commercial activity.
Biden addresses U.S. supply chain issues
President Biden announced a new semiconductor facility will be built in Ohio to help alleviate supply chain issues. Plus, the Biden administration is preparing for a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine. Reuters White House correspondent Jeff Mason joins CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the latest news.
Mom sues Meta and Snap after daughter's suicide
Tammy Rodriguez alleges her daughter's suicide stemmed from an "extreme addiction" to the social media apps.
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Webb space telescope reaches orbit nearly a million miles away
With Webb on station, engineers will focus on aligning the telescope's optical system.
"Mega" iceberg releases 152 billion tons of water into ocean
The iceberg was once one of the largest on record. Now it's melting, and scientists are waiting to see how it's going to impact South Georgia's marine life.
Omicron surge adds complications to U.S. economy
The spread of the Omicron variant is causing an additional complication to the U.S. economy, which is already struggling with high inflation and a supply chain crisis. And data shows nearly 9 million Americans were out of work in January because they were caring for someone with COVID-19 or being ill with the virus themselves. Joshua Hausman, associate professor of public policy and economics at the University Of Michigan and research associate at the National Bureau Of Economic Research, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more.
Al Gore is optimistic about future of our planet
U.S. greenhouse gas emissions fell during the height of the pandemic lockdown, but came roaring back in 2021. Former Vice President Al Gore has been a constant voice warning about climate change. He sits down with CBS News to discuss his current views on climate change.
The future of space commerce
In the early days, space exploration was purely a project of the government. But a push toward privatization is well underway. Barry Petersen takes a look at some of the groundwork being done here on Earth to turn space into a center of commercial activity.
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Lashawn McNeil, suspect in deadly Harlem police shooting, dies
McNeil allegedly opened fire on two NYPD officers, killing 22-year-old Jason Rivera and seriously wounding 27-year-old Wilbert Mora
Ryan Ferguson on life's challenges and "The Amazing Race"
Ryan Ferguson, once wrongfully convicted of murder and freed after spending 10 years in prison, spoke with "48 Hours'" Erin Moriarty, who has covered his story from the beginning.
Journalist who said she feared for her life shot dead in Mexico
Lourdes Maldonado López is the second journalist killed in a week's time in Tijuana, and the third in Mexico this month.
Man arrested after alleged racist tirade over smoothie
Police report that he said he was upset because his son had a severe allergic reaction to the drink. Merrill Lynch fired him. His lawyer denies he's racist.
"Horrific": Six found dead in Milwaukee home
Police suspect all were homicide victims. One city official called it is "ridiculous." adding, "I'm sorry -- I don't know a better word to say."
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Webb space telescope reaches orbit nearly a million miles away
With Webb on station, engineers will focus on aligning the telescope's optical system.
Webb space telescope nearing destination a million miles away
If all goes well, Webb will be 100 times more powerful than Hubble — so sensitive to infrared light that it could detect the faint heat of a bumble bee as far away as the moon.
Atlas 5 launches two Space Force satellites
The two satellites will monitor other spacecraft in the high altitudes favored by communications stations and spycraft.
SpaceX continues rapid-fire launch cadence
It was SpaceX's third orbital launch in just 12 days.
"Potentially hazardous" asteroid to have close encounter with Earth
January 18 will be the closest the asteroid has come to Earth since 1933.
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Thousands of the world's best athletes are getting ready for the Beijing Winter Olympics. These top Americans should be on your list to watch.
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Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
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1/24: Red and Blue
White House affirms relationship with NATO; New documentary tells Rep. Barbara Lee's story
Webb space telescope reaches its destination
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope slipped into orbit around a point in space nearly a million miles from Earth on Monday. It's on a mission to capture light from the first stars and galaxies to form in the aftermath of the Big Bang. CBS News' Lana Zak has details.
Eye on America: Inspiring youth, threat to tribal land
An alternative music program in California is motivating high school students to open up about anxiety, anger and depression. Meanwhile, rising ocean water in Washington state is consuming a Native American tribe's land. Watch these stores and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Wildfire burning in Northern California
A dangerous wildfire is burning in Northern California. The Colorado Fire near Big Sur has so far burned 700 acres as some residents have been forced to evacuate. Danya Bacchus reports. Then, Stuart Palley, an environmental photographer and photojournalist, joined CBS News' Jericka Duncan to discuss.
Sheldon Silver dies at 77
Sheldon Silver, the former New York Assembly Speaker who was one of the most powerful people in the state before being convicted of corrupiton, has died in federal custody. He was 77. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.