The president met with 21 defense chiefs of the nations that are working with the U.S.
The president met with 21 defense chiefs of the nations that are working with the United States
The Fight Against ISIS
American officials hope allies will commit boots on the ground in Syria.
President Obama is meeting with foreign military officials at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland Tuesday to discuss the coalitions strategy in the fight against ISIS. American officials hope allies will commit boots on the ground in Syria. Bill Plante reports from Washington.
Iraqi government soldiers were forced to withdraw
Despite continual airstrikes against ISIS targets, the militant group is closing in on total control of Anbar province. Iraqi government soldiers were forced to withdraw. Holly Williams reports from Istanbul.
ISIS has beheaded three western hostages and is threatening to do the same to American aid worker Peter Kassig
ISIS has beheaded three western hostages and is threatening to do the same to American aid worker Peter Kassig. In an interview with Margaret Brennan, his parents described the shock of seeing their son in an ISIS video on TV as they dined in a hotel restaurant.
Kassig's parents speak to Margaret Brennan in their first television interview
Kassig has been held by ISIS for more than a year. In the latest ISIS execution video, the terror group threatened to kill him next. Kassig's parents speak to Margaret Brennan in their first television interview.
ISIS troops in and around Iraq's capital of Baghdad are getting through security checkpoints to carry out deadly attack
ISIS troops in and around Iraq's capital of Baghdad are getting through security checkpoints to carry out deadly attacks. Elizabeth Palmer reports from Baghdad, where local officials insist their forces will keep ISIS at bay.
Turkey agrees to let U.S. and coalition forces use bases on its territory
Maj. Mike Lyons (Ret.), CBS News Military Analyst, discusses Turkey’s agenda in the fight against Islamic State militants.
A weekend of suicide bombings in Iraq has left more than a hundred dead
A weekend of suicide bombings in Iraq has left more than a hundred dead. Iraqi forces have made some small gains against ISIS fighters, but as Elizabeth Palmer explains, they’re embattled, demoralized, and in need of American help.
Peggy Noonan, David Rohde, David Ignatius, and Susan Page discuss Leon Panetta's new memoir, the crises facing policymakers, and whether they're up to the challenge
Peggy Noonan, David Rohde, David Ignatius, and Susan Page discuss Leon Panetta's new memoir, the crises facing policymakers, and whether they're up to the challenge.
Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta discusses whether the U.S. will have to deploy combat troops to fight extremists in Iraq and Syria
Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta discusses whether the U.S. will have to deploy combat troops to fight extremists in Iraq and Syria.
ISIS controls as much as 40 percent of the Syrian town of Kobani on the border with Turkey
ISIS controls as much as 40 percent of the Syrian town of Kobani on the border with Turkey. Nearly all its residents have fled as ISIS militants advance street by street in the strategically key border town. Holly Williams reports.
The State Department has renewed its global terrorism warning for U.S. citizens traveling abroad
The State Department has renewed its global terrorism warning for U.S. citizens traveling abroad. It says there is a heightened risk of reprisal attacks by ISIS against Americans. It also warns of kidnappings. Holly Williams reports.
The town, near the border with Turkey, has been under siege for weeks
Despite U.S. airstrikes targeting ISIS positions, the battle for the Syrian town of Kobani continues. The town, near the border with Turkey, has been under siege for weeks. Holly Williams reports from Istanbul.
Turkey's role in the battle for Kobani; Militants battle Iraqi army near Baghdad
Col. Jeff McCausland (Ret.), CBS News Military Consultant, discusses the importance of the Syrian boarder town of Kobani.
The U.S. continues to hit ISIS targets from the air along the border of Turkey and Syria, and in Iraq
The U.S. continues to hit ISIS targets from the air along the border of Turkey and Syria, and in Iraq. ISIS is threatening to take the Syrian town of Kobani, and they are in control of much of Northern Iraq. CBS News has team coverage.
After weeks of laying siege to the town of Kobani, near the Syria-Turkey border, ISIS is poised to take control
After weeks of laying siege to the town of Kobani, near the Syria-Turkey border, ISIS is poised to take control. All this is happening despite U.S.-led airstrikes against ISIS forces. Holly Williams reports from Istanbul.
Ibn Zubayr, a young Somali-American who is a fighter for Jabhat al Nusra, warns Americans to expect attacks on U.S. soil
Ibn Zubayr, a young Somali-American who is a fighter for Jabhat al Nusra, warns Americans to expect attacks on U.S. soil. Jabhat al Nusra is a rebel group designated as a terrorist organization by the U.S. Clarissa Ward reports from London.
U.S. concerned about westerners leaving to fight in Syria
Jere van Dyk, CBS News Consultant, discusses westerners joining the fight in Syria.
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr talks with CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate about whether President Obama will ever renege on his opposition to putting U.S. ground troops in the Middle East to fight Islamic militants
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr talks with CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate about whether President Obama will ever renege on his opposition to putting United States ground troops in the Middle East to fight Islamic militants
Clarissa Ward traveled undercover into Syria and had an exclusive interview with two Westerners fighting to overthrow the Syrian president
Clarissa Ward traveled undercover into Syria and had an exclusive interview with two Westerners fighting to overthrow the Syrian president -- Yilmaz, a former Dutch soldier, and Somali-American Ibn Zubayr. They are not part of ISIS, but refuse to not condemn its tactics.
ISIS has begun being mentioned in campaigns across the country
In a CBS News poll, 16 percent of respondents said terrorism is the most important issue in the upcoming midterm elections, ranking behind only the economy and health care. Now ISIS has begun being mentioned in campaigns across the country. Nancy Cordes reports.
The FBI is asking the public for help in identifying Americans going to join or fighting with terrorist groups
The FBI is asking the public for help in identifying Americans going to join or fighting with terrorist groups. David Martin reports.
The strategically important town of Kobani, Syria, has been under seige by ISIS for weeks
The strategically important town of Kobani, Syria, has been under seige by ISIS for weeks, and the terrorist group is advancing in its push to take control of the town from Kurdish fighters. With ISIS on its doorstep, there's growing pressure on Turkey to join the fight. Mark Phillips reports from London.
Some are as young as 14 years old
Officials say up to 50 British women and girls are now with ISIS. Some are as young as 14 years old. Charlie D'Agata reports.
House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-California, discusses the fight against extremists with the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria
House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-California, discusses the fight against extremists with the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria.
World
Ukraine hits Russian oil assets, including "shadow fleet" tankers
Ukraine has launched a wave of strikes against Russia's oil export infrastructure, including tankers in its "shadow fleet."
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Jason Crow on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jason Crow, Democrat of Colorado, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Minneapolis Fed president and CEO Neel Kashkari on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Minneapolis Fed president and CEO Neel Kashkari that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Raphael Warnock on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Raphael Warnock, Democrat of Georgia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Overtourism: Too much of a good thing?
"Sunday Morning" looks at the impacts that increasing numbers of tourists, spurred in large part by social media, are having in some of the world's most popular and fragile destinations.
U.K. police not investigating explosion that killed 2 as terror incident
British police say they are not investigating an explosion that left two dead on Sunday as a terror incident, after officials raised the U.K.'s terrorism threat level.
2 U.S. service members missing amid training exercise in Morocco
The service members were participating in African Lion, the largest joint military exercise on the continent.
Austrian police arrest suspect in connection to rat poison in baby food jars
The Burgenland State Criminal Police Office said the suspect was being questioned, and that no further details would be immediately provided.
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Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City leaves at least 12 injured
At least 12 people were at hospitals following a shooting at party at Arcadia Lake, near Oklahoma City, police say.
Man arrested at Trump Miami golf club for disturbance, Secret Service says
The incident occurred one week after shots were fired during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., and Mr. Trump was rushed off the dais.
Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, spokesperson says
There was no immediate reason given for the 81-year-old's hospitalization.
Video shows United flight strike truck on N.J. Turnpike before landing at Newark
An investigation is underway after a United Airlines plane struck a light pole and truck on the New Jersey Turnpike as it was coming in for a landing at Newark Liberty Airport on Sunday afternoon, officials said.
Press gala shooting suspect moved off suicide watch, records show
In a motion requesting Allen's removal from suicide watch, his lawyers said that the restrictions amount to "violations of his rights under the Due Process Clause."
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Overtourism: Too much of a good thing?
"Sunday Morning" looks at the impacts that increasing numbers of tourists, spurred in large part by social media, are having in some of the world's most popular and fragile destinations.
Berkshire Hathaway has 1st annual meeting without Warren Buffett
The company's first-quarter profit more than doubled as the value of its investments grew and most of its businesses improved.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Pickleball Inc. $225 million deal creates new home for sport
The deal merged Major League Pickleball and the Carvana PPA Tour, two of the nascent sport's most active entities, under one company, Pickleball Inc.
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Ford CEO says company is focusing on making vehicles more affordable
Ford CEO Jim Farley tells CBS News, "Most of our new models are going to be more affordable versions."
Politics
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Man arrested at Trump Miami golf club for disturbance, Secret Service says
The incident occurred one week after shots were fired during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., and Mr. Trump was rushed off the dais.
Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, spokesperson says
There was no immediate reason given for the 81-year-old's hospitalization.
Rep. Jason Crow says U.S. is "not good at having off ramps" in Middle East
Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado said on Sunday that the U.S should be considering a broader question of strategy in the war with Iran.
Sen. Raphael Warnock: Supreme Court "poured fuel on this redistricting arms race"
Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia called the Supreme Court's decision last week to strike down Louisiana's congressional map and weaken the Voting Rights Act "a massive and devastating blow."
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
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5/3: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The effects of overtourism; horse therapy; a tool to help keep dementia in check; Sting on "The Last Ship"; a golf journalist takes over a failing golf course; a Mozart exhibition; and collecting PEZ dispensers.
A tool to help keep dementia in check
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia. National Public Radio correspondent Allison Aubrey talks with neurologist Dr. Jonathan Rosand about how making changes to your daily habits might just be the prescription needed.
A tool to help keep dementia in check
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
Horsepower: How horses are therapeutic
Horses can form powerful bonds with people owing to their ability to sense and feel human emotions. Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship, in Bedford Corners, N.Y., has programs that help people with disabilities, veterans with PTSD, and the incarcerated through interactions with their horses. "60 Minutes" correspondent Lesley Stahl reports.
Football practice was leaving a teen fatigued. A rare cancer was to blame.
Cameron Rider's fatigue, body aches and fever were diagnosed as pneumonia, but he couldn't seem to get better.
World
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Ukraine hits Russian oil assets, including "shadow fleet" tankers
Ukraine has launched a wave of strikes against Russia's oil export infrastructure, including tankers in its "shadow fleet."
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Jason Crow on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jason Crow, Democrat of Colorado, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Minneapolis Fed president and CEO Neel Kashkari on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Minneapolis Fed president and CEO Neel Kashkari that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Raphael Warnock on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Raphael Warnock, Democrat of Georgia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
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5/3: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The effects of overtourism; horse therapy; a tool to help keep dementia in check; Sting on "The Last Ship"; a golf journalist takes over a failing golf course; a Mozart exhibition; and collecting PEZ dispensers.
Sting embarks on "The Last Ship"
The English city of Newcastle was hometown of the rock musician Sting, who as a young man witnessed the city's shipbuilding business dry up. He's paid homage to his town's heritage by writing and starring in a musical, "The Last Ship."
Extended interview: Sting
In this web exclusive, the rock musician Sting talks with Mark Phillips about his stage musical, "The Last Ship," in which he stars, and which is being performed on a global tour. He calls the show an elegy for what Newcastle and its people represented to him growing up. He also discusses why, for him, uncertainty is a key component of art; why performing "Roxanne" today is never tiresome; and why, for him, music is a church.
Sting embarks on "The Last Ship"
For centuries the English city of Newcastle was a hard-scrabble industrial powerhouse that built ships. It was also the hometown of the rock musician Sting, who as a young man witnessed the city's shipbuilding business dry up. He's paid homage to his town's heritage by writing and starring in a musical, "The Last Ship," which he's now taking on an international tour. He talks with Mark Phillips about his long career, and why he can't stop working.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including songwriter David Allan Coe, famous for his country hit "Take This Job and Shove It."
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Almanac: May 3
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Reducing data center impact on U.S. power grid
Powerful artificial intelligence data centers are putting a significant strain on the nation's power grid, but one U.S.-based company has a proposal to help solve the issue. Jon Parella, CEO and founder of Terraflow Energy, joins to discuss.
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.
Apple's latest earnings beat expectations
Apple's latest earnings report beat Wall Street expectations. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
Elon Musk concludes testimony in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk's testimony concluded Thursday in his lawsuit against OpenAI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and host of "The Most Interesting Thing in AI" podcast, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
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Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
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Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City leaves at least 12 injured
At least 12 people were at hospitals following a shooting at party at Arcadia Lake, near Oklahoma City, police say.
Man arrested at Trump Miami golf club for disturbance, Secret Service says
The incident occurred one week after shots were fired during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., and Mr. Trump was rushed off the dais.
Press gala shooting suspect moved off suicide watch, records show
In a motion requesting Allen's removal from suicide watch, his lawyers said that the restrictions amount to "violations of his rights under the Due Process Clause."
Stalked woman shot at 14 times by ex-boyfriend during horrific 911 call
Gloria Choi and her friends called Lakewood, Washington, 911 four times in 48 hours to report her being stalked by an ex-boyfriend. Two days later, he ran her off the road and riddled her truck with bullets as she was on the line with a 911 dispatcher.
New video of correspondents' dinner suspect
New video shows the alleged White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter breaching event security after roaming the hotel hallways prior to the dinner.
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Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
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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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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5/3/2026: Disaster Tourists; Birds Of War; Perfume Capital Of The World
First, when the volunteer helping after a hurricane is a white nationalist. Then, birders flock here since guerrillas disarmed. And, Grasse: The perfume capital of the world.
5/3: CBS Weekend News
Passengers deal with Spirit shutdown fallout; Trump's poll numbers tank as Iran war continues to jack up gas prices.
Cherie DeVaux reflects on historic derby win
Trainer Cherie DeVaux says she's still coming to grips with her horse Golden Tempo's longshot win in Saturday's Kentucky Derby. Jericka Duncan reports.
Replacing Minuteman III nuclear missiles
The United States is in the process of replacing the 60-year-old Minuteman III nuclear missile with the new Sentinel missile. Ian Lee reports, with an exclusive look at one of our nation's most secure and destructive weapons.
Fuel costs eating into firefighting budgets
Aircraft used to fight wildfires are getting more expensive as fuel prices rise. Carter Evans reports.