As cease-fire ends, ISIS advances on Palmyra in Syria
City full of ancient relics ravaged by extremists now threatened with a second takeover, as lightly-regarded truce in Aleppo stops
The Fight Against ISIS
Reporter's notebook: Alongside Iraqi forces fighting ISIS
Charlie D'Agata travels to the front lines outside ISIS-held Fallujah, which has barely budged an inch in the last year
Amid political deadlock, ISIS slaughters Shiites in Baghdad
Dozens killed as extremist group again targets Shiite Muslims in attack likely to fuel Iraq's sectarian political unrest
Inside the battle to take back Fallujah from ISIS
ISIS took over much of Anbar province, including Fallujah, two years ago -- Iraqi forces have been fighting to re-take it ever since
The Pentagon says a U.S. air strike killed an ISIS military chief in Iraq's Anbar province, west of Baghdad
The Pentagon says a U.S. air strike killed an ISIS military chief in Iraq's Anbar province, west of Baghdad. ISIS took much of Anbar two years ago, including Fallujah. Iraqi forces have been fighting to re-take it ever since. They gave Charlie D'agata a rare look at the front line.
Why did ISIS attack the Yezidi people?
The Yezidis of northern Iraq have their own ancient culture and religion -- and that made them a target for ISIS, 60 Minutes reports
"There is a kind of science of terrorism, war, and genocide," says Fr. Desbois, describing what he has learned researching Hitler's killing squads in Europe and now ISIS's massacre of Yezidis in Iraq
"There is a kind of science of terrorism, war, and genocide," says Fr. Desbois, describing what he has learned researching Hitler's killing squads in Europe and now ISIS's massacre of Yezidis in Iraq. Lara Logan reports
Why anger in Iraq's capital matters to America
Threat of new anti-government protests in Baghdad's most secure area has everyone -- including American officials -- on edge
Why were Navy SEALs on front line in ISIS fight?
Combat death of Petty Officer 1st Class Charles Keating IV in Iraq shows how quickly the ground war against the extremist group can change
Syria's "monument men" save thousands of historical artifacts
As ISIS rolled into town, a team of dedicated archaeologists managed to evacuate museum artifacts to safety
Syria's very own "Monument Men" managed to save a trove of treasures from ISIS' destruction
Syria's very own "Monument Men" have a mission to protect their country's heritage from all sides in the civil war. Much of the historic city of Palmyra is now in ruins, but they managed to save a trove of treasures from ISIS' destruction. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
"All they leave is rubble:" Shocking images of post-ISIS Ramadi
Entire city blocks, thousands of homes, restaurants and infrastructure reduce to rubble, and the "scorched earth" policy is changing U.S. tactics
Army captain sues Obama over fight against ISIS
Capt. Nathan Michael Smith files suit in federal court as president deploys more special operations forces to Mideast
Video appears to show battle that left Navy SEAL dead
Images captured by Kurdish peshmerga force seem to show elite American troops in much more than an advisory role
The Pentagon says the Navy SEAL who was killed in Iraq this week was part of a quick reaction force assigned to protect American military advisers
The Pentagon says the Navy SEAL who was killed in Iraq this week was part of a quick reaction force assigned to protect American military advisers. Flags in Arizona flew at half staff Wednesday in memory of Charles Keating IV. David Martin has more on his life.
U.S. service member killed fighting ISIS in Iraq
Defense Secretary Ash Carter says the American was killed near the northern city of Erbil
U.S. Navy SEAL killed in Iraq battle vs. ISIS
Militants go on offensive north of their Iraqi stronghold, drawing American forces into deadly combat in support of Kurdish Peshmerga
ISIS claims responsibility for deadly bombing in Iraq
Attack targets civilians shopping in open-air market ahead of pilgrimage on foot to shrine
Iraqis deliver string of blows to ISIS, but ...
U.S. officials say ISIS has lost around 40 percent of the territory it once controlled in Iraq and the stream of fighters has slowed -- but the numbers don't tell the whole story
Iraq says it's now fully recaptured the city of Hit, which sits in a key strategic position on an ISIS supply line between Iraq and Syria
Iraq says it's now fully recaptured the city of Hit, which sits in a key strategic position on an ISIS supply line between Iraq and Syria. In all, ISIS has lost around 40 percent of the territory it once controlled in Iraq, according to U.S. officials. Holly Williams reports.
"CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose is in Germany with President Obama
"CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose is in Germany with President Obama, where he asked him about the decision to put troops on the ground in Syria, and the impact of the migrant crisis on European politics.
President Obama has announced that he will send an additional 250 U.S. troops to Syria to aid in the fight against ISIS
President Obama has announced that he will send an additional 250 U.S. troops to Syria to aid in the fight against ISIS. He says they will play an advisory role there. CBS This Morning co-host Charlie Rose shares a preview of a sit-down interview he had with the president, and joins CBSN along with CBS News national security correspondent David Martin with more details.
he White House insists these U.S. forces will not be in combat, but admits they will be in harm's way
President Obama confirmed Monday that he will send another 250 American troops to Syria. They'll work with opposition forces as they try to defeat ISIS. The White House insists these U.S. forces will not be in combat, but admits they will be in harm's way. Margaret Brennan reports.
Why is President Obama sending more troops to Syria?
White House insists that the U.S. forces will not be in combat, but admits that they will be in harm's way
Obama approves 250 additional U.S. troops in Syria
The Pentagon has already admitted there are 50 special forces inside Syria fighting ISIS
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Iran leans into anti-Western bluster as it grapples with deadly protests
Iran says it has hanged a man who spied for Israel and is ready for a new military confrontation as it struggles to tamp down domestic unrest.
U.S. military seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize the oil tankers Marinera and Sophia, officials announced.
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
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U.S. seizes tankers as Trump's Venezuela strategy draws scrutiny from Congress
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize two Venezuela-linked tankers as Trump administration officials prepared to brief all senators on Venezuela.
Machado: Maduro capture will go down in history as day "justice defeated tyranny"
The Venezuelan opposition leader called the capture a "flawless operation."
Machado says Maduro's No. 2 was "one of the main architects" of his oppressive regime
María Corina Machado said Nicolás Maduro's former vice president Delcy Rodríguez was "one of the main architects" of his oppressive regime in Venezuela.
6 countries where the "Don-roe Doctrine" may take Trump next
After the U.S. deposed Maduro, Trump and top officials did not rule out efforts at overthrow or annexation in other countries. Here's what they've said.
Why does Trump want Greenland to be part of the U.S.?
Greenland is 836,000 square miles of largely frozen ground northeast of Canada. So why does the White House say it "should be part of the United States"?
Dozens said to have been killed in Iran protests despite Trump's warning
At least 36 people have reportedly been killed in Iran amid anti-government protests across the nation, putting its rulers under pressure as Trump threatens to intervene.
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Steve Jobs' childhood belongings, early Apple products up for auction
A collection of Steve Jobs' earliest Apple products and personal memorabilia are up for auction to mark the tech company's 50th anniversary.
Watch Live: RFK Jr. makes "MAHA" announcement at the White House
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins are joining a White House briefing Wednesday.
Judge orders Lindsey Halligan to explain why she keeps using U.S. attorney title
A federal judge in November found that Lindsey Halligan had been invalidly appointed interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of New York.
Nick Reiner to be arraigned in the murders of his parents
Rob and Michele Singer Reiner were found dead in their Los Angeles home in December. Their son Nick Reiner is facing murder charges.
The CDC just sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here's what they prevent.
Six routine vaccines that have safeguarded millions from serious diseases are no longer being recommended for all children by the CDC.
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Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount Skydance's latest hostile bid
Warner Bros. Discovery's board again urged shareholders to reject Paramount Skydance's offer, calling it inferior to Netflix's bid
Pilot who landed jet after panel blew out says Boeing unfairly blamed him
Captain Brandon Fisher was commended for helping ensure none of the 177 people aboard flight 1282 were killed when the blowout happened in January 2024.
Fliers left stranded after Venezuela strikes. Can travel insurance help?
Travel insurance won't help most people whose flights were disrupted by the turmoil in Venezuela. Here's what such policies do cover.
New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
How to file a refund claim in Amazon's $2.5 billion FTC settlement
Eligible Amazon customers can now request a refund from a settlement over allegations of deceptive Prime enrollment practices.
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Watch Live: RFK Jr. makes "MAHA" announcement at the White House
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins are joining a White House briefing Wednesday.
Judge orders Lindsey Halligan to explain why she keeps using U.S. attorney title
A federal judge in November found that Lindsey Halligan had been invalidly appointed interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of New York.
U.S. military seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize the oil tankers Marinera and Sophia, officials announced.
Watch Live: House Oversight Committee holds hearing on Minnesota fraud
The House Oversight Committee is holding a hearing on a series of multimillion-dollar pandemic fraud schemes in Minnesota, with testimony from state lawmakers.
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U.S. seizes tankers as Trump's Venezuela strategy draws scrutiny from Congress
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize two Venezuela-linked tankers as Trump administration officials prepared to brief all senators on Venezuela.
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Concerns with drinking water on some airlines
A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.
The CDC just sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here's what they prevent.
Six routine vaccines that have safeguarded millions from serious diseases are no longer being recommended for all children by the CDC.
Flu cases surge across U.S.
There have been at least 11 million cases of the flu so far this season. As cases climb, doctor visits for the flu have hit their highest level in almost three decades, the CDC says. Skyler Henry reports.
New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
CDC issues new childhood vaccine guidelines
The Trump administration is reducing the number of vaccines it recommends for children in the U.S. Under the new guidelines, the CDC recommends all children be vaccinated against 11 diseases, which is down from 17 immunizations. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know.
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Iran leans into anti-Western bluster as it grapples with deadly protests
Iran says it has hanged a man who spied for Israel and is ready for a new military confrontation as it struggles to tamp down domestic unrest.
U.S. military seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize the oil tankers Marinera and Sophia, officials announced.
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
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U.S. seizes tankers as Trump's Venezuela strategy draws scrutiny from Congress
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize two Venezuela-linked tankers as Trump administration officials prepared to brief all senators on Venezuela.
Machado: Maduro capture will go down in history as day "justice defeated tyranny"
The Venezuelan opposition leader called the capture a "flawless operation."
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Sophie Turner talks new thriller "Steal"
"Game of Thrones" star Sophie Turner is starring in a new thriller series called "Steal." She plays Zara, who works at a London pension fund investment company when thieves force her to help them steal billions of dollars. She talks to CBS Mornings about the series, how she prepared for the role and rising to fame in "Game of Thrones."
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
Nikki Glaser returning to host Golden Globes with "different approach"
Nikki Glaser is hosting the Golden Globes for a second time and told CBS Mornings about the challenges of picking the perfect jokes.
From the archives: Pioneering dancer Carmen de Lavallade
Dancer, choreographer, actress and teacher Carmen de Lavallade, one of the pioneers of American modern dance, and the first prima ballerina of Creole descent to perform at New York's Metropolitan Opera, died on Dec. 29, 2025 at age 94. In this Dec. 3, 2017 "Sunday Morning" report, de Lavallade talked with Rita Braver about her artistic journey (including her collaborations with Alvin Ailey and future husband Geoffrey Holder), and her decision to boycott a 2017 Kennedy Center Honorees reception following President Trump's remarks about White nationalists who marched in Charlottesville, Va.
Nikki Glaser on hosting Golden Globes
Comedian Nikki Glaser was the first woman to host the Golden Globes solo last year. She's returning to host the awards show again on Sunday. Glaser speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her preparation for the show.
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AI renewing some Utah prescriptions: Politico
In Utah, artificial intelligence can now renew some prescriptions. A Politico exclusive says the pilot program will "test how far patients and regulators are willing to trust AI in medicine." Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her reporting.
Laundry-folding robot debuts at CES 2026
Technology leaders are gathering in Las Vegas for CES, one of the industry's biggest conferences of the year. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins CBS News with a firsthand look at the new gadgets on display.
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.
Nvidia announces "Vera Rubin" AI platform
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced the new "Vera Rubin" AI platform at CES on Monday. CNET reporter David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
Nvidia unveils new "revolutionary" AI tech
Artificial intelligence technology giant Nvidia announced a new endeavor that it says will be revolutionary. Emily Bary, MarketWatch's assistant managing editor, joins CBS News with more.
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The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
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Mental health could impact Nick Reiner's case
Nick Reiner, the son of Rob and Michele Reiner, is set to be arraigned Wednesday in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. It comes as details emerge about his time in custody and how his mental health history could play a role in his case. Matt Gutman reports.
Trial for ex-Uvalde school officer begins
The trial has begun for the first officer tried in the deadly school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Adrian Gonzales pleaded not guilty to charges of abandoning or endangering a child. Prosecutors claim he failed to engage the gunman as 77 minutes went by before law enforcement confronted the shooter.
Nick Reiner to be arraigned in the murders of his parents
Rob and Michele Singer Reiner were found dead in their Los Angeles home in December. Their son Nick Reiner is facing murder charges.
White House tries to rewrite Jan. 6 history
The White House launched a website five years after the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riots that appears to rewrite the facts of what occurred in Washington, D.C. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
Judge letting high school gunman be resentenced, potentially freeing him
A judge granted a request for resentencing by Charles Williams, the gunman in a deadly 2001 shooting at a San Diego high school, potentially allowing him to be freed after 23 years in prison.
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Astronomers discover never-before-seen celestial object: "Cloud 9"
The hydrogen cloud is a remnant of the universe's early formation, NASA said in a news release.
NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
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Anti-government protests in Iran turn deadly
Iranians continue to protest the current government amid economic fears. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer reports as the manifestations enter a second week.
Officials on multiple oil tanker seizures
The U.S. military carried out operations to seize two oil tankers linked to Venezuela on Wednesday, one in the North Atlantic and one in the Caribbean, officials said. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata, Weijia Jiang and Ramy Inocencio have the latest.
Warner Bros. Discovery rejects takeover bid
Warner Bros. Discovery has rejected the latest hostile takeover bid from Paramount Skydance, the parent company of CBS News. Sabrina Escobar, a reporter for Barron's, joins with more.
Sen. Rand Paul on Venezuela operation
Sen. Rand Paul, a Kentucky Republican, spoke to CBS Mornings about Congress' role following the U.S. operation in Venezuela. He also addressed the Trump administration's comments on Greenland. When asked about the U.S. possibly using military force, he said, "it won't happen under my watch. I will do everything to stop any kind of military takeover of Greenland."
Exploring the world of silent retreats
On the final installment of "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling," CBS Mornings heads to Northern California, where people seeking a break from the loud world go to be in silence for eight days.