Israel keeps pounding Gaza to stop rocket fire: "Whatever it takes"
Fighter jets hammered the Palestinian enclave again as Israelis near the Gaza border rushed to bomb shelters to dodge a fresh salvo of Hamas rockets.
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U.S. ambassador to U.N. calls for de-escalation in Middle East
The U.S. has been engaged in intense diplomacy with Israel and with Palestinian leadership as well as Egyptian and Qatari officials, Thomas-Greenfield said.
Israeli airstrikes kill 42 and topple buildings in Gaza City
Sunday was the deadliest single attack since heavy fighting broke out between Israel and Hamas nearly a week ago.
Why is violence flaring up in Israel and Gaza?
There has not been such a severe escalation of violence in the region since the Israel-Gaza war in 2014. Here's a look at why it's happening.
Netanyahu says Israel will do "whatever it takes to restore order"
"I think any country has to defend itself. It has a natural right of self-defense," Netanyahu told "Face the Nation."
Thousands flee Israeli fire as death toll mounts: "It was a massacre"
In Gaza, at least 122 people have been killed, including 31 children, with 900 wounded, according to the Health Ministry.
Israel attacks Gaza Strip as violence intensifies
In recent days there's been carnage in the streets of Israel's mixed Jewish and Arab cities as neighbor-versus-neighbor violence spreads.
Fear of war grips Mideast as religious violence spreads in Israel
As tit-for-tat bombing by Israel's military and Palestinian militants in Gaza takes a mounting toll, violence is also flaring up in Israeli cities in a way that's new, and worrying.
Israel vows to increase strikes until there's "total" quiet from Gaza
Israel is pounding Gaza with airstrikes as Palestinian militants send a barrage of rockets the other way. 48 Palestinians and 6 Israelis have reportedly been killed.
Israel to ramp up deadly assault on Gaza as rockets rain down
The conflict in the heart of the Middle East is flaring up yet again, with almost 30 Palestinian deaths in the Gaza Strip and at least two in southern Israel.
A Palestinian leader says it will no longer abide by peace agreements negotiated with Israel
A Palestinian leader says it will no longer abide by peace agreements negotiated with Israel. Former State Department spokesperson P.J. Crowley spoke to CBSN about the announcement.
As President Obama reassess the state of U.S. Israeli relations, House Speaker John Boehner is doubling down on his close relationship with re-elected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
As President Obama reassess the state of U.S. Israeli relations, House Speaker John Boehner is doubling down on his close relationship with re-elected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Before the Israeli election, Boehner outraged the White House by inviting Netanyahu to speak to Congress without informing the President but now he's planning a visit to Israel. Juan Zarate reports.
Hamas says last summer's war in Gaza has sent many new young recruits their way
Hamas says last summer's war in Gaza has sent many new young recruits their way. The teenaged members believe they'll be ready to fight should war break out again, despite little training. Barry Petersen reports.
The White House is unmoved by the prime minister's backtracking
The rift between the Obama administration and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears to be hardening. Netanyahu tried to walk back on his campaign vow to oppose a Palestinian state, but in a congratulatory call, President Obama made his skepticism clear. Major Garrett reports from the White House, which is unmoved by the prime minister's backtracking.
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Jeff Pegues and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate discuss Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's election and what it means for U.S. policy in the Middle East
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Jeff Pegues and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate discuss Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's election and what it means for U.S. policy in the Middle East.
"CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose sat down with President Obama's national security adviser, Susan Rice
Tensions are high between the U.S. and Israel ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington. "CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose sat down with President Obama's national security adviser, Susan Rice. He joins CBSN with why Rice says Netanyahu's visit is destructive.
In Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's new campaign ad, he compares his hotly anticipated speech to the U.S. Congress to speeches delivered by Israel's first Prime Minister, Ben Gurion
In Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's new campaign ad, he compares his hotly anticipated speech to the U.S. Congress to speeches delivered by Israel's first Prime Minister, Ben Gurion. Netanyahu stresses that if Israel were to listen to the U.S., Israel would not exist. CBS Radio correspondent Dan Raviv speaks To CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Anne Marie Green about why things have gotten so bad between Netanyahu and Obama.
Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, discusses the tension created by a planned address by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before Congress
Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, discusses the tension created by a planned address by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before Congress.
King Abdullah of Jordan stressed that ISIS' ability to recruit foreign fighters was aided by this summer's conflict between Israel and Palestine
King Abdullah of Jordan stressed that ISIS' ability to recruit foreign fighters was aided by this summer's conflict between Israel and Palestine. He said that many of those who joined the group were spurred by the perceived persecution of the Palestinians in Jerusalem. Scott Pelley reports.
President Obama stated in a speech to the National American Legion that "we'll continue to take direct action" against ISIS and that "justice will be done."
President Obama stated in a speech to the National American Legion that "we'll continue to take direct action" against ISIS and that "justice will be done." Anthony Mason reports.
Eleven suspected Israeli informants were killed by a firing squad at a Gaza City police station
Eleven suspected Israeli informants were killed by a firing squad at a Gaza City police station. Israel continues its airstrikes at sites where Hamas is hiding weapons. Jeff Glor reports.
20 airstrikes were launched in Gaza overnight, including the home of a home of a senior Hamas military commander
20 airstrikes were launched in Gaza overnight, including the home of a home of a senior Hamas military commander
Hamas and Israel both exchanged fire today following the end of a temporary cease-fire
Hamas and Israel both exchanged fire today following the end of a temporary cease-fire. Since the truce expired, there's been a steady stream of rockets going out of Gaza and Israeli artillery and air strikes coming in, reports Clarissa Ward. And Charlie D'Agata reports Hamas fired more than 70 rockets since the end of the cease-fire, including one that destroyed a house.
The sky remained free of rockets for only a minute after the temporary truce between Israel and Hamas came to an end
The sky remained free of rockets for only a minute after the temporary truce between Israel and Hamas came to an end. A child is among the victims in this latest outbreak of violence. Clarissa Ward reports from Gaza City.
Palestinian residents are still reeling following weeks of heavy shelling at the hands of Israeli forces
Palestinian residents are still reeling following weeks of heavy shelling at the hands of Israeli forces. As Clarissa Ward discovered, a large percentage of those killed or injured are children. While the damage isn't nearly as great in Israel, many children are still too fearful of rocket attacks to go outside. Charlie D'Agata reports.
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House votes to rescind Trump's Canada tariffs
The measure's passage is largely symbolic as it's likely to be vetoed by the president if it survives a Senate vote.
Breezy Johnson has plans for her repaired gold medal
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Rules of mysterious ancient board game decoded by AI, scientists say
The aim of the "deceptively simple but thrilling strategy game" was to hunt and trap the opponent's pieces in as few moves as possible, scientists said.
Lindsey Vonn shares update after 3rd surgery: "I'm making progress"
The 41-year-old American came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics and crashed seconds into her downhill race on Sunday.
Russia says again it will abide by lapsed weapons treaty if U.S. does
Moscow reiterates willingness to adhere to expired nuclear weapons treaty, "as long as the United States does not exceed the aforementioned limits."
How Team USA's Maxim Naumov carried his parents' legacy onto the ice
A close family friend tells CBS News about the Olympic dream Team USA skater Maxim Naumov shared with his parents, and how "he did it."
Zelenskyy denies plans to announce elections in Ukraine as war rages
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters Wednesday that Ukraine would "move toward elections when all the relevant security guarantees are in place."
Team USA wins gold and silver in women's moguls at Winter Olympics
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Team USA curler from Minnesota says people's rights being quashed at home
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Mystery of the missing minute from Epstein jail cell solved
Documents that were part of the Epstein files release help explain why a video released from the night of Epstein's death was missing one minute close to midnight.
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Madison Chock and Evan Bates claim silver in ice dance at 2026 Winter Olympics
Madison Chock and Evan Bates claimed a silver medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics on Wednesday following a stunning free dance routine.
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Some job-seekers are paying thousands of dollars just to land an interview
"Reverse recruitment" firms promise to cut the length of job searches in half and help connect candidates with employers.
Stellantis issues "do not drive" warning for cars with unrepaired air bags
Stellantis is telling owners of the affected vehicles not to drive them until a potentially dangerous air bag is replaced. See which models are affected.
Dispute over Cardi B's Super Bowl cameo roils prediction markets
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TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
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Data center building boom stirs pushback in state and local politics
The Trump administration is trying to supercharge the race to dominate artificial intelligence by fast-tracking federal permits for data centers, but some local homeowners are raising concerns.
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Bondi had list of a Democratic lawmaker's Epstein files "search history"
A high-profile House Democrat is accusing Attorney General Pam Bondi of "spying" on her search history while she pored through Jeffrey Epstein-related documents.
Mystery of the missing minute from Epstein jail cell solved
Documents that were part of the Epstein files release help explain why a video released from the night of Epstein's death was missing one minute close to midnight.
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Monk who led peace walk to D.C. tells CBS News peace "begins from within"
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, the Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara said the public support he received gives him hope for the future.
House votes to rescind Trump's Canada tariffs
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Trump says governors from both parties are invited to White House, except 2 Democrats
President Trump says nearly all governors are welcome at the White House for a formal meeting and dinner next week, though the Democratic governors of Maryland and Colorado are still being excluded.
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Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
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House votes to rescind Trump's Canada tariffs
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Rules of mysterious ancient board game decoded by AI, scientists say
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Lindsey Vonn shares update after 3rd surgery: "I'm making progress"
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Russia says again it will abide by lapsed weapons treaty if U.S. does
Moscow reiterates willingness to adhere to expired nuclear weapons treaty, "as long as the United States does not exceed the aforementioned limits."
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Looking back at James Van Der Beek's life
James Van Der Beek, the star of teen classics like "Varsity Blues" and "Dawson's Creek," has died at the age of 48. His wife posted about his death on Instagram on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
New York Fashion Week designer on his runway
Christian Cowan is one of the many designers featured in this season's New York Fashion Week. The 31-year-old is the creative director of his fashion label, which he founded in 2017. He joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his upcoming runway.
Fashion week kicks off in NYC
Fashion Week officially began on Wednesday in New York City. The top designers and brands are getting ready to showcase their fall and winter collections. CBS News contributor Lauren Sherman has more.
Actor James Van Der Beek dies at 48
Actor James Van Der Beek, known for his roles in "Dawson's Creek," "Varsity Blues" and more, has died at the age of 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media.
James Van Der Beek, "Dawson's Creek" star, dies at 48 after cancer diagnosis
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
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How did investigators recover Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage?
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TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
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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.
Americans turn to AI for mental health advice
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AI tech boom causes shortages
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
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Almanac: January 18
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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest details on Day 11 of Guthrie search
FBI agents are combing through the rugged desert terrain of Arizona, searching for new clues in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports. Then, former FBI special agent Jeff Harp joins with analysis.
How did investigators recover Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage?
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Over 4,000 calls in 24 hours to Guthrie tip line
The FBI conducted searches along several Tucson roadways on Wednesday in its search for Nancy Guthrie. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
New details in Tumbler Ridge shooting
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Bitcoin's possible role in Nancy Guthrie case
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NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
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NASA delays Artemis II launch
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James Van Der Beek of "Dawson's Creek" dies at 48
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Latest details on Day 11 of Guthrie search
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Video released in shooting of Marimar Martinez
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