Trump says no decision yet on joining Israel's strikes on Iran
As Israel continues striking Iran, Trump says he's still considering whether the U.S. military should provide direct support in an increasingly deadly war.
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Would Israel try to kill Iran's leader, and what would it mean?
Israel's prime minister has declined to rule out assassinating Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. President Trump says he'd be an "easy target," and "our patience is wearing thin."
Trump calls for "real end" to Iran nuke program
Trump says he's not just "looking for a ceasefire" in the Israel-Iran war. He also warned all of Tehran's residents to evacuate.
Trump cuts Canada trip short due to "what's going on in the Middle East"
President Trump is cutting short his trip to the G7 summit in Canada due to the Middle East conflict.
Israel strikes Iranian state TV, warns people to evacuate Tehran
Israel attacked Iranian state television after Iran fired another wave of missiles at Israel on the fourth day of open warfare between the regional foes.
Israel and France's increasing divide over Gaza hits the Paris Air Show
French authorities closed a handful of Israeli firms' stalls at the Paris Air Show, citing a decision to ban "offensive weapons" being displayed amid the Gaza war.
Israeli troops accused of killing 34 Gazans near U.S.-backed aid hub
Palestinians say Israeli forces opened fire on people trying to access a U.S.-backed group's aid distribution hub in Gaza, in the deadliest of such incidents reported to date.
Trump opposed Israeli plan to kill Iran's supreme leader, CBS News sources say
The Israelis had the opportunity to assassinate Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Trump conveyed to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that it wasn't a good idea, one U.S. official told CBS News.
State Dept. tells embassies to relay U.S. "not involved" in strikes on Iran
While the U.S. insists it is not involved in strikes on Iran, American officials have confirmed military forces have been helping to intercept Iranian missiles fired at Israel.
Trump and Putin hold call, discuss Iran-Israel tensions, Ukraine war
This is the second time President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have spoken on the phone this month.
Iran launches missiles at Israel as Israel attacks Iran's nuclear sites
Sirens sounded in Israel as Iran launched dozens of ballistic missiles in retaliation for Israel's strikes on its nuclear facilities.
Airspace closed over multiple Middle East countries, Tel Aviv airport shut down
Airspace was closed over Israel, Jordan, Iran and Iraq on Friday after Israel attacked Iran with a wave of airstrikes.
Alert raised for Americans across Mideast as Israel poised to strike Iran
With Israel apparently poised to attack Iran, the U.S. government warns staff in Israel to restrict travel and clears service members' families across the Mideast to evacuate.
U.S. allies sanction Israeli cabinet members "for inciting violence"
5 close U.S. allies sanction far-right Israeli officials Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich over "extremist rhetoric" calling for "Palestinians to be driven from their homes."
Israel deports activist Greta Thunberg after seizing Gaza protest ship
Israel, accused by activists of piracy, says it lawfully seized a Gaza-bound protest ship carrying Greta Thunberg as the crew was planning to breach its naval blockade.
Body of Thai hostage kidnapped into Gaza is retrieved, Israel says
Nattapong Pinta worked in agriculture before he was kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Oz by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7, 2023.
Netanyahu acknowledges Israel arming gangs in Gaza to help fight Hamas
Israel's leader says arming "clans in Gaza" to help fight Hamas will save lives. Opposition leaders say the weapons "will eventually be turned against" Israelis.
2 Israeli-American hostages' bodies recovered by troops in Gaza
Judi Lynn Weinstein and Gad Haggai, U.S.-Israeli dual nationals, were killed in Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023 terrorist attack, but their bodies had been held in Gaza.
U.S.-backed Gaza aid group pauses work amid reported killings
The controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has halted its work for a day and is asking Israel to reduce the risks for Palestinians seeking access to its sites.
27 reportedly killed in third day of violence near Gaza food distribution centers
At least 27 Palestinians were killed near a Gaza food distribution hub operated by a controversial U.S.-backed group, the enclave's Hamas-run health ministry says.
Attack near Gaza aid point killed more than 50 people, CBS News has learned
The incident happened as Israel and Hamas traded blame for the faltering mediation bid to secure a temporary ceasefire.
Greta Thunberg, "Game of Thrones" actor Liam Cunningham join aid ship to Gaza
Organizers say climate campaigner Greta Thunberg and other activists set sail Sunday for Gaza on a ship aimed at "breaking Israel's siege" of the territory.
Hamas says it responded to ceasefire proposal
Meanwhile, the U.N. Food Program said 77 trucks carrying aid were stopped by hungry people who took the food before the trucks were able to reach their destination.
U.S., Israel waiting for Hamas to respond to ceasefire proposal, White House says
President Trump has expressed optimism recently that there would be a deal for a new Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza.
Israel authorizes more settlements in occupied West Bank, sparking criticism
Israel said the newly announced settlements in the occupied West Bank would include the legalization of outposts already built without government authorization.
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The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.
Comedian gets 6 years in Russian prison over joke about war veteran
"I hope no one ever finds themselves in the same situation of brutal legal abuse that I did," Artemy Ostaninsaid in his final statement in court.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
U.K. police investigating former ambassador to U.S. over Epstein ties
The Epstein files have yielded a police investigation, as former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson is accused of sharing state secrets.
Cold and doubt in Ukraine as 2nd round of talks with Russia kick off
U.S., Russian and Ukrainian negotiators are back around a table for a second round of technical talks, but in Kyiv, Russian bombs bring suffering and skepticism.
Ex-Prince Andrew moves out of royal home amid new Epstein revelations
King Charles' disgraced brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves from his royal mansion to a private estate after appearing in newly released Epstein files.
U.S.-Iran talks set for Friday in Oman after drone and tanker incidents
The talks are expected to be held after the U.S. military said it shot down an Iranian drone and Iranian forces threatened to seize a U.S.-flagged vessel.
As Trump disparages NATO allies, they chase Russian subs in the Arctic
As Trump questions the loyalty of a NATO ally, CBS News joins one of its warships taking part in a drill far from home, aimed at defending Europe and the U.S.
China banning hidden car door handles starting in 2027 due to safety concerns
China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla's electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year, due to safety concerns.
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2 killed in police helicopter crash at active shooting scene in Arizona
A police helicopter crashed near the scene of what authorities in Flagstaff, Arizona called "an active officer-involved shooting investigation," according to police in Page, Arizona.
Sixth person arrested in connection with shooting of judge, wife in Indiana
Police have accused members of a motorcycle club and a street gang of targeting the judge.
LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
ICE can't make warrantless arrests in Oregon unless there's risk of escape, judge rules
A judge says U.S. immigration agents in Oregon must stop arresting people without warrants unless they are likely to escape.
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EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
Millions of Americans face higher utility bills after rate hike approvals
Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to PowerLines.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
Washington Post begins sweeping layoffs as it scales back news coverage
Former WaPo executive editor Martin Baron told CBS News the paper's coverage will be "dramatically diminished" because of the job cuts.
China banning hidden car door handles starting in 2027 due to safety concerns
China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla's electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year, due to safety concerns.
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Trump to give Medal of Honor to pilot who secretly faced off with Soviet jets
President Trump is awarding the Medal of Honor to a pilot whose faceoff with Soviet fighter jets remained secret for a half-century and a soldier who died in Afghanistan while shielding somebody from a suicide bomber.
ICE can't make warrantless arrests in Oregon unless there's risk of escape, judge rules
A judge says U.S. immigration agents in Oregon must stop arresting people without warrants unless they are likely to escape.
Colorado Dems demand answers on ICE "death cards," alleged fake traffic stops
Some Democratic Colorado lawmakers are demanding answers after reports that "death cards" were left in the vehicles of people detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and over claims that immigration agents used fake traffic stops to detain them.
With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
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Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.
Comedian gets 6 years in Russian prison over joke about war veteran
"I hope no one ever finds themselves in the same situation of brutal legal abuse that I did," Artemy Ostaninsaid in his final statement in court.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
U.K. police investigating former ambassador to U.S. over Epstein ties
The Epstein files have yielded a police investigation, as former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson is accused of sharing state secrets.
Cold and doubt in Ukraine as 2nd round of talks with Russia kick off
U.S., Russian and Ukrainian negotiators are back around a table for a second round of technical talks, but in Kyiv, Russian bombs bring suffering and skepticism.
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LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
Ron Funches opens up about autism diagnosis
Actor and comedian Ron Funches talks to "CBS Mornings" about appearing on the reality show "The Traitors," how it led to his autism diagnosis and opening up to others about it.
2026 Super Bowl ads to look out for
Super Bowl advertisements are already making waves as companies seek a big win during the NFL's final football game of the season. Jeanine Poggi, the editor-in-chief at Ad Age, joins CBS News with more.
Susan Lucci on life after soap opera stardome
For decades, Susan Lucci starred in "All My Children." She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her second memoir, which dives into her life after the soap opera series, the death of her husband and the resilience she found along the way.
Ransom note being investigated in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sheriff says
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
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Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
iPhone flip to reportedly launch
Apple is reportedly getting ready to launch its first foldable phone. Plus, OpenAI announced it is retiring its older ChatGPT-4o. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News 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.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
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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
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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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2 killed in police helicopter crash at active shooting scene in Arizona
A police helicopter crashed near the scene of what authorities in Flagstaff, Arizona called "an active officer-involved shooting investigation," according to police in Page, Arizona.
Nancy Guthrie's children tell possible abductor: "Please, reach out to us"
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family were aware of reports of a ransom note and that they are "ready to talk."
No suspect in Guthrie disappearance: police
The Pima County Sheriff's Department said Wednesday that investigators have not identified a suspect or person of interest in the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
Latest on possible ransom note in Guthrie case
Investigators are analyzing and trying to determine the authenticity of a possible ransom note as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
National Guard shooting suspect in court
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., last November, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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CBS News' Olivia Gazis speaks with Deputy Prime Minister Radosław Sikorski of Poland about President Trump's push for Greenland, NATO and the relationship between Poland and the U.S.
Still no suspect in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Investigators in the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, still haven't identified a suspect or person of interest in the Arizona case. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Savannah Guthrie posts plea for mom's return
"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie posted a video on Wednesday night pleading for her mother Nancy's return. Nancy Guthrie was reported missing Sunday and authorities believe she was abducted.
Doberman gets moment of redemption at Westminster
History was made at the 150th Westminster Dog Show after a doberman pinscher named Penny was awarded the top prize. Tony Dokoupil has more.
NATO allies practice hunting for Russian subs
In Europe's high north, America's NATO allies are practicing hunting for Russian submarines, with Norway, Spain, Germany and others participating in a military exercise called Arctic Dolphin. Holly Williams got an up close look.