Probe: "Strong indications" Putin OK'd supply of missiles that hit MH17
International investigators say there's insufficient evidence, however, to launch new prosecutions and they have suspended their long-running probe.
Malaysia Airlines jet downed in Ukraine
3 men convicted of murder over downing of MH17 in Ukraine
The verdict from the international court comes more than eight years after a missile slammed into the commercial flight, killing all 298 people on board.
Russian President Vladimir Putin does not want people to prejudge the outcome of the investigation
Russian President Vladimir Putin does not want people to prejudge the outcome of the investigation. Clarissa Ward reports.
MH17 report findings
Investigators say they have evidence that MH17 was shot down by a missile moved into eastern Ukraine from Russia. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Mark Phillips joins CBSN to discuss what this report will mean.
Dutch investigators announced Tuesday that Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was hit by a missile manufactured by Russia while flying over a war-torn part of Ukraine
Dutch investigators announced Tuesday that Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was hit by a missile manufactured by Russia while flying over a war-torn part of Ukraine. Elizabeth Palmer has more on the findings.
An investigation into the Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 crash concludes it was shot down by a Russian-made missile
An investigation into the Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 crash concludes it was shot down by a Russian-made missile. University of Notre Dame adjunct professor Maj. Gen. Robert Latiff (ret.) has analysis for CBSN.
Investigators in the Netherlands release their final report Tuesday on the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17
Investigators in the Netherlands release their final report Tuesday on the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17. We are hearing from Dutch sources the findings are likely to implicate Russia. The shootdown over eastern Ukraine in July 2014 killed everyone on board. Charlie D'Agata reports on how Russian missile makers are already saying they were not involved.
Friday marked one year since Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was shot down over Ukraine
Friday marked one year since Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was shot down over Ukraine. All 298 people on board were killed. CBS News correspondent Mark Phillips reports on the push to bring charges against the Russian-backed rebels suspected of downing the plane.
A year after the Boeing 777 was shot down, killing all 298 people aboard, we look back at a tragedy that raised tensions between the US, Russia and other global powers
A year after the Boeing 777 was shot down, killing all 298 people aboard, we look back at a tragedy that raised tensions between the US, Russia and other global powers.
New video shows the fiery wreckage moments after the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17
New video shows the fiery wreckage moments after the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17. It shows just how close the debris come to homes. Mark Phillips reports.
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate discuss fresh sanctions imposed by the U.S. and European Union aimed at hurting Russia’s economy
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate discuss fresh sanctions imposed by the U.S. and European Union aimed at hurting Russia’s economy amid the country’s continued backing of Ukranian separatists.
As the investigation into the crash of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 continues, fighting between the Ukrainian military and pro-Russian separatists intensified near the crash site in eastern Ukraine
As the investigation into the crash of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 continues, fighting between the Ukrainian military and pro-Russian separatists intensified near the crash site in eastern Ukraine. International monitors and investigators were unable to examine the wreckage. Kitty Logan reports.
State Department releases satellite images said to back up claims rockets fired from Russia into eastern Ukraine and heavy artillery from separatists crossed the border
CBS News Military Analyst Maj. Mike Lyons (Ret.) discusses the fighting between Ukrainian and Pro-Russian forces in an attempt to gain control over the area where MH Flight 17 went down.
More fighting is breaking out in eastern Ukraine, preventing outsiders from reaching the crash site of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17
More fighting is breaking out in eastern Ukraine, preventing outsiders from reaching the crash site of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17. Around 200 bodies have been recovered and sent to the Netherlands, but some human remains are still at the site. Charlie D'Agata reports.
More than a week since Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was shot down over Ukraine, inspectors have concluded there's little chance of finding substantial remains of the hundred or so victims who haven't been accounted for
More than a week since Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was shot down over Ukraine, inspectors have concluded there's little chance of finding substantial remains of the hundred or so victims who haven't been accounted for. Investigators have also continued to find evidence of a missile attack. Mark Phillips reports.
The U.S. and Ukraine are accusing Russia of launching artillery attacks on Ukrainian troops from Russian soil and preparing to move more heavy weapons over the border
The U.S. and Ukraine are accusing Russia of launching artillery attacks on Ukrainian troops from Russian soil and preparing to move more heavy weapons over the border. Over the past two weeks, half a dozen artillery barrages have already been fired from southern Russia. David Martin reports.
The lack of any progress in searching for the remains of the missing victims of Flight 17 has reached the point where both the Dutch and the Australians say they're going to send contingents in to secure the site and intensify the search
The lack of any progress in searching for the remains of the missing victims of Flight 17 has reached the point where both the Dutch and the Australians say they're going to send contingents in to secure the site and intensify the search. The deal they may have to cut with the central government in Kiev, which doesn't control the area or the local rebels, is a mystery. Mark Phillips reports from Grabovo, Ukraine.
About a mile from the main crash site, inspectors have found a huge piece of fuselage that they had not seen before
About a mile from the main crash site, inspectors have found a huge piece of fuselage that they had not seen before. As of now, only the trio of Malaysia investigators and an Australian are working at the site. Mark Phillips reports.
For the second day in a row, more bodies of Flight 17 crash victims will arrive in the Netherlands
For the second day in a row, more bodies of Flight 17 crash victims will arrive in the Netherlands. Thousands in Amsterdam took part in a silent march Wednesday to pay tribute to the victims. Elizabeth Palmer reports from Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport.
Australia is sending 50 police to secure the crash site in Ukraine, where regional violence continues
Australia is sending 50 police to secure the crash site in Ukraine, where regional violence continues. Insurgents are also denying they shot down two Ukrainian fighter jets, about 20 miles from where Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 went down. Mark Phillips reports from Grabovo, Ukraine.
Investigators find no evidence of tampering with MH17's black box voice and data recorders
Investigators found no evidence the Malaysian Air passenger jet's black box voice and data recorder had been tampered with. Mark Rosenker, CBS News Aviation Safety Analyst, discusses the information. investigators will seek to find.
UTTM contributor Lance Price comments on Europe's reaction to last week's tragedy
UTTM contributor Lance Price takes a look at the European leaders' reaction to Russia's involvement in Ukraine, which led to last week's tragedy.
It appears parts of the large fuselage section of the Malaysia Airlines plane have been moved and tampered with
It appears parts of the large fuselage section of the Malaysia Airlines plane have been moved and tampered with. The fear is that the rebels have cut away and removed evidence that they shot the plane down using a Russian-supplied missile, as has been alleged. Mark Phillips reports.
Two military transports brought the first 40 victims to Netherlands, where the work of identification can finally begin
Two military transports brought the first 40 victims to Netherlands, where the work of identification can finally begin. Dutch people lined the roads to pay tribute, as the motorcade of hearses drove by. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Nearly a week after MH17 was shot down, two military planes are flying the remains to Eindhoven Air Base where hundreds of family members are waiting
Nearly a week after MH17 was shot down, two military planes are flying the remains to Eindhoven Air Base where hundreds of family members are waiting. Elizabeth Palmer reports from Amsterdam.
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BBC asks court to subpoena Trump family members for defamation defense
After failing to deliver subpoenas itself, the BBC has asked a Florida court to compel three of President Trump's family members to testify over the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
Thousands waiting for help as Indonesia earthquake death toll nears 70
Thousands of people are still waiting for aid on Indonesia's Flores island days after a powerful earthquake killed at least 68 people.
U.K. prime minister messages with impersonator of top Trump staffer
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messaged with someone pretending to be White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.
U.S. tourist reportedly killed by lightning strike on Italy's Mount Etna
An American man hiking up Italy's active Mount Etna volcano was killed by a lightning strike, the national news agency ANSA reports.
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Trump threatens Oman, Iran war in stalemate as 60-day talks window ends
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to negotiate a peace deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is expiring, with no agreement in sight.
Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" military exercises with South Korea
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza peace deal
Jared Kushner, who is President Trump's son-in-law, is set to meet next with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who rejected the latest peace proposal last week.
Transcript: Rep. Don Bacon on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Rep. Don Bacon, Republican of Nebraska, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 16, 2026.
Transcript: Pennsylvania state Rep. Chris Rabb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Pennsylvania state Rep. Chris Rabb, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 16, 2026.
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Supreme Court won't rehear Trump's appeal of $5 million E. Jean Carroll case
The Supreme Court declined for the second time to consider President Trump's appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case.
Woman fights off bear with spray after being attacked on trail in Alaska
A woman was running alone on a path called the Wolverine Bowl Trail when the brown bear attacked her, officials said.
Hayden Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Remember the Titans," dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and Rep. Don Bacon join Margaret Brennan.
Tommy John, MLB All-Star pitcher who had a surgery named after him, dies at 83
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
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CBS News poll on whether Democrats split over socialism
Americans think more young people in office would make politics better.
Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
The war in Iran has underscored how disruptions to a key shipping route thousands of miles away can have a material impact on American consumers.
FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level
U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."
How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
The U.S. has refunded more than $100 billion in illegal tariffs to businesses, and some of that money is going to consumers — here's what to know.
Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
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Supreme Court won't rehear Trump's appeal of $5 million E. Jean Carroll case
The Supreme Court declined for the second time to consider President Trump's appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case.
BBC asks court to subpoena Trump family members for defamation defense
After failing to deliver subpoenas itself, the BBC has asked a Florida court to compel three of President Trump's family members to testify over the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
U.K. prime minister messages with impersonator of top Trump staffer
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messaged with someone pretending to be White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.
RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" military exercises with South Korea
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
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RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
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My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
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BBC asks court to subpoena Trump family members for defamation defense
After failing to deliver subpoenas itself, the BBC has asked a Florida court to compel three of President Trump's family members to testify over the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
Thousands waiting for help as Indonesia earthquake death toll nears 70
Thousands of people are still waiting for aid on Indonesia's Flores island days after a powerful earthquake killed at least 68 people.
U.K. prime minister messages with impersonator of top Trump staffer
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messaged with someone pretending to be White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.
U.S. tourist reportedly killed by lightning strike on Italy's Mount Etna
An American man hiking up Italy's active Mount Etna volcano was killed by a lightning strike, the national news agency ANSA reports.
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Trump threatens Oman, Iran war in stalemate as 60-day talks window ends
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to negotiate a peace deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is expiring, with no agreement in sight.
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Hayden Panettiere dies at 36
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in "Remember the Titans" and "Heroes," has died at 36, her publicist confirmed. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.
Hayden Panettiere dies at 36
Actor Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36, her father confirmed in a statement. The star was known for her roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville." Gayle King has a look at her life and career.
Hayden Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Remember the Titans," dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Movie theaters boom amid studio hits
The box office has been booming in 2026, with five blockbuster hits making over $1 billion. Mark Strassmann has more details from Los Angeles.
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States crack down on misleading home listings
More home listings are using AI to add furniture, repaint walls, spruce up landscaping and even add windows. But when does virtual staging cross the line into deception or even fraud? CBS News' Evyn Moon explores.
The iNaturalist app – Mixing science with fun
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species. (Originally broadcast March 22, 2026.)
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.
The silent spy game orbiting above Earth's skies
Above Earth's atmosphere, an arms race is unfolding. Thousands of miles above the ground, satellites from different companies and nations are observing us and each other. To learn more, Olivia Gazis traveled to Vantor, a Colorado-based satellite technology company.
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Trial starting after Microsoft exec's alleged murder-for-hire involving ex-wife
Jared Bridegan was repeatedly shot outside his vehicle while his 2-year-old child was strapped in a car seat.
Security video helps lead to a masked killer who tried to hide the crime
Dr. Steven Milner, a well-respected Oregon veterinarian, was accused of stalking and disguising himself before murdering Kenny Fandrich — the husband of a former employee. Security cameras played a key role in how detectives pieced the case together.
Violent crime down in big cities
Violent crime numbers are down across many major U.S. cities. Ali Bauman is in Newark, New Jersey, which has seen a large drop in homicides.
5 hurt in Virginia State University shooting
Police say multiple suspects were involved in the Virginia State University campus shooting that wounded five on Saturday.
Mozart statuettes snatched in classical caper
To celebrate Mozart's 270th birthday this year, German artist Ottmar Hörl made 320 statuettes of the composer and his dog, Pimperl, placing them around Salzburg, Austria. However, the statuettes have been pilfered.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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CENTCOM commander visits USS Lincoln troops
Adm. Brad Cooper, the head of U.S. Central Command, met with troops aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln as concerns linger about morale and apparent worsening conditions. CBS News analyst Aaron MacLean has more insight.
Djokovic reveals health condition
Tennis star Novak Djokovic lost in the second round of the Cincinnati Open over the weekend and appeared to struggle with stamina throughout the match. On Saturday, he attributed his on-court issues to a health condition that has been bothering him "for the past couple of years" and said it's exacerbated by hot and humid conditions.