Political clashes in Senegal leaves 15 dead
Rights groups have condemned the government crackdown, which has included arbitrary arrests and restrictions on social media.
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Debate over possible Putin visit heats up in South Africa
South Africa's government is trying to clear hurdles for Vladimir Putin to attend a BRICS leaders' summit, despite an international warrant for his arrest.
13 family members die after reportedly eating toxic porridge
The victims ranged in age from 2 to 33, the health ministry said.
South Africa moves to let Putin attend summit despite arrest warrant
As a signatory to the International Criminal Court, South Africa may be obliged to arrest Putin if he sets foot in the country. Unless it can find a loophole.
In Mozambique's Gorongosa National Park, not just the animals are thriving
After decades of war, the transformation in this African park has also impacted the people living nearby. Now the goal is to make it self-sustaining.
Wagner mercenary group accused of atrocities in Africa
The Russian Wagner mercenary group has been accused of potential war crimes in Ukraine. But the group also faces accusations of atrocities in Africa, where it protects the Central African Republic president in exchange for contracts to mine gold. Debora Patta has the story.
Russia's Wagner group accused of a massacre hidden from the world
A U.N. report says Russian and domestic forces killed civilians in an African mosque. CBS News' investigation into the Wagner Group has found the truth even more gruesome.
How the Wagner mercenary group exploits Africa
Russia's Wagner mercenary group, which has close ties to President Vladimir Putin, is known for fighting in Ukraine. But it receives a large amount of funding through operations in the Central African Republic. Debora Patta has the details.
How Russia's Wagner group exploits Africa to fund the Ukraine war
Yevgeny Prigozhin's Wagner army has been key to Putin's war on Ukraine. CBS News' has discovered how it's paid for by "profiteering" in Africa.
Sudan conflict rages on after a month of chaos and broken ceasefires
Sudan's two top generals are at war with each other, laying waste to a country that many had hoped was about to push toward democracy.
5 killed by police officer in attack on Africa's oldest synagogue
The officer fatally shot two visitors, including a French citizen, and three other security officers before he was shot dead himself, the interior ministry said.
Nigeria boat accident leaves 15 children dead and 25 more missing
A local official said the kids were trying to cross a river to collect firewood when their over-crowded boat capsized.
More than 200 dead after Congo floods, officials say
It was not possible to evaluate the full extent of the human losses and material damage, officials told local media.
800,000 people could flee Sudan conflict: UN
The United Nations warns fighting in Sudan could lead to a mass exodus by the end of the year. Officials estimate more than 800,000 people could try to seek refuge in neighboring nations. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio spoke with refugees making the journey across the Red Sea to Saudi Arabia.
A young American's fear and joy as she escapes the crisis in Sudan
Reefan, 13, told CBS News she was excited to be "going to a safer place," but she's leaving a lot behind, and thousands of others are still desperate to get out.
Sudan's warring generals agree "in principle" to 7-day ceasefire
Neighboring South Sudan says the two sides have accepted a plan to enter peace talks that includes a week-long ceasefire.
More Americans escape Sudan as country teeters on edge of civil war
Around 1,000 U.S. nationals have made it out of the country amid fragile ceasefires, including more than 100 aboard a Navy ship that just docked in Saudi Arabia.
Chaos at Sudan's border as exodus continues despite fragile ceasefire
As many as 25,000 people are said to be stranded at Sudan's border with Egypt, in circumstances described to CBS News as dire and confusing.
Second American killed in Sudan amid fighting, U.S. says
U.S. officials say a second American citizen was killed in Sudan as fighting continues despite a ceasefire. CBS News anchors Errol Barnett and Roxana Saberi spoke with Chad country director for the International Rescue Committee, Aleksandra Roulet-Cimpric, about the refugee situation.
Sudan's ousted dictator al-Bashir said to be in hospital amid chaos
As a ceasefire eases fighting between rival generals, one of Sudan's warring factions denies rumors that the long-time ruler was freed amid the chaos.
American teaching in Sudan was told he was on his own, mom says
Joyce Eiler learned her son eventually made it out to Djibouti, but she has not been able to reach him since.
Foreigners rush to evacuate Sudan
A 72-hour cease-fire in Sudan has other countries racing to evacuate their citizens from the war-torn nation. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with Joyce Eiler, whose son is one of those evacuees.
American civilians hope for escape as Sudan ceasefire appears to hold
So far about 90 American diplomatic staff have been evacuated from Sudan, but there are thousands of U.S. nationals still hoping for a safe way out.
What's next for Sudan after 72-hour ceasefire
Peace has temporarily been brokered between government and paramilitary forces in Sudan as the U.S. began evacuating diplomats and willing private citizens from the conflicted west African nation. Jacqueline Burns, former adviser to the U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan and also a senior policy analyst at the Rand Corporation, joined with her read on the situation.
Conservationist seeks billionaire to buy world's biggest rhino farm
John Hume is hoping to find "a billionaire that would rather save the population of rhinos from extinction than own a superyacht."
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Judge agrees to reveal backers of Santos' $500,000 bond
A federal judge in New York has granted a request from media organizations to reveal their identities, but gave Santos until Friday to appeal.
Prince Harry blasts "utterly vile" tabloids in U.K. court testimony
The son of Britain's King Charles III is the first senior royal to give testimony and face questioning in court since the 19th century.
GOP Rep. Jim Jordan seeks DOJ memo on special counsel's Trump probes
The letter from House Judiciary Committee chairman Jim Jordan comes a day after lawyers for former President Donald Trump met with the special counsel and other officials at the Justice Department.
Ukraine's counteroffensive appears to be in opening phases
An uptick in Ukrainian operations signals the opening phases of the counteroffensive against Russia are underway, but not the main push.
Recalled Boppy baby lounger now linked to at least 10 infant deaths
Officials are urging people to stop using the lounger, and asking online marketplaces to regulate attempts to re-sell it, two years after the recall.
Why working in China is getting "very risky" for some U.S. companies
Elon Musk may be fine, but for smaller U.S. businesses, operating in China has become "very risky," a lawyer who works in the country tells CBS News.
PGA Tour to merge with Saudi-backed LIV Golf, ending "disruption"
The deal comes after LIV Golf had joined an antitrust suit against the PGA Tour, with the agreement ending all litigation between the groups.
Missouri man set to be executed for killing 2 unarmed jail guards
Michael Tisius shot them in June 2000 in a failed effort to help an inmate escape. Some jurors who decided on the death penalty now reportedly favor a life sentence instread.
Christie files paperwork for 2024 presidential campaign
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is in New Hampshire to announce his 2024 presidential campaign.
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Astrud Gilberto, "The Girl from Ipanema" singer, dead at 83
Gilberto's performance in English turned her into an overnight sensation and helped popularized bossa nova in the U.S.
Ukraine's counteroffensive appears to be in opening phases
An uptick in Ukrainian operations signals the opening phases of the counteroffensive against Russia are underway, but not the main push.
Zoey the Lab mix breaks record for longest tongue on a living dog
Zoey's slobbery appendage measures a whopping 5 inches, while the standard American soda can is 4.83 inches long.
This orange lobster is a one in 30 million find, experts say
The University of New England is also home to a blue lobster named Blueberry, a large lobster named Larry, and a famous yellow lobster, named Banana.
What happened on D-Day?
While D-Day and subsequent Battle of Normandy were gripping, the reason it is called D-Day is anticlimactic.
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"What the duck" is no more with new iPhone autocorrect update
The update comes for those who "just wanted to type a ducking word," Apple said at the Worldwide Developers Conference.
Apple unveils new iOS 17 features: Here's what users can expect
The company's operating system upgrade, coming September, adds live voicemail transcribing and an enhanced autocorrect tool.
Recalled Boppy baby lounger now linked to at least 10 infant deaths
Officials are urging people to stop using the lounger, and asking online marketplaces to regulate attempts to re-sell it, two years after the recall.
Why working in China is getting "very risky" for some U.S. companies
Elon Musk may be fine, but for smaller U.S. businesses, operating in China has become "very risky," a lawyer who works in the country tells CBS News.
SEC sues Coinbase as feds crack down on cryptocurrency companies
Securities regulators allege the crypto exchange illegally earns billions of dollars while skirting federal rules.
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Ukraine's counteroffensive appears to be in opening phases
An uptick in Ukrainian operations signals the opening phases of the counteroffensive against Russia are underway, but not the main push.
Senate chair weighing subpoena for Harlan Crow over Clarence Thomas ties
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden accused Harlan Crow of "doubling down on bogus legal theories."
Christie files paperwork for 2024 presidential campaign
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is in New Hampshire to announce his 2024 presidential campaign.
GOP Rep. Jim Jordan seeks DOJ memo on special counsel's Trump probes
The letter from House Judiciary Committee chairman Jim Jordan comes a day after lawyers for former President Donald Trump met with the special counsel and other officials at the Justice Department.
House Oversight panel to move ahead with Wray contempt proceedings
The FBI will not turn over a document subpoenaed by GOP House Oversight Chairman James Comer, though top FBI officials showed the record to Comer and Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin.
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New study finds AI can help improve breast cancer risk predictions
A new study is showing yet another way artificial intelligence is entering the medical field. This time, researchers found AI algorithms improved on existing practices for predicting breast cancer risk.
Massage therapists ease hospice patients' pain — but aren't easy to find
The pandemic disrupted the massage industry. Now those who specialize in hospice massage therapy are in demand and redefining their roles.
Changing The World: A discussion about mental health
Chelsea Clinton, Raquelle Stevens, Midge Purce and Glenn Close gathered to highlight the mental health epidemic in a Two Bridge "Changing The World" panel discussion moderated by CBS2's Maurice DuBois.
Health firm wrongly told hundreds of people they might have cancer
Grail, a biotech firm that makes a blood test for detecting cancer, blamed the snafu on a technology glitch.
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
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Astrud Gilberto, "The Girl from Ipanema" singer, dead at 83
Gilberto's performance in English turned her into an overnight sensation and helped popularized bossa nova in the U.S.
Why working in China is getting "very risky" for some U.S. companies
Elon Musk may be fine, but for smaller U.S. businesses, operating in China has become "very risky," a lawyer who works in the country tells CBS News.
Scientists claim evidence that our distant relatives buried their dead
The lead scientist tells CBS News that the discoveries his team is making in the Rising Star cave system may force us to rethink "what it means to be human."
Natalee Holloway suspect to challenge extradition to U.S., lawyer says
Holloway was 18 when she was last seen during a trip with classmates to Aruba. She was last seen leaving a bar with Joran van der Sloot.
Sailing race takes competitors around the world while collecting climate data
The boats go where few scientific missions travel, making the data they collect especially valuable.
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Astrud Gilberto, "The Girl from Ipanema" singer, dead at 83
Gilberto's performance in English turned her into an overnight sensation and helped popularized bossa nova in the U.S.
Cuba Gooding Jr. settles civil sex abuse case, averting trial
Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. has settled with a woman who claims he raped her, averting a trial that was about to begin in New York City.
Hollywood actors vote overwhelmingly to authorize strike
The actors' union, which has roughly 160,000 members, voted overwhelmingly to strike if negotiations with studios turn sour.
Actor Luna Blaise on "Manifest" ending
Actor Luna Blaise stars in the TV series "Manifest" on Netflix. Blaise joins "CBS Mornings" and shares her reaction to the show's final episodes, what she took from set and what it was like to say goodbye to her character, Olive.
Colts' Isaiah Rodgers admits "mistakes" after gambling allegations surface
The Indianapolis Colts said they're aware the NFL has opened a gambling probe into one of the team's players. Rodgers said he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
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"What the duck" is no more with new iPhone autocorrect update
The update comes for those who "just wanted to type a ducking word," Apple said at the Worldwide Developers Conference.
Apple unveils new iOS 17 features: Here's what users can expect
The company's operating system upgrade, coming September, adds live voicemail transcribing and an enhanced autocorrect tool.
Apple's launch into virtual reality
Apple is unveiling its Vision Pro headset, a virtual reality device set for release next year at a starting cost of $3,499.00. Carter Evans reports.
Apple unveils mixed reality headset
Apple unveiled a long-anticipated piece of hardware during its worldwide developers conference Monday. The new "Vision Pro" mixed-reality headset is the tech juggernaut's first foray into what it calls "spatial computing." Brian Heater, hardware editor at TechCrunch, joins CBS News to discuss the significance behind the headset and other highlights from the conference.
Apple unveils new VR headset
Apple gave the world the first look at its new Vision Pro headset. Carter Evans takes a look at whether the new product can succeed where other wearable tech has failed.
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This orange lobster is a one in 30 million find, experts say
The University of New England is also home to a blue lobster named Blueberry, a large lobster named Larry, and a famous yellow lobster, named Banana.
Scientists claim evidence that our distant relatives buried their dead
The lead scientist tells CBS News that the discoveries his team is making in the Rising Star cave system may force us to rethink "what it means to be human."
Sailing race takes competitors around the world while collecting climate data
The boats go where few scientific missions travel, making the data they collect especially valuable.
Scientists find potential predator that can kill spotted lanternflies
Authorities have urged people to do whatever they can to stop the invasive species known as the spotted lanternfly from spreading.
Multiple rare sightings of wolverine in California confirmed
In the last century, only two wolverines were spotted in California.
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Iowa teen who brutally killed parents sentenced to life in prison
Officers found Ethan Orton covered in blood after he killed his parents at the family's home in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Natalee Holloway suspect to challenge extradition to U.S., lawyer says
Holloway was 18 when she was last seen during a trip with classmates to Aruba. She was last seen leaving a bar with Joran van der Sloot.
Teenager tried to hire hitman to kill 7-year-old, Iowa police say
The 17-year-old allegedly submitted the child's information to a bogus website called rentahitman.com.
New York trooper charged in deadly shooting captured on bodycam video
The charges in the death of James Huber are a rare example of a criminal case being brought against an officer by New York's attorney general.
Missouri man set to be executed for killing 2 unarmed jail guards
Michael Tisius, 42, is scheduled to die by injection for killing Leon Egley and Jason Acton on June 22, 2000.
Space
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SpaceX launches space station resupply mission
The Dragon carries needed crew supplies and equipment, along with two roll-out solar array blankets.
New Webb telescope images reveal center of far-off galaxy
One of the new images, part of an "astronomical treasure trove" reveal asteroid tails shooting across the far-off galaxy.
Livestream captures images of Mars
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
A strawberry moon will take the night sky this weekend. Here's how to see it.
Around the world, people can catch a sweet treat in the night sky this weekend.
For first time ever, a near livestream of Mars
Up until Friday, all images seen of the planet were technically of its past.
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Woman poisoned with cheesecake; lookalike convicted of attempted murder
See the details of the bizarre case.
Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
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Robert Hanssen | 60 Minutes Archive
In 2001, Lesley Stahl reported on "The Secret Life of Robert Hanssen." The former FBI agent was convicted of spying for Russia, and began serving a life sentence in 2002. He died in prison this week at the age of 79.
Prince Harry evidence against U.K. tabloids
Prince Harry will make an appearance in court Tuesday as he sues one of Britain's tabloid newspapers for phone hacking and illegal intrusion into his private life. The publisher admits phone hacking once took place at its newspapers but denies that the Duke of Sussex was ever a target. Holly Williams spoke with media lawyer Matthew Gill about what Harry hoped to achieve by taking the very public case to trial.
Apple's launch into virtual reality
Apple is unveiling its Vision Pro headset, a virtual reality device set for release next year at a starting cost of $3,499.00. Carter Evans reports.
Chris Christie set to launch 2024 bid
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is expected to launch his second presidential campaign on Tuesday. Christie will again challenge Donald Trump for the Republican nomination more than seven years after ending his first presidential run and endorsing the former president. CBS News political director Fin Gomez has more.
George Santos bail backers to be revealed
A federal judge in New York has granted a request from media organizations to unseal the identities of three people who signed the bond for Rep. George Santos' release after his indictment, CBS News has learned. Santos has until noon Friday to challenge the decision. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.