Cyclone Freddy kills more than 100 as it batters southern Africa
The record-breaking cyclone lashed Mozambique and Malawi after making landfall on mainland Africa for a second time.
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Dozens dead with Freddy set to become longest-lasting tropical cyclone ever
Freddy has recorded more energy over its lifetime than an entire typical U.S. hurricane season.
Freddy could be longest-lasting tropical cyclone on record
The storm has already killed at least 21 people and displaced thousands of others as it continues its "very rare" track.
Nigerian election results come amid concern
Nigeria's ruling party candidate Bola Tinubu is leading in the presidential election as votes are counted in Africa's largest democracy. But the electoral process has been mired in controversy with all three major parties complaining of irregularities. There have also been reports of violence. BBC News correspondent Mayeni Jones joins Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" with the latest from Nigeria's election.
Jill Biden seeks more aid for East Africa in visit to drought-stricken region
"Obviously, you can see the drought here, how bad it is," the first lady told reporters afterward.
Jill Biden gives the clearest indication yet that her husband will likely run again
First lady Jill Biden told the AP there's "pretty much" nothing left to do but choose a time and place to announce.
Deaths mount as Malawi faces its worst-ever cholera outbreak
The southern African nation saw a 143% increase in the number of cholera cases recorded last month compared to December.
Pope Francis continues trip to Africa
Pope Francis has been hearing stories of suffering from people caught up in years of warfare. And before the trip, the pontiff discussed a more progressive view of sexual orientation that puts him in opposition to some of his own bishops - and much of African law. Chris Livesay reports.
Germany apologizes for aiming leopard emoji at Russian envoy in Africa
"Is the Continent of Africa, its people & wildlife just a joke to you?" demanded one African Union official over the "tone deaf" tweet.
Can the U.S. catch up to China and Russia's African outreach?
After decades of investment and blossoming ties with Beijing and Moscow, experts say "short-term courtship" of African nations simply won't suffice.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visits Africa
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visited Zambia on Monday as part of efforts by the Biden administration to grow ties between Washington and the African continent after years of investment by China. Eurasia Group's lead Africa analyst Amaka Anku joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss.
Popular radio journalist found dead after being abducted in Cameroon
"I knew he was dead as soon as it was announced that he was kidnapped," Cameroonian-French writer Calixthe Beyala told Info TV.
Nature: Elephants in Tanzania
We leave you this Sunday morning with some elephants enjoying the mud at Tanzania's Tarangire River. Videographer: Lee McEachern.
Gabon's top diplomat suffers fatal heart attack during cabinet meeting
Michael Moussa Adamo, 62, spent a decade as the African nation's ambassador to the U.S. The president called him "a true statesman."
Drought and war could kill half a million kids in Somalia by the summer
The U.N. warns that unless urgent action is taken, half a million children could die in the drought-ravaged nation within just six months.
"Great hope" as Uganda's Ebola outbreak is officially declared over
Officials are lauding the country's response to the latest outbreak of the deadly virus, but some say delays meant missed opportunities to test potential vaccines.
Uganda is set to declare an end to its latest deadly Ebola outbreak
According to the World Health Organization, an outbreak is over after 42 consecutive days with no new cases, or twice the incubation period of Ebola.
LGBTQ rights activist's body found stuffed in a metal box on roadside
Police in Kenya, where sex between men is illegal, say they're investigating, but "don't know for now why he was killed that way."
Saving Africa's giraffe from extinction
The majestic giraffe is under threat of extinction from all corners. Poachers hunt them for bush meat, humans encroach on their natural habitat and, exacerbating all of this, the Horn of Africa is having its worst drought in 40 years. Debora Patta visits Giraffe Manor in Kenya, where tourism funds conservation.
How enjoying breakfast with a giraffe could help save the species
Africa's Nubian giraffes are "under threat from all corners," but at one "mind blowing" hotel in Kenya, you can help turn the tables.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 25, 2022
Rep. Jamie Raskin, member of the House select committee on Jan. 6, and our annual correspondents roundtable will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Giraffe and zebra bones from Africa seized at U.S. airport
Customs and Border Patrol released the woman after seizing the giraffe and zebra bones.
Biden says U.S. is "all in on Africa's future"
President Biden on Wednesday announced a series of economic and investment initiatives in a speech at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit. The goal is to expand free trade opportunities across the continent, while also countering Russia and China's influence. Michelle Gavin, senior fellow on Africa policy studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, joined CBS News to discuss.
U.S. hosts nearly 50 African leaders for summit as concerns over China, Russia loom
President Biden welcomed nearly 50 African leaders to Washington for the first U.S.-Africa leaders summit since 2014. Robert Scott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for the State Department's Bureau of African Affairs, joins CBS News' Errol Barnett and Lana Zak to discuss the administration's goals for the conference.
White House hosts African leaders summit
The White House is hosting dozens of African leaders in Washington for a three-day summit beginning Tuesday. President Biden said the event will show "the importance of U.S.-Africa relations" and will include discussions on topics such as trade, climate and more. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
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Iran attacks more ships, Dubai airport, warns U.S.-linked banks are next
As the Trump administration says it's winning the war with Iran, Tehran hits 3 ships near the Strait of Hormuz, and Dubai airport, and warns banks are next.
Brain trauma, shrapnel wounds among serious injuries in attack on U.S. troops
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
Epstein's longtime accountant testifying before House committee today
Richard Kahn was one of Epstein's closest associates in his final years, managing his finances and investments.
Trump told FIFA Iran is welcome to play in World Cup in U.S., officials say
President Trump told FIFA representatives Tuesday that Iran is welcome to play in the World Cup tournament in the United States, officials told CBS News.
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DOJ's Alex Pretti probe excludes prosecutors who specialize in civil rights, sources say
Rank-and-file career prosecutors in the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division cases are not involved in investigating Alex Pretti's shooting death by federal agents, CBS News has learned, in a stark departure from historical practice.
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Pentagon memo orders commanders to remove Anthropic from key systems
The Defense Department has notified senior leadership that they must remove Anthropic's products from their system within 180 days, the latest salvo in a feud between the AI company and the Trump administration.
Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
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Video appears to show NYC bomb suspect purchasing fuse at fireworks store
One of two men accused of throwing IEDs at protesters in New York City appears to have purchased fuses at a fireworks store in a Philadelphia suburb last week.
Latino Texans fueled Democratic primary turnout. What does it mean for midterms?
Latino voters helped propel record turnout in last week's Texas Democratic primary, a trend Democrats are watching closely as they try to reclaim ground with the group and pull off an upset win in the red-leaning state's Senate contest.
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IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
First grizzly of 2026 spotted at Yellowstone, feeding on bison carcass
An image of the sighting showed the massive bear standing over the carcass near Yellowstone Lake.
Inflation held steady in February before Iran war drove up gas prices
The inflation data captures the period before the Iran war broke out. Since then, oil prices have surged, driving inflation fears.
Vehicle crashes into barricade near White House, Secret Service investigating
A vehicle crashed into a barricade near the White House on Wednesday morning, authorities said.
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IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
Inflation held steady in February before Iran war drove up gas prices
The inflation data captures the period before the Iran war broke out. Since then, oil prices have surged, driving inflation fears.
Can the president bring down gas prices? 5 options available to Trump.
Gas prices in the U.S. have surged roughly 20% since the attack on Iran. Read on to see what measures the Trump administration could take to offer relief.
Oil prices are falling — gas prices aren't. Here's why.
Even if oil prices ease, they won't return to the levels they were at before the war started, according to Patrick De Haan of GasBuddy.
Could tapping the Strategic Petroleum Reserve lower gas prices?
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve is designed to cushion disruptions to U.S. oil supplies during emergencies.
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
Trump told FIFA Iran is welcome to play in World Cup in U.S., officials say
President Trump told FIFA representatives Tuesday that Iran is welcome to play in the World Cup tournament in the United States, officials told CBS News.
Latino Texans fueled Democratic primary turnout. What does it mean for midterms?
Latino voters helped propel record turnout in last week's Texas Democratic primary, a trend Democrats are watching closely as they try to reclaim ground with the group and pull off an upset win in the red-leaning state's Senate contest.
Epstein's longtime accountant testifying before House committee today
Richard Kahn was one of Epstein's closest associates in his final years, managing his finances and investments.
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"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
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There's one building in LA with 89 registered hospices: "Ground zero" for fraud?
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
More kids are in ERs for tooth pain. Budget cuts and fluoride fights aren't helping.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
Baby sleepsuit sold at Walmart recalled over potential choking hazard
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
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Iran attacks more ships, Dubai airport, warns U.S.-linked banks are next
As the Trump administration says it's winning the war with Iran, Tehran hits 3 ships near the Strait of Hormuz, and Dubai airport, and warns banks are next.
6 of 7 Iranian soccer players granted asylum in Australia stay, rest head home
Australian officials say six of seven members of the Iranian women's soccer team who were granted asylum are staying but the seventh has changed her mind and will return home.
At least 6 killed in bus fire that may have been "deliberate," Swiss police say
Police are investigating after a fire on a regional bus in Kerzers, west of Switzerland's capital, killed at least six people.
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Kurt Russell talks drama series "The Madison"
Kurt Russell, who stars in "The Madison," spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the series, explaining the script "was so familiar" and that he related to it. Russell praised creator Taylor Sheridan, who was also behind the popular series "Yellowstone," and discussed what it was like to work with Michelle Pfeiffer again decades later.
Oscars 2026: Behind the scenes with the best actor nominees
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best actor at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
Dorrance on preserving tap dancing history
American tap dancer Michelle Dorrance talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about Brenda Bufalino's impact and preserving the 88-year-old's artistry for future generations in a project at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts.
Brenda Bufalino on evolution of tap dancing
American tap dancer Brenda Bufalino talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about the many ebbs and flows of the art form and reflects on her career.
Michelle Pfeiffer on "The Madison" series
Michelle Pfeiffer talks with "CBS Mornings" about starring alongside Kurt Russell in "The Madison." She describes how she decided to take on the character and explains after decades in the entertainment industry why she still gets nervous in new roles.
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How Hollywood is grappling with AI
AI-generated artist Tilly Norwood and the company behind her released a new music video speaking directly to her critics. As AI evolves, Hollywood faces questions over legal protections, copyright infringement and human labor. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Details on Pentagon removal of Claude
CBS News exclusively obtained a Pentagon memo from earlier this month that went out to several senior defense leaders and commanders. It ordered the removal of Anthropic's AI technology from key national systems. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
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Pentagon memo orders commanders to remove Anthropic from key systems
The Defense Department has notified senior leadership that they must remove Anthropic's products from their system within 180 days, the latest salvo in a feud between the AI company and the Trump administration.
The evolution of Apple over 50 years
David Pogue, an author and correspondent for "CBS Sunday Morning," talks about covering the rise of Apple over his career as the company is set to turn 50 next month, and his new book, "Apple: The First 50 Years."
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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New details about ISIS-inspired attack
New video has emerged of fuses being bought at a Pennsylvania fireworks store by one of the suspects accused of throwing explosive devices outside the New York City mayoral residence. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan has more.
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Video appears to show bomb suspect purchasing fuse at fireworks store
One of two men accused of throwing IEDs at protesters in New York City appears to have purchased fuses at a fireworks store in a Philadelphia suburb last week.
No harmful substances in NYC suspicious package
New York City police have given the all clear after concluding a suspicious package found near Gracie Mansion, the official residence of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, was harmless.
Shots fired at U.S. consulate in Toronto
Shots were fired outside of the U.S. consulate in Toronto, Canada, early Tuesday morning, police said. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Suspicious package near NYC mayor's residence
There is a heavy police presence near New York City's Gracie Mansion, the official residence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, as officials investigate a suspicious package found in the area. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
1,300-pound NASA satellite set to crash down to Earth
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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Sneak peek: The "No Body" Case of Dee Warner
ENCORE: When a woman disappears, her children are certain she's been murdered. But without a body, they know it will be hard to get justice. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports Saturday, March 14 at 9/8c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Fight for control over Strait of Hormuz
Three ships in the Persian Gulf reported a hit from suspected Iranian drones. It comes as the U.S. steps up attacks on the Iranian navy and both sides fight to control the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil supplies. Matt Gutman has the latest.
Flavor Flav honors Team USA female athletes
Flavor Flav, a sponsor and the official hype man of the USA bobsled and skeleton teams, is honoring all of the female Olympians and Paralympians who won a medal at the 2026 Winter Games. He and Olympic gold medalist Elana Meyers Taylor discuss pushing women's sports to the forefront.
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Kurt Russell talks drama series "The Madison"
Kurt Russell, who stars in "The Madison," spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the series, explaining the script "was so familiar" and that he related to it. Russell praised creator Taylor Sheridan, who was also behind the popular series "Yellowstone," and discussed what it was like to work with Michelle Pfeiffer again decades later.