Attack at Somalia beach hotel by al-Qaeda-linked group kills at least 32
Al Qaeda's East Africa affiliate, al-Shabab, said through its radio that its fighters carried out the attack.
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Somalia drought blamed for some 43,000 deaths, half of them children
The war in Ukraine and a fight against domestic terrorists have worsened the nightmare in the east African nation, and the "crisis is far from over."
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.
At least 4 reportedly killed as al Qaeda-linked militants storm hotel
"So far we have confirmed the death of four people," said one security official, adding that others had been rescued from the besieged hotel.
Death toll hits 100 after double car bombing in Somali capital
A police spokesman said there were mothers "with their children trapped on their backs" among the victims in the attack carried out by "ruthless terrorists."
Hunger in Somalia is putting "a child per minute" into hospitals
A formal famine declaration is expected in the coming weeks, but desperate families are already burying their malnourished children as aid workers plead for help.
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A U.S. general called for continued partnership with African countries in the fight against extremism. Ten prison guards in Mexico City are being questioned after several high-profile inmates escaped. And an independent watchdog has ruled against Prince Harry over a complaint against a British tabloid. CBS News' Debora Patta rounds up the world headlines from Johannesburg.
3 Americans killed in Kenya terror attack
A U.S. service member and two Defense Department contractors were killed Sunday in an attack by an al Qaeda-linked group on a military base in Kenya used by American forces. The U.S. Africa Command blamed al Shabaab, al Qaeda's outpost in Africa, for the attack.
3 Americans killed in terrorist attack on Kenyan military base
The U.S. Africa Command blamed al Shabaab, al Qaeda's outpost in Africa, for the attack.
Militants attack base used by U.S. forces in Somalia
Belidogle airstrip is used by U.S. drones to target the al-Shabab militant group, which has claimed the attack on the base
At least one American killed in terrorist siege on Somalia hotel
Al Qaeda-affiliated group al-Shabaab claimed responsibility for the attack
Cuban doctors kidnapped by suspected Islamic extremists in Kenya
Police sources say "modus operandi and the fact that they went towards the Somalia border" makes it likely al-Shabab terror group behind abduction
Al-Shabab claims new carnage despite relentless U.S. air war
Bomb blast in Mogadishu comes weeks after brazen attack in Kenya, where U.S. warns of more attacks despite regular U.S. strikes targeting terrorists
American killed in Kenya terror attack survived 9/11
Jason Spindler gave up a high-powered Wall Street career for the chance to make a difference, a passion for change that led him to Kenya
Security footage shows gunmen looking for victims in Kenya terror attack
At least 14 people were killed in the attack at a luxury hotel in Nairobi
Terror attack erupts in Kenya's capital
Al-Shabab, the Somalia-based Islamic extremist group, has claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on a luxury hotel in Kenya's capital. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has more.
Extremists launch deadly attack on luxury hotel in Kenya
"It is terrible. What I have seen is terrible," said a man who ran from the scene
Gunfire, blast at upscale complex in Kenya
An upscale hotel-and-office complex in Kenya's capital has been attacked, with explosions and heavy gunfire. Video footage from the scene showed cars on fire. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joined CBSN from Johannesburg, South Africa, with more.
Prominent journalist among the dead in terrorist attack
Awil Dahir Salad was a veteran reporter who worked to revive the country's media
Somalis say airstrike killed more al-Shabab recruits than U.S. claimed
Pentagon says about 60 extremists killed in attack on training camp in Somalia, but local officials say it was even bigger
U.S. carries out deadliest airstrike against al-Shabaab in nearly a year
The airstrike was the largest against the al-Qaida-linked group in nearly a year, says U.S. Africa Command
U.S. says 9 al-Shabab militants killed in Somalia airstrike
Africa Command says no civilians injured or killed in strike carried out in coordination with Somali government
Al-Shabab bans plastic bags
The Al-Qaeda-linked terror group Al-Shabab has banned plastic bags in the territories it controls across Somalia. The militants are known for suicide bombings that have killed and wounded thousands of people. CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer for GZERO Media, Willis Sparks, explains the group's objectives.
U.S. soldier killed in Somalia identified
This was the first public announcement of a U.S. military combat death in Africa since four U.S. service members were killed in a militant ambush in Niger in October
Trump says he'll announce new tariffs on aluminum, steel imports today
President Trump also said he would announce "reciprocal tariffs" on Tuesday or Wednesday.
Third federal judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship executive order
U.S. District Judge Joseph Laplante agreed to grant a preliminary injunction sought by immigrant-rights groups.
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2 million baked goods, including some sold at Dunkin', recalled
Recalled products involved a mix of Bavarian doughnuts, French crullers, éclairs and coffee rolls, according to FDA.
Trump has paralyzed agency guarding worker rights, labor experts say
President Trump's firing of one of the National Labor Relations Board's five members has left the labor watchdog adrift, experts say.
NASA to study "city-killer" asteroid as odds of hitting Earth go up
Astronomers will use the Webb telescope to closely monitor the size and trajectory of an asteroid that has a slim chance of striking Earth in 2032.
Federal employees union files lawsuits over CFPB shutdown, DOGE access
A union representing employees across dozens of federal agencies filed two lawsuits on Sunday against the acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Super Bowl halftime protester gets lifetime ban from NFL stadiums
A performer at Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show who unfurled a flag with the words Sudan and Gaza in a protest over the two wars there will be banned from NFL stadiums for life, the league says.
U.S. skiing champ Mikaela Shiffrin struggling with post-injury PTSD
American champion Mikaela Shiffrin won't defend her giant slalom title at the world championships as she grapples with the mental impact of a major injury.
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Trump has paralyzed agency guarding worker rights, labor experts say
President Trump's firing of one of the National Labor Relations Board's five members has left the labor watchdog adrift, experts say.
Federal employees union files lawsuits over CFPB shutdown, DOGE access
A union representing employees across dozens of federal agencies filed two lawsuits on Sunday against the acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Third federal judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship executive order
U.S. District Judge Joseph Laplante agreed to grant a preliminary injunction sought by immigrant-rights groups.
2 million baked goods, including some sold at Dunkin', recalled
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Trump has paralyzed agency guarding worker rights, labor experts say
President Trump's firing of one of the National Labor Relations Board's five members has left the labor watchdog adrift, experts say.
Federal employees union files lawsuits over CFPB shutdown, DOGE access
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2 million baked goods, including some sold at Dunkin', recalled
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Trump directs Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing cost
The U.S. Mint reported losing $85.3 million in the 2024 fiscal year that ended in September on the nearly 3.2 billion pennies it produced.
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Trump has paralyzed agency guarding worker rights, labor experts say
President Trump's firing of one of the National Labor Relations Board's five members has left the labor watchdog adrift, experts say.
Federal employees union files lawsuits over CFPB shutdown, DOGE access
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Third federal judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship executive order
U.S. District Judge Joseph Laplante agreed to grant a preliminary injunction sought by immigrant-rights groups.
Court blocks administration from deporting 3 Venezuelan immigrants to Gitmo
A federal blocked the Trump administration from sending three Venezuelan immigrants held in New Mexico to Guantanamo Bay Naval Base as part of the president's immigration crackdown.
Trump directs Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing cost
The U.S. Mint reported losing $85.3 million in the 2024 fiscal year that ended in September on the nearly 3.2 billion pennies it produced.
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2 million baked goods, including some sold at Dunkin', recalled
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The Friendship Bench: Bringing talk therapy into underserved communities
A program begun in Zimbabwe in which grandmothers and older listeners serve as "first responders" for those seeking mental health assistance in underserved communities has now expanded to nine countries, including the U.S.
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Dr. Dixon Chibanda was one of the few practicing psychiatrists in Zimbabwe when he founded the Friendship Bench, a program that trained grandmothers to serve as "first responders" for those seeking mental health assistance in underserved communities. The program has since grown to include over 3,000 older listeners attending to more than 300,000 people all over Zimbabwe, and is now expanding to vulnerable communities in nine countries, including the United States. Chibanda talks with CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about how older listeners can be effective at alleviating symptoms of both depression and generalized anxiety disorders.
How the football world is trying to tackle the problem of concussions
In an effort to reduce concussions among players, the NFL is teaming up with helmet manufacturers to create safer equipment.
An expecting mom's headache was an early warning of an alarming condition
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Hamas says Israel violating Gaza ceasefire, next hostage release delayed
Hamas accuses Israel of systematically violating the Gaza ceasefire, and says the next hostage release will be delayed.
Teacher stabs 8-year-old girl to death at school in South Korea
The teacher confessed to the crime after police officers found her and the young girl with stab wounds at the elementary school, local media reported.
USAID cuts threaten global women's program championed by Ivanka Trump
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Shark attack injures 2 American women, one seriously, in the Bahamas
Two American women suffered injuries in an apparent shark attack in the Bahamas, local authorities said. The incident is under investigation.
Romania's president announces resignation under pressure from far-right
One Romanian political analyst says President Klaus Iohannis' decision to resign means "the populists can say they won."
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Police unplug Ed Sheeran's impromptu busking performance in Bengaluru
British superstar singer Ed Sheeran, after being unplugged by Indian police, insists he did have permission to busk in tech hub Bengaluru.
Justin Hartley gives preview of "Tracker"
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Best commercials from Super Bowl
Millions of Americans tuned into the 2025 Super Bowl on Sunday, but some were watching for the ads more than the game. Ad Age editor-in-chief Jeanine Poggi breaks down some of the best Super Bowl commercials and trends.
Taylor Swift booed at Super Bowl by heavily pro-Eagles crowd
Taylor Swift was back at the Super Bowl to watch Travis Kelce and his Kansas City Chiefs play the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.
"Wicked" star Cynthia Erivo on soaring to success
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Sony PlayStation Network infuriates gamers worldwide
Reports of connectivity issues spread quickly across social media, with Sony PlayStation users reporting issues late Friday.
U.K. firm finds way to turn damaging greenhouse gas into useful products
Methane is one of the climate-damaging gases emitted by industry, but a British firm has found a way to give it a major makeover.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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The use of generative AI in schools is causing a divide in classrooms across the country. While some teachers embrace its use, others are banning it. AI for Education CEO Amanda Bickerstaff and professor James Taylor from the College of New Jersey join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss their different viewpoints.
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Mexican long-nosed bats now being tracked via "eDNA" using their saliva
Endangered Mexican long-nosed bats are now being tracked via "eDNA" using their saliva.
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January 2025 was hottest January on record despite factors working against it
The world set yet another monthly heat record in January, despite an abnormally chilly U.S., a cooling La Nina and predictions of a slightly less hot 2025, the European climate service Copernicus says.
Scientists say they've produced world's first IVF kangaroo embryo
Australia-based scientists say they've produced the world's first kangaroo embryo through IVF and hailed it as a key step toward saving endangered marsupials.
Scientists digitally "unroll" ancient scroll scorched by Mount Vesuvius
Researchers used advanced technology to digitally "unroll" an ancient Greek text on carbonized papyrus, and now they're reading it.
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Teacher stabs 8-year-old girl to death at school in South Korea
The teacher confessed to the crime after police officers found her and the young girl with stab wounds at the elementary school, local media reported.
Cartel leader's son-in-law pleads guilty in violent price-fixing scheme
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"Psychological autopsy" used to determine mindset of shooting victim
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2 arrested in brutal stabbing death of Fort Campbell soldier
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NASA to study "city-killer" asteroid as odds of hitting Earth go up
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NASA astronaut says "we don't feel abandoned" as space mission stretches on
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Hubble Telescope captures cosmic collision
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Risk of falling space junk impacting planes is growing, experts warn
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Justice Department, FBI brace for more firings
More shake-ups are expected at the Department of Justice as Pam Bondi's first full week as U.S. attorney general begins with new policies and initiatives likely. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
IDF continue operations in West Bank
As the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza continues to hold, Israeli forces have stepped up operations in the West Bank in recent weeks. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has traveled to the West Bank city of Jenin, where Israeli forces have been conducting a large-scale offensive since January 21.
Vice President Vance in Paris for AI summit
Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Paris as world leaders and tech CEO's gather in the French capital for a two-day summit on artificial intelligence. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe has more.
Votes expected this week for Gabbard, RFK Jr.
Republicans are racing to shore up support for Trump Cabinet nominees Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard with confirmation votes expected for them this week. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on that and the ongoing budget talks on Capitol Hill.
Iran's president on Trump
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said that President Trump is aiming to bring Iran to its knees during remarks Monday at Iran's celebration marking the 46th anniversary of the Islamic revolution. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd has more on the U.S.-Iran relationship.