Belarus releases Nobel prize laureate in exchange for U.S. sanctions relief
John Coale, the U.S. special envoy for Belarus, said that normalizing relations between Washington and Minsk was "our goal."
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Where is Russia's mutinous Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin now?
The rebellion leader's whereabouts have been unclear since his brief uprising, but pro-Kremlin media are showing photos purportedly from his raided mansion.
Wagner head arrives in Belarus, Lukashenko says
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said Tuesday that exiled Wagner Group chief Yevgeny Prigozhin had arrived in the country. Russia has agreed to drop charges against Prigozhin stemming from his short-lived revolt. Ian Lee reports.
Putin puts a date on his plan to deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus
Russia said in the spring that it would place "tactical nuclear weapons" in Belarus, just north of Ukraine. Now Putin has said when they'll arrive.
Russia to deploy "tactical nuclear weapons" in Belarus, Putin says
NATO calls Putin's move "dangerous and irresponsible," but the alliance and the White House say there's no indication the Russian leader is about to actually use a nuke.
Ukraine says it's ready if Russia tries to invade again from Belarus
Russian troops poured across Ukraine's northern border a year ago in a failed bid to capture Kyiv. If they try again, Ukrainian forces will be waiting.
Belarus jails Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski for 10 years
Bialiatski, who's been behind bars for almost 2 years, was convicted along with 3 colleagues of financing actions violating public order and smuggling.
Blinken holds meetings on Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken held meetings today with diplomats from former Soviet republics while in Kazakhstan to discuss the war in Ukraine. Belarussian President Alexander Lukashenko is in China for a three-day visit and to meet with President Xi Jinping. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers from Kyiv with more
Belarus dictator to visit China as key Putin allies bolster ties
Ahead of his visit, Alexander Lukashenko lauded Xi Jinping's "peaceful foreign policy" and said no global issues "can be resolved without China."
Germany urges allies to send Ukraine supplies
Germany is urging allies who can send tanks to Ukraine to "do so now." Chancellor Olaf Scholz made the comments on Friday at the Munich Security Conference. CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata spoke with anchors Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano about what the leaders hope to accomplish at the conference regarding the war in Ukraine.
Belarus uses Clinton pic as evidence against ex-presidential candidate
The country's investigative committee says Andrey Dzmitryeu's photo with the former top U.S. diplomat, "may indicate that his activities were coordinated from abroad."
Russia rejects $60-per-barrel price cap and threatens oil supply cutoff
Russian authorities have rejected a price cap on the country's oil set by Ukraine's Western supporters and are threatening to stop supplying the nations that endorsed it.
Ukrainian forces bombard Russian positions in Kherson region
Kremlin-installed Kherson officials said Ukrainian shelling of a Dnieper River ferry crossing killed two journalists.
Russia launches missiles across Ukraine, cements gains in east
Russia's Defense Ministry spokesman said late Saturday that Russian and Moscow-backed separatist forces now control Sievierodonetsk and the villages surrounding it.
Europe steps up sanctions against Belarus
European Union leaders claim Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko engineered a deadly migrant crisis at the border with Poland by encouraging desperate migrants from Syria, Iraq and other war-torn countries to enter Europe in retaliation for recent sanctions. Senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports from the Poland-Belarus border.
Russian ally Belarus says it could host nuclear weapons if threatened
Day before meeting Putin and amid joint war games on Ukraine's border, President Alexander Lukashenko, also says Russian weapons could remain in his country.
Russia continues to amass forces at Ukraine border
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with the Ukrainian president Wednesday, as Russia continues to amass military forces at the country's border. Blinken said Moscow has two choices in the standoff: diplomacy or confrontation. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joined CBSN to discuss the possible outcomes of the tense situation.
Free Belarus Caucus co-chairs on migrant crisis
Thousands of migrants, mostly from the Middle East, remain in limbo in Belarus. The European Union and U.S. accuse Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko of luring migrants to his country as a passageway to seek asylum in the EU and creating a crisis. The co-chairs of the Senate's Free Belarus Caucus, senators Jeanne Shaheen and Roger Wicker, join CBSN to discuss the crisis and other political matters.
Migrants rescued barely conscious near Poland's border with Belarus
The EU says Europe's "last dictator" Alexander Lukashenko has lured thousands of people to his country to try to cross into the EU. Many are camped out in a bitterly cold forest, near a barbed wire border fence.
Thousands stranded at Belarus-Poland border
A migrant surge at the Belarus-Poland border is creating a potential humanitarian crisis in Eastern Europe. CBS News reporter Anna Noryskiewicz gives CBSN's Lana Zak an update from Poland.
Migrants caught in "hybrid warfare" along Poland-Belarus border
Tensions are running high at the Poland-Belarus border amid an uptick in migrant crossings. CBS News correspondent Anna Noryskiewicz visited the area to report on what's happening.
Protests in Belarus over election
The largest demonstrations in the history of Belarus have taken place on recent Sundays. Hundreds of thousands are expected this week in the capital city of Minsk to protest the re-election earlier this month of the nation's strongman president after a vote widely seen as corrupt. Protesters know they're risking arrest or an even worse fate. Chris Livesay reports.
Arrested journalist weeps on Belarus state television
Raman Pratasevich said he was fully cooperating with investigators and declared he respects the authoritarian president he opposed for years.
Russia blocks EU flights as Putin backs Belarus in standoff with West
Airlines are avoiding Belarusian airspace after the country forced a flight off its course to land so a dissident could be arrested. Now Russia is blocking re-routed flights.
Belarus leader claims it's a "total lie" Ryanair jet forced to land
Russia backs implausible explanation from "Europe's last dictator" as arrested dissident's mom pleads for help: "Please save him, they're going to kill him in there!"
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Trump says U.S. will "go back to doing what we were doing" if Iran talks stall
The U.S. and Iran hold fire amid work on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration says a military buildup continues.
Trump asks Supreme Court to step into dispute over mail-in ballot executive order
A federal appeals court on Sunday left in place a lower court decision that blocked implementation of key parts of President Trump's executive order.
Berlin Pride attack suspect with ISIS ties raised red flags, group says
Officials said Abdul Ballout, a 21-year-old German-born citizen with Lebanese roots, plowed a vehicle into celebrants at one of Europe's largest Pride events.
Bryan Kohberger challenges conviction in Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger, the man serving multiple life sentences for the murders of four University of Idaho students, filed a petition for post-conviction relief Monday.
Comey asks judge to drop case over seashells Instagram post
Former FBI Director James Comey argued that criminal charges stemming from an Instagram post should be dropped because his speech is protected by the First Amendment.
3 killed, 4 wounded in Seattle shooting; 15-year-old suspect arrested
Three people were killed and four others wounded in a shooting during a food festival in Seattle, police said. A 15-year-old suspect was in custody.
Savannah Guthrie asks alleged kidnappers to "do the right thing" in new video
In her Instagram post, the "Today" show host said her family had "done our part" and would "never stop looking for" their 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, who has been missing since February.
Trial begins for Lindsay Clancy in murders of her 3 kids
Lindsay Clancy is charged with murder in the deaths of her three young children in Duxbury, Massachusetts in 2023. Her attorney claims she was suffering from extreme portpartum psychosis.
Friend describes last known movements of missing American in Grenada
American Elizabeth Waddell was last seen on July 22 while visiting the tiny Caribbean island of Grenada.
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Bryan Kohberger challenges conviction in Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger, the man serving multiple life sentences for the murders of four University of Idaho students, filed a petition for post-conviction relief Monday.
Trump asks Supreme Court to step into dispute over mail-in ballot executive order
A federal appeals court on Sunday left in place a lower court decision that blocked implementation of key parts of President Trump's executive order.
Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
Savannah Guthrie asks alleged kidnappers to "do the right thing" in new video
In her Instagram post, the "Today" show host said her family had "done our part" and would "never stop looking for" their 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, who has been missing since February.
The biggest weather risk for homeowners? It's no longer hurricanes.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
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Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
The biggest weather risk for homeowners? It's no longer hurricanes.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
Coca-Cola resumes Fairlife milk production after ransomware attack
Coca-Cola restarts production of Fairlife brand milk after a ransomware attack forced it to halt operations at several factories.
Cracker Barrel CEO who oversaw controversial logo redesign to step down
Masino will be replaced on Aug. 10 by David Deno, most recently the CEO of Bloomin' Brands.
Oil prices tumble, stock set to rise amid pause in U.S.-Iran fighting
Crude prices dropped as the U.S. Ambassador to the UN said suspension of attacks is aimed at finding a diplomatic solution.
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Trump asks Supreme Court to step into dispute over mail-in ballot executive order
A federal appeals court on Sunday left in place a lower court decision that blocked implementation of key parts of President Trump's executive order.
Comey asks judge to drop case over seashells Instagram post
Former FBI Director James Comey argued that criminal charges stemming from an Instagram post should be dropped because his speech is protected by the First Amendment.
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GOP targeted progressive dark money. That could boomerang on Trump.
The Trump-linked group Freedom 250 staged America's birthday with tens of millions that it is not required to disclose.
Pentagon lists 4 killed in Iran war under "Overseas Operations Casualties"
Four U.S. service members who were listed in a Pentagon casualties database as having died during the Iran war are now listed as "Overseas Operations Casualties."
Waltz says pause in strikes against Iran is "giving diplomacy some space"
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz also said military assets are being moved into the region. GOP Sen. John Kennedy and independent Sen. Bernie Sanders also weighed in on Iran.
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Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Cyclospora outbreak impact on eating habits
Amid the outbreak of cyclospora, a CBS News poll finds 40% of Americans say they are buying or eating less produce. Nearly half of those polled say they have little or no confidence in the FDA to deal with the outbreak. Carter Evans reports.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of cyclosporiasis, caused by a parasite, have been reported in 41 states. The outbreak comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff; disbanded a national advisory committee on how to prevent microbial contamination in food; winnowed down an early-warning surveillance program for specific pathogens; and further delayed a rule that would have required tracing contaminants from field to store. Correspondent David Pogue talks with experts who see the current compromises of food safety as "a national wake-up call."
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Friend describes last known movements of missing American in Grenada
American Elizabeth Waddell was last seen on July 22 while visiting the tiny Caribbean island of Grenada.
Knife attack in Paris thwarted by quick-thinking bystander, witness says
Officials say the motive behind a violent attack on three women in Paris is unclear, but the suspect shouted incoherently after being tackled by bystanders.
Berlin Pride attack suspect with ISIS ties raised red flags, group says
Officials said Abdul Ballout, a 21-year-old German-born citizen with Lebanese roots, plowed a vehicle into celebrants at one of Europe's largest Pride events.
Fugitive in 1973 murder of iconic singer Victor Jara is captured
Former military officer Nelson Haase was convicted in the death of Jara, who was tortured and murdered with 44 bullets on September 16, 1973.
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Trump says U.S. will "go back to doing what we were doing" if Iran talks stall
The U.S. and Iran hold fire amid work on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration says a military buildup continues.
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Comedian Jeff Arcuri talks new special
Comedian Jeff Arcuri became a sensation on social media after more than a decade of performing at comedy clubs. He talks about his debut stand-up special, "Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You," his comedy reaching new audiences and a time when crowd work didn't go as expected.
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paul de Gelder talks high-risk shark mission
Shark attack survivor and advocate Paul de Gelder talks to "CBS Mornings" about his high-risk mission to search for one of the largest sharks in the North Atlantic as part of this year's "Shark Week" on the Discovery Channel. He also addresses how he overcame his fear of sharks.
The adventurous life of supermodel Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second." (Originally broadcast Jan. 25, 2026.)
7/26: New York Times bestseller lists
Check out this week's top-selling titles on The New York Times fiction and non-fiction lists.
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Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
Theaters score with themed popcorn buckets
Bradley Blackburn visits gets a taste of the custom popcorn buckets from movies like "The Odyssey" that are driving fans crazy.
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.
Brands cash in on AI influencers
A growing number of faces on your feeds are generated by artificial intelligence, and brands are buying in. Increasingly, these AI influencers are marketing products, often deceptively, to consumers. Shanelle Kaul has more.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Bryan Kohberger challenges conviction in Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger, the man serving multiple life sentences for the murders of four University of Idaho students, filed a petition for post-conviction relief Monday.
Officials give update on Seattle shooting
Authorities in Seattle on Monday gave an update on Sunday night's shooting at a food festival near the Space Needle. Three people were killed and four were wounded. CBS News' Anna Schecter provided further context on the news conference.
Chiefs assistant coach's son charged in shooting
Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Eric Bieniemy's son, Elijah, has been charged in the shooting of his mother in Virginia and is being held without bond, authorities say. Mia Bieniemy, 57, was taken to a hospital and was reported to be in stable condition.
Suspect in Berlin Pride attack linked to ISIS
Abdul Ballout, the suspect accused of plowing his vehicle into a crowd at a Berlin Pride event, killing at least one and injuring dozens, tried to join ISIS and was headed to a deradicalization program, police say. Chris Livesay shares all the new details.
Latest on Berlin Pride attack suspect
More information is emerging about the timeline of the deadly Berlin Pride car ramming attack and about the suspect. CBS News' Anna Noryskiewicz has the latest.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Theaters score with themed popcorn buckets
Bradley Blackburn visits gets a taste of the custom popcorn buckets from movies like "The Odyssey" that are driving fans crazy.
Officials give update on Seattle shooting
Authorities in Seattle on Monday gave an update on Sunday night's shooting at a food festival near the Space Needle. Three people were killed and four were wounded. CBS News' Anna Schecter provided further context on the news conference.
New U.S.-Canada bridge opens
Marta Leardi-Anderson, executive director of the Cross-Border Institute, joins CBS News to discuss the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge on Monday, which connects Detroit and Ontario, as President Trump raises questions about the agreement governing its use.
Chiefs assistant coach's son charged in shooting
Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Eric Bieniemy's son, Elijah, has been charged in the shooting of his mother in Virginia and is being held without bond, authorities say. Mia Bieniemy, 57, was taken to a hospital and was reported to be in stable condition.
Trump pausing Iran strikes for now
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz says President Trump is "giving diplomacy a chance" amid a multi-day pause in strikes against Iran. CBS News' Weijia Jang has more.