Australia synagogue fire "likely a terrorist incident," police say
Police say a fire that seriously damaged a synagogue in Melbourne, Australia, was very likely caused by arsonists in "a terrorist attack."
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Israel says, rabbi killed in the UAE in "heinous antisemitic terror incident"
Zvi Kogan, 28, an ultra-Orthodox rabbi who went missing on Thursday, ran a Kosher grocery store in the futuristic city of Dubai.
Brief scuffle between fans mars France-Israel soccer match
Some 4,000 security forces were deployed to keep the peace in Paris as Israel's national soccer team faces France a week after antisemitic attacks in Amsterdam.
Fallout from anti-Israeli violence in Amsterdam
Amsterdam banned all protests this weekend after attacks occurred against Israeli soccer fans on Thursday. Elizabeth Palmer reports on the fallout.
Israeli soccer fans attacked in Amsterdam
There were multiple violent attacks on Israeli fans in Amsterdam after a soccer match Thursday night between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv. Police detained more than 60 people, and five people who were attacked were hospitalized. In a social media post, President Biden described the "antisemitic attacks" as "despicable."
Arrests made in attack on Israeli soccer fans
Israeli soccer fans were violently attacked in Amsterdam on Thursday night in what Dutch authorities are calling an antisemitic incident. Police say at least 62 people have been arrested in connection to the attacks. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
2 Jewish DePaul students punched while showing support for Israel
The students suffered physical injuries, but declined medical treatment, according to the university.
West Ridge a hotbed of anti-Jewish hate crimes, police data show
Chicago recorded about 70 anti-Jewish hate crimes this year, including vandalism and bomb threats, with West Ridge hit more than any neighborhood in the city.
One-year mark of Oct. 7 attack prompts bulletin warning of violent extremism
A federal intelligence bulletin, authored by FBI, DHS and NCTC, warns of potential violent extremism in response to the one-year mark of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
Fallout from CNN's report on Mark Robinson
North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson is refusing to get out of the state's gubernatorial race amid a swirling controversy over his alleged comments on a porn site. A CNN investigation reports the Republican candidate used racist and incendiary language online more than a decade ago. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest on the fallout.
Trump: Israel will not exist if I don't win
Donald Trump claimed Thursday night that if he doesn't win in November, Jewish voters would be partly to blame and that Israel would be "eradicated." Trump made the remarks at an event aimed at addressing antisemitism. CBS News campaign reporter Libby Cathey has more.
Trump courting Jewish voters in D.C.
Former President Donald Trump is courting Jewish voters and will attend an event on fighting antisemitism taking place in Washington D.C. This comes as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah rise in the Middle East. CBS News political director Fin Gómez.
Suspect arrested in NYC terror plot, feds say
"Federal authorities Friday said a Pakistani citizen living in Canada was arrested on allegations he was plotting to carry out a mass shooting at a Jewish center in New York City "on or around" the one-year mark of the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on Israel. Nancy Cordes has details. "
Police fatally shoot armed man near Israeli Consulate in Munich
Police in Munich, Germany fatally shot a gunman near the Israeli Consulate and a museum on Nazi-era history, leaving the suspect wounded.
Ads for U.S. political groups, candidates appear under racist posts on X
Ads for major Republican and Democratic groups and candidates appear under racist content that could be making money on X.
How one group is leading the nationwide effort to track antisemitic threats
The Secure Community Network tracked over 5,000 threats last year, sending more than 1,600 tips to law enforcement.
Nationwide effort to track antisemitic threats
In the Chicago command center of the Secure Community Network, threats to the nation's Jewish community are mapped from coast-to-coast. The organization tracked more than 5,000 threats last year, sending more than 1,600 tips to law enforcement. Nicole Sganga has more.
Suspect arrested in arson attack targeting synagogue in France
Five people, including the rabbi, who were present in the synagogue complex at the time of the attack were unharmed.
World Bank pulls paid ads from X over racist content on Musk's platform
The World Bank has halted all paid advertising on X after CBS News found its promoted ads under racist posts.
3 Columbia University administrators ousted from posts over controversial texts
Three administrators have been "permanently removed from their positions" at Columbia College and "remain on leave" over texts they exchanged during an on-campus event about Jewish life at the school, Columbia University's president announced Monday.
Antisemitism in Europe drives some Jews to seek safety in Israel
Despite the war still raging minutes away in Gaza, Jewish families tells CBS News they feel safer in southern Israel than they did in Paris or London.
Stuart Eizenstat on "The Art of Diplomacy"
American leadership has been tested in several different venues across the globe, from the wars in Ukraine and Gaza to tense relations with China. But the U.S. must rely on diplomacy to reach a peaceful resolution to these global issues. Stuart Eizenstat, who served in six presidential administrations on both sides of the aisle, joins CBS News to discuss his new book, "The Art of Diplomacy," and how the U.S. can navigate its future diplomatic endeavors.
Northwestern president on protest response
Speaking at a House education committee hearing on campus antisemitism, Northwestern University President Michael Schill talked about his school's response to a protest encampment over the war in Gaza. See Schill's full opening statement.
UCLA chancellor on campus protest response
During Thursday's House Education Committee hearing on campus antisemitism, Gene Block, the chancellor at the University of California, Los Angeles, spoke about his experience with protests over the Gaza war at his school.
Rep. Ilhan Omar admonishes UCLA chancellor
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar used her time during Thursday's congressional hearing on antisemitism on college campuses to criticize UCLA Chancellor Gene Block for his school's response to violence that broke out during protests over the war in Gaza. Omar told Block he "should be ashamed for letting a peaceful protest gathering get hijacked by an angry mob."
Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal finalized, Netanyahu's office says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office announced that Israel's negotiating team had finalized a deal on the release of hostages held in Gaza.
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Southern California containment efforts continue today as winds weaken
Fires across the Los Angeles area have killed at least 27 people. The Palisades and Eaton wildfires continue to burn in California today. Here are the latest updates.
David Lynch, director of "Twin Peaks" and "Blue Velvet," dies at 78
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.
Trump to install Texas border czar as Border Patrol chief, sources say
Mike Banks, who has spearheaded Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's border crackdown, is expected to be appointed Border Patrol chief after President-elect Donald Trump is sworn into office.
Supreme Court may announce opinions Friday as TikTok decision looms
The Supreme Court said it may announce opinions on Friday, a last-minute addition that comes just two days before a law that would ban TikTok is set to go into effect.
Wildfire conspiracy theories are going viral again. Why?
Researchers say the conspiracies around the L.A. wildfires follow familiar patterns.
SpaceX's Starship spacecraft destroyed in mega rocket launch
Telemetry from the Starship froze just more than 8 minutes after launch from Texas, moments after engines began shutting down.
Polar vortex set to freeze the U.S. as far as the Deep South
A deep freeze, thanks to the polar vortex dipping down from Siberia, will bring frigid temperatures to nearly 300 million Americans.
How Watch Duty became an essential app during the L.A. wildfires
The Watch Duty app's fire fact-checkers brought reliable information to Los Angeles residents during a week of chaos.
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Driver pleads guilty in smuggling attempt that resulted in 53 migrant deaths
Temperatures reached 100 degrees Fahrenheit while migrants screamed and banged the walls of the trailer for help or tried to claw their way out, investigators said.
Polar vortex set to freeze the U.S. as far as the Deep South
A deep freeze, thanks to the polar vortex dipping down from Siberia, will bring frigid temperatures to nearly 300 million Americans.
How Watch Duty became an essential app during the L.A. wildfires
The Watch Duty app's fire fact-checkers brought reliable information to Los Angeles residents during a week of chaos.
Judge allows 3 states to advance efforts to restrict access to abortion pill
A federal judge in Texas is allowing three other states to pursue a challenge seeking to restrict access to the abortion pill mifepristone nationwide.
What's a passive home and what can L.A. learn from Colorado's worst fire?
In L.A., where the historic Palisades and Eaton Fires continue to burn, a Passive House was the only house still standing in its neighborhood.
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Capital One customers report deposits not showing up in their accounts
Capital One says the bank is working to restore service after thousands of customers reported problems depositing money.
Investors urge Walmart not to "give into bullying" on diversity
Some Walmart shareholders say the retailer hasn't offered a good business case for canceling its diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Bessent calls for stronger Russia sanctions at treasury confirmation hearing
Scott Bessent, tapped by Donald Trump to be treasury secretary, faced sharp questions from Democrats and Republicans on tax policy, tariffs, China, Russia sanctions and the IRS.
Women's college basketball teams to be paid for playing NCAA Tournament games
In a move to help close the pay gap between men and women in college sports, the NCAA will now pay Division I women's basketball teams who play in March Madness games starting this year.
State Farm cancels Super Bowl ad, citing impact of Los Angeles fires
State Farm is pulling its Super Bowl ad, saying the insurer is focused on supporting Los Angeles residents.
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Judge allows 3 states to advance efforts to restrict access to abortion pill
A federal judge in Texas is allowing three other states to pursue a challenge seeking to restrict access to the abortion pill mifepristone nationwide.
Trump to install Texas border czar as Border Patrol chief, sources say
Mike Banks, who has spearheaded Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's border crackdown, is expected to be appointed Border Patrol chief after President-elect Donald Trump is sworn into office.
Trump names Mel Gibson, Jon Voight and Sylvester Stallone his Hollywood envoys
President-elect Donald Trump said the three will be his "eyes and ears" in Hollywood.
Supreme Court may announce opinions Friday as TikTok decision looms
The Supreme Court said it may announce opinions on Friday, a last-minute addition that comes just two days before a law that would ban TikTok is set to go into effect.
Bessent calls for stronger Russia sanctions at treasury confirmation hearing
Scott Bessent, tapped by Donald Trump to be treasury secretary, faced sharp questions from Democrats and Republicans on tax policy, tariffs, China, Russia sanctions and the IRS.
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The long-term mental health toll of wildfires and the danger if left untreated
Wildfires can take a long-term toll on mental health, and, if left untreated, people can suffer for even longer. Experts explain what to know.
How food brands, drugmakers are responding to FDA's ban of food dye Red 3
Food manufacturers will have until 2027 to stop using the dye. Drugmakers have until 2028.
Nearly 330,000 smoke alarms sold by HSN recalled due to malfunction
There have been 8 reports of made-in-China alarms sold by HSN nationwide and online not sounding in response to smoke.
Cancer deaths are down in U.S., but rates rise for some groups
The American Cancer Society's annual cancer trend report shows cancer mortality is decreasing but cancer rates are increasing in young adults and women.
Junk food turns public villain as power shifts in Washington
Some Trump insiders are ready to take on the food industry. It remains to be seen whether their entrée will result in any meaningful change in government oversight of "Big Food" — or on American health.
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Australian woman charged with poisoning toddler, then requesting donations
The 1-year-old girl was subjected to "immense distress and pain" for over two months, according to police in Queensland, Australia.
U.K. to open new inquiries into past child grooming cases after Musk tweet
Britain's Home Secretary announced there would be a number of new local inquiries into decade-old allegations of child grooming, weeks after Elon Musk accused British Prime Minister Keir Starmer of failings.
Pope Francis hurt in fall at home for second time in less than 6 weeks
Francis, 88, didn't break his arm, but a sling was put on as a precaution, the Vatican says.
Knife lodged in Bollywood star's spine during home invasion in Mumbai
Doctors say Saif Ali Khan is recovering well after being stabbed multiple times by a burglar who broke into his Mumbai home.
"TikTok refugees" are flocking to RedNote. Could it face the same fate?
With the U.S. ban on TikTok looming, many Americans are opting for another Chinese app known as RedNote. It could be short-lived.
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Billie Eilish, Green Day and more to headline FireAid benefit concert
The proceeds will help short and long-term relief efforts for Southern California wildfire victims.
Trump names Mel Gibson, Jon Voight and Sylvester Stallone his Hollywood envoys
President-elect Donald Trump said the three will be his "eyes and ears" in Hollywood.
Justin Baldoni sues Blake Lively as "It Ends With Us" feud deepens
Justin Baldoni's lawsuit comes after "It Ends With Us" co-star Blake Lively accused him of sexual harassment.
David Lynch, director of "Twin Peaks" and "Blue Velvet," dies at 78
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.
Fox to stream Super Bowl for free on Tubi for the first time
A second stream on Tubi will feature the "Tubi Red Carpet" hosted by Olivia Culpo from the Superdome in New Orleans.
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How a TikTok ban would affect Gen Z users
The TikTok ban will take effect on Sunday if its Chinese-owned parent company, ByteDance, does not divest its ownership. Denora Getachew, CEO of dosomething.org, a leading site for young activism, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the potential ban's effect.
"TikTok refugees" are flocking to RedNote. Could it face the same fate?
With the U.S. ban on TikTok looming, many Americans are opting for another Chinese app known as RedNote. It could be short-lived.
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.
How to download your TikTok data in case the app goes dark
Some TikTok users are preparing for the likely ban by downloading their data. Here's how to do it.
Meta is cutting 5% of its workforce, or more than 3,600 employees
Meta will cut about 5% of its workforce, focusing on getting rid of low-performing employees at the social media giant.
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Scientists make "jaw-dropping" discovery about Iron Age women in U.K.
Scientists analyzing 2,000-year-old DNA have revealed that a Celtic society in the southern U.K. during the Iron Age was centered around women, a study said.
SpaceX pushes Starship test flight back one day due to weather
If the weather cooperates, the Starship launch will follow the maiden flight of Jeff Bezos' already weather-delayed New Glenn rocket.
What to know about the pink fire retardant being dropped on L.A. wildfires
Aircraft battling fires raging through the Los Angeles area are dropping hundreds of thousands of gallons of hot-pink fire suppressant in a desperate effort to stop the flames.
When will cicadas come back in 2025?
Brood XIV, the second-largest group of periodical cicadas, known for their noisy mass emergence from the ground, will arrive this spring.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
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Australian woman charged with poisoning toddler, then requesting donations
The 1-year-old girl was subjected to "immense distress and pain" for over two months, according to police in Queensland, Australia.
Drug-eating rats invade Houston police evidence room
The rodents are enjoying marijuana at the Houston Police Department that has been sitting in evidence for years.
Knife lodged in Bollywood star's spine during home invasion in Mumbai
Doctors say Saif Ali Khan is recovering well after being stabbed multiple times by a burglar who broke into his Mumbai home.
Man sought after "So I raped you" Facebook message extradited to U.S.
Ian Cleary is accused of stalking an 18-year-old Gettysburg College student, sneaking into her dorm and sexually assaulting her while she texted friends for help.
Army doctor learns fate for sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin pleaded guilty to 36 counts of abusive sexual contact and five of indecent viewing, officials said.
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What's next for SpaceX?
SpaceX completed its seventh launch of the Starship rocket, Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket into orbit and a NASA astronaut stuck in space went on her first spacewalk in seven months. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks down the latest stories.
SpaceX's Starship spacecraft destroyed in mega rocket launch
Telemetry from the Starship froze just more than 8 minutes after launch from Texas, moments after engines began shutting down.
Details on Blue Origin launch of Glenn rocket
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket was launched Thursday morning in Florida following a three-day delay. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer from the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the launch.
Blue Origin launches New Glenn rocket
Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket early Thursday, sending a test satellite into orbit. The mission wasn't a complete success though, as the booster crashed while trying to land on a platform in the Atlantic Ocean.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin New Glenn rocket soars into space on maiden flight
Despite losing its booster during a landing attempt, the upper stage reached orbit as planned.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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L.A. residents returned home to find ruins
Some Los Angeles residents have been allowed to return to areas that were evacuated amid the wildfires, but others may have to wait at least another week before they can see what's left of their homes. Rob Marciano reports.
Fire weather conditions improve in L.A.
Winds in the Los Angeles area ease as crews continue to battle wildfires on Thursday. Meanwhile, freezing temperatures are expected to move East this week. CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the forecast.
What's next for SpaceX?
SpaceX completed its seventh launch of the Starship rocket, Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket into orbit and a NASA astronaut stuck in space went on her first spacewalk in seven months. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks down the latest stories.
Rising cancer rates in young women: Report
While a new report from the American Cancer Society showed an overall drop in U.S. cancer deaths, it also highlighted an uptick in the number of young women being diagnosed with the disease. Dr. Larry Norton, breast medical oncologist at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
What to expect from Trump's climate policy
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Environmental Protection Agency faced a confirmation hearing on Thursday. Former New York Rep. Lee Zeldin said he believes in climate change, despite Trump calling it a hoax. CBS News senior coordinating producer of climate Tracy Wholf has more.