U.K. leader criticizes city's ban on Israeli soccer team's fans
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Birmingham authorities were wrong to ban fans of Israel's Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer team.
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Report warns extremists increasingly using AI to intensify antisemitic propaganda
Secure Communities Network, a nonprofit group dedicated to safeguarding the Jewish community in North America, published the report on AI and antisemitism.
2 killed in terror attack outside synagogue in U.K.; attacker dead
The terror attack unfolded outside a synagogue in the English city of Manchester while worshippers were inside, authorities said.
Australia accuses Iran of antisemitic arson attacks, expels diplomats
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Iran directed two antisemitic attacks in the country, and diplomatic relations will now end.
U.S. to probe "anti-American" views of immigrants
The Trump administration has instructed government officials to investigate what it is calling "anti-American" views and activities of people applying for immigration benefits, including those applying for green cards and work permits. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Arrest made in December 2024 Melbourne synagogue arson attack
A 21-year-old Melbourne man, who was not identified, was arrested at a house on suspicion he had set the fire at the Adass Israel Synagogue in December.
Columbia agrees to settlement with Trump
Columbia University has agreed to a $200 million settlement with the Trump administration to settle a dispute over campus protests and claims that it didn't do enough to address antisemitism. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Batiste reports.
Harvard, Trump administration go to court
Protestors showed up at the federal courthouse in Boston on Monday amid Harvard's $2 billion legal battle with the Trump administration. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Trump, Harvard lawyers head to court
Trump administration lawyers and Harvard are heading to court Monday in the legal battle over federal funding, which the White House froze after it said the university failed to address antisemitism on campus. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Elmo's X account hacked, shares antisemitic posts: "Disgusting messages"
Elmo's X account posted antisemitic and racist posts after it was hacked on Sunday, a spokesperson for the makers of "Sesame Street" said in a statement.
Hearing on antisemitism in higher education
The House Committee on Education and Workforce is holding its ninth hearing in 18 months on antisemitism on college campuses. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more details.
Columbia University trustee calls on board to comply with Trump admin. demands
A member of Columbia University's Board of Trustees is calling on the school to comply with the Trump administration's demands regarding alleged antisemitism on campus.
Details on Grok's antisemitic posts
Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, made several antisemitic posts and praised Adolf Hitler on X on Tuesday. The comments have since been deleted. Makena Kelly, senior writer at Wired, joins "The Takeout" with more.
Grok, Elon Musk's AI chatbot on X, posts antisemitic comments, later deleted
The antisemitic posts from Grok came days after Elon Musk wrote on X that the chatbot had been improved "significantly."
Grok posts antisemitic comments later deleted
The AI chatbot Grok made several antisemitic comments and praised Adolf Hitler on X on Tuesday before the posts were deleted. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
Man sets door of Australian synagogue on fire with worshippers inside
A man doused the front doors of a downtown Melbourne synagogue and set them alight Friday night, Australian police said Saturday.
Australia revokes Ye's entry visa over his "Heil Hitler" song
Australia's immigration minister says Ye's entry visa was revoked over his song praising Adolf Hitler: "We don't need that in Australia."
Risks for Jewish community amid Iran conflict
CBS News has learned the FBI boosted counterterrorism resources after the U.S. struck Iran's nuclear sites. Michael Masters, national director and CEO of the Secure Community Network, joins "The Takeout" to unpack the threats facing the Jewish community amid tensions in the Middle East.
Hate crime charges for Boulder attack suspect
The suspect in the terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, will be tried on a dozen federal hate crime charges. He's accused of using Molotov cocktails to attack a group of people marching for the release of Israeli hostages. CBS News Homeland Security correspondent Nicole Sganga has more.
Bill banning teaching antisemitism vetoed by Arizona's governor
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill banning the teaching of antisemitism at the state's public K-12 schools, universities and colleges, saying it was actually an attack on educators.
Feds warn about threats to Israeli and Jewish institutions in U.S.
A new bulletin warns that recent attacks "could motivate others to conduct violence against Israeli and Jewish institutions, or their supporters."
Security alert for Jewish and Israeli communities
Federal law enforcement agencies have issued a new intelligence bulletin, obtained by CBS News, warning that recent attacks in Boulder, Colorado, at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., and at the Pennsylvania governor's residence "could motivate others to conduct violence against Israeli and Jewish institutions, or their supporters." Nicole Sganga has more.
New video of Colorado attack
New footage shows the moment police say the Boulder, Colorado, attack suspect threw a flaming Molotov cocktail at demonstrators. Police say the suspect, Mohammed Soliman, an Egyptian national who overstayed his visa in 2023, also caught himself on fire in the video. Meanwhile, CBS News Colorado's Justin Adams reports on Wednesday's vigil.
ADL CEO weighs in on Boulder attack
A dozen people in Boulder, Colorado, were injured in an attack on a group of peaceful demonstrators who were marching to support Israeli hostages in Gaza. It comes as antisemitic incidents have spiked since the deadly Hamas terror attack on Oct. 7, 2023. Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, joins to discuss.
Paris officials investigate vandalism at Holocaust memorial, 3 synagogues
The Paris prosecutor's office confirmed it had opened a probe for "damage committed on the grounds of religion."
Trump says if Iran kills protesters, U.S. will "come to their rescue"
As U.S.-Iran tension soars, Trump warns violence against protesters could bring an American intervention: "We are locked and loaded and ready to go."
Potential ISIS-inspired attack thwarted in North Carolina, officials say
The FBI's field office in Charlotte, North Carolina, said the potential attack was inspired by ISIS.
Tony Dokoupil: Don't just trust me. Make me earn it.
"You come first," declares the new anchor of the Evening News. "Not advertisers. Not politicians. Not corporate interests — including the new owners of CBS."
9 Minnesota child centers in viral video "operating as expected," officials say
Nine of the Minnesota child care centers that were discussed in a viral video, prompting allegations of fraud, were operated as expected when state investigators conducted on-site checks this week, officials said on Friday.
Swiss bar fire started by sparklers, investigators say, amid efforts to ID victims
Many of those killed and injured by a fire that tore through a bar in Switzerland's Crans-Montana ski resort were teenagers celebrating the new year.
Judge orders alleged D.C. pipe bomber to remain detained pending trial
The suspect, Brian Cole, has not yet entered a plea to the charges stemming from two bombs found near Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters nearly five years ago.
Prominent Jan. 6 defendants plan march to Capitol to mark 5 years since attack
House Democrats will also be holding a hearing on the five-year mark of the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
Earthquake rattles Mexico City and popular resort town, killing 2
The U.S. Geological Survey said the earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 6.5 with the epicenter near the Pacific coast resort town of Acapulco.
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Diane Crump, first woman to ride in the Kentucky Derby, dies at 77
Diane Crump died Thursday night in hospice care, her daughter said. The 77-year-old was diagnosed in October with an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Officials: 9 child centers discussed in viral video "operating as expected"
Nine of the Minnesota child care centers that were discussed in a viral video, prompting allegations of fraud, were "operating as expected" when state investigators conducted on-site checks this week, officials said on Friday.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Jan. 4)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, featuring guest host Lee Cowan.
Ohio police seek suspect in fatal shooting of dentist and his wife
Officers in Columbus, Ohio, were dispatched to the couple's home on the morning Dec. 30 for a welfare check and found them dead at the scene.
California could impose a billionaire tax. Here's how it would work.
Proposed California ballot initiative would impose a one-time 5% tax on billionaires, with the revenue funneled toward health care and education.
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California could impose a billionaire tax. Here's how it would work.
Proposed California ballot initiative would impose a one-time 5% tax on billionaires, with the revenue funneled toward health care and education.
What to know about Greg Abel, the new CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
Abel, 63, takes the helm of Berkshire Hathaway after a six-decade run by Buffett.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
Tesla sales drop for a second year in a row amid headwinds
Tesla's electric vehicle sales fell 9% in 2025 from a year ago amid the expiration of a $7,500 EV U.S. tax credit.
U.S. reduces proposed tariffs on Italian pasta, Italy says
Steep U.S. import duties targeting 13 Italian pasta makers will be sharply reduced, Italy's foreign ministry said on Jan. 1.
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Officials: 9 child centers discussed in viral video "operating as expected"
Nine of the Minnesota child care centers that were discussed in a viral video, prompting allegations of fraud, were "operating as expected" when state investigators conducted on-site checks this week, officials said on Friday.
Judge orders alleged D.C. pipe bomber to remain detained pending trial
The suspect, Brian Cole, has not yet entered a plea to the charges stemming from two bombs found near Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters nearly five years ago.
Prominent Jan. 6 defendants plan march to Capitol to mark 5 years since attack
House Democrats will also be holding a hearing on the five-year mark of the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol.
Maduro says Venezuela open to U.S. talks on drug trafficking
In a pretaped interview on state TV, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro evaded a question about a U.S. strike at a docking area that the Trump administration believed was used by drug cartels.
Trump says if Iran kills protesters, U.S. will "come to their rescue"
As U.S.-Iran tension soars, Trump warns violence against protesters could bring an American intervention: "We are locked and loaded and ready to go."
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Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
Some states ban junk food from SNAP benefits
In 2026, several states are set to prohibit individuals from purchasing certain junk food items using their federal benefits. Meg Oliver has the details.
Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
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Earthquake rattles Mexico City and popular resort town, killing 2
The U.S. Geological Survey said the earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 6.5 with the epicenter near the Pacific coast resort town of Acapulco.
Nigeria police charge Anthony Joshua's driver after fatal crash
Boxer Anthony Joshua's driver was charged with "dangerous driving causing death" and driving without a license, among other charges.
Angelina Jolie meets Palestinian refugees, aid workers at Rafah crossing
The Rafah border crossing was set to reopen under the ceasefire in effect in Gaza since October, but has so far remained closed.
Maduro says Venezuela open to U.S. talks on drug trafficking
In a pretaped interview on state TV, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro evaded a question about a U.S. strike at a docking area that the Trump administration believed was used by drug cartels.
"Like a horror movie": Survivors, witnesses describe Swiss ski resort fire
As a deadly fire tore through the Le Constellation bar in the Swiss ski town of Crans-Montana, young people trapped inside tried desperately to escape.
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Victoria Jones, daughter of Tommy Lee Jones, found dead in San Francisco hotel, officials confirm
A woman who was found dead in San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel on New Year's Day has been identified as Victoria Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, officials said.
Rosé talks rise in music industry and doubts
K-pop star Rosé is up for three Grammy nominations, including Record and Song of the Year. She spoke with "CBS Mornings" about her rise to fame and the doubts she still has at times.
France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship
George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.
Notable works entering the public domain in 2026
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Noah Wyle on authenticity of "The Pitt"
The hit series "The Pitt" has earned praise for its realistic look at the pressures facing health care workers. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to the star of the show, Noah Wyle, for "CBS Sunday Morning." Wyle talked about how the cast prepared for their roles beyond learning their lines before shooting the series even began.
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More on lewd images from Grok AI tool
Grok, the artificial intelligence tool created by Elon Musk, posted online about "lapses in safeguards" that led to the generation of lewd images involving children. Journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News with more.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
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.
Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert
Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.
OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
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The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
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Details on thwarted New Year's Eve attack
Federal authorities in North Carolina announced charges against an 18-year-old, who they say was planning to carry out a New Year's Eve terror attack in support of ISIS. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Ohio police seek suspect in fatal shooting of dentist and his wife
Officers in Columbus, Ohio, were dispatched to the couple's home on the morning Dec. 30 for a welfare check and found them dead at the scene.
Teen planned terror attack, official says
U.S. officials announced that 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant has been charged after allegedly planning to carry out an ISIS-inspired terror attack in North Carolina on New Year's Eve. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Jessica Levinson have more.
ISIS-inspired attack prevented, officials say
Justice Department and FBI officials announced Friday that a planned terror attack in North Carolina on New Year's Eve was thwarted. U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson said the suspect, who was allegedly inspired by ISIS, was 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Epstein suvivors' lawyers on files remaining
Lawyers for Jeffrey Epstein survivors are alleging that a large number of files have yet to be released by the Department of Justice. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Here Come The Humanoids | Sunday on 60 Minutes
60 Minutes gets a look at the first real-world test of Boston Dynamics' humanoid robot Atlas, offering a glimpse of a future coming faster than you might think.
Woman killed in suspected mountain lion attack
A woman hiking on a trail in Colorado was found dead after a suspected mountain lion attack, authorities said. Carter Evans reports.
New Year's Eve terror attack thwarted, police say
A potential New Year's Eve terror attack inspired by ISIS was thwarted in North Carolina, authorities announced. A suspect is in custody, accused of planning to attack a grocery store and a fast food restaurant in the town of Mint Hill, which is located near Charlotte. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Ohio dentist and his wife found shot to death
Police in Columbus, Ohio, are asking for the public's help as they search for a suspect in the fatal shooting of a dentist and his wife on the city's Near East Side. Lacy Crisp of CBS Columbus affiliate WBNS has details.
Sparklers likely caused deadly Switzerland fire
Investigators said that the deadly fire that tore through a popular bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana early on New Year's Day was caused by sparklers on Champagne bottles, which ignited the bar's ceiling. Ramy Inocencio reports.