North Korea threatens "all means of attack" over purported drone flights
North Korea says South Korea flew propaganda-dropping drones over its capital city, warning the "safety lock on our trigger has now been released" in response.
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U.S., Australia, U.K. alliance sharpens its focus on China deterrence
The third AUKUS defense ministerial will see the allies look to expand their global ties as China-Russia cooperation deepens.
Small zoo sees a "bouncy pork" bonanza with Moo Deng the baby hippo
A small zoo in Thailand plans to capitalize on Moo Deng the baby pygmy hippo's popularity, hoping to patent her brand to help all its animal inhabitants.
Python squeezes woman in her kitchen for 2 hours before she's rescued
A woman in Thailand says a massive python coiled around her in her kitchen and "only tightened" as she attempted to fight it off.
Typhoon Bebinca slams Shanghai, sparking evacuation of more than 400,000
Officials in China moved some 414,000 people out of the way in Shanghai before the strongest storm in decades flooded roads and cancelled flights.
Typhoon Yagi blamed for over 200 deaths, with Vietnam bearing the brunt
At least 197 people have been killed by Typhoon Yagi's inundations in Vietnam alone, as a vast swath of Southeast Asia reels from flooding and landslides.
Typhoon sweeps away vehicles and a bridge, killing dozens in Vietnam
Officials in Vietnam have blamed at least 59 deaths on Typhoon Yagi, which has also crippled business in the country's industrial heartland.
Pope appears sprightly after health issues with epic Asia trip underway
Pope Francis, 87, has begun a mammoth 12-day tour of Southeast Asia and Oceania, testing his stamina after a series of health troubles.
Pope Francis meets with Indonesian leaders
Pope Francis met with Indonesian religious and political leaders during part of his historic trip through southeast Asia, urging them to fight against religious intolerance. CBS News' Anna Matranga has more.
Pope Francis arrives in Indonesia
Pope Francis arrived in Indonesia Tuesday morning on an 11-day trip across southeast Asia, his longest trip since becoming the Catholic Church's top leader. CBS News' Anna Matranga is traveling with the pope and has more on his visit.
Pope Francis embarks on 12-day trip to Asia
Pope Francis is headed to Asia for what is one of the longest foreign trips any head of the Catholic Church has ever embarked on. The pontiff will engage in interfaith dialogues with other religious leaders as Catholicism's popularity rises on the continent. CBS News producer Anna Matranga has more from Rome.
Big names in south India movie industry face sexual assault allegations
South India's Malayalam language movie industry has been rocked by allegations of rape and other sexual misconduct against big stars.
Most of wolf pack caught after 7 children, 1 woman killed in India
Authorities in India are still trying to trap two wolves from a pack that's killed eight people, most of them young children, in Uttar Pradesh state.
Massive storm Shanshan blamed for 3 deaths as it drenches Japan
It's no longer a typhoon, but tropical storm Shanshan is still hitting Japan with torrential rain and high winds, and it's going to take its time.
U.S. open to escorting Philippine ships amid clashes with China
American warships could escort Philippine vessels in the disputed South China Sea amid increasing confrontations with China, U.S. commander says.
At least 23 people taken off vehicles and killed by gunmen in Pakistan
Officials in Pakistan's insurgency-plagued Baluchistan province say gunmen took 23 people off buses and trucks and gunned them down.
At least 158 killed by landslides sparked by monsoon rains in India
More than 150 people are dead and hundreds more feared buried under mud after landslides hit southern India's Kerala state.
South Korean officials say Kim Jong Un regains weight, fueling health woes
North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has regained weight and his 5-foot 7-inch, 308-pound stature is exacerbating health problems, South Korean officials say.
5 years later, "the Hong Kong we used to know is gone"
Five years after massive pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong drew a stern reaction from Beijing, one Hong Konger says it's become a "a police state."
Philippines oil spill could be the worst in country's history
A vessel with roughly 370,000 gallons of industrial fuel on board capsized as a deadly typhoon slammed the Philippines, releasing miles of oil into the sea.
Plane crash in Nepal kills 18 people, with the pilot the sole survivor
A plane belonging to Nepal's domestic carrier Saurya Airlines crashed shortly after takeoff in Kathmandu, killing everyone onboard but the pilot.
More than 170 dead, thousands jailed after week of unrest in Bangladesh
"Young people are being killed at random," Bangladeshi Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus said of his country's crackdown on protesters.
Dozens reportedly killed amid Bangladesh protests over job allocation
Bangladeshi authorities have cut phone and internet services and TVs have gone dark amid violent clashes between student protesters and police.
Bangkok hotel deaths appear to be mass poisoning over bad investment
Officials say traces of cyanide were found on 6 people found dead in a Bangkok hotel, with one suspected of murdering the others.
Thai officials say poisoning possible as 6 found dead in luxury hotel
Six people, including 2 U.S. nationals, found dead inside a luxury Bangkok hotel are said to have been foaming at the mouth.
Scope of hurricane damage emerges amid power outages, fuel shortages
At least 16 people are dead as a result of Hurricane Milton, officials told CBS News.
Hurricane Milton leaves path of destruction across Florida, at least 16 dead
Almost 2.5 million homes and businesses have no power after Hurricane Milton hit Florida hard.
Israel's war with Hezbollah hit tiny Lebanese village without warning
Israel says its fight in Lebanon is against Iran-backed Hezbollah, but residents in one tiny village say they're under attack, and they don't know why.
Japanese group awarded Nobel Peace Prize for anti-nuclear weapons work
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo for its work to "achieve a world free of nuclear weapons."
Drownings of 2 Navy SEALS were preventable, military probe finds
Two U.S. Navy SEALs drowned as they tried to climb aboard a ship carrying illicit Iranian-made weapons to Yemen because of glaring training failures, a military probe of the January deaths found.
12 rescued from underground mine after fatality during tour
A rescue operation in Colorado to bring trapped mining tour visitors out of an underground mine was successful, seven hours after one person died and four others were injured.
Listeria fears prompt recall of some 10 million pounds of meat, poultry dishes
BrucePac is recalling nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products because they may be contaminated with listeria bacteria, which can cause illness and death.
Search continues for Texas mother missing for 5 days
Suzanne Simpson, 51, has been missing since Sunday night, the Olmos Park Police Department said.
Disney World and other Florida theme parks reopen after Hurricane Milton
Orlando theme parks reopened for business as usual Friday, after closing for Hurricane Milton.
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Why have the northern lights been so visible? An expert explains
The northern lights have been very active in 2024. An expert explains why it could continue for months to come.
American Water restarting systems shut down a week ago by hackers
Water and wastewater services provider is reconnecting its customer portal a week after its network was breached.
Scope of hurricane damage emerges amid power outages, fuel shortages
At least 16 people are dead as a result of Hurricane Milton, officials told CBS News.
Disney World and other Florida theme parks reopen after Hurricane Milton
Orlando theme parks reopened for business as usual Friday, after closing for Hurricane Milton.
Hurricane Milton leaves path of destruction across Florida, at least 16 dead
Almost 2.5 million homes and businesses have no power after Hurricane Milton hit Florida hard.
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American Water restarting systems shut down a week ago by hackers
Water and wastewater services provider is reconnecting its customer portal a week after its network was breached.
Disney World and other Florida theme parks reopen after Hurricane Milton
Orlando theme parks reopened for business as usual Friday, after closing for Hurricane Milton.
Listeria fears prompt recall of some 10 million pounds of meat, poultry dishes
BrucePac is recalling nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products because they may be contaminated with listeria bacteria, which can cause illness and death.
Musk, Tesla unveil long-awaited "Cybercab" robotaxi
Skeptics say CEO Elon Musk has yet to show Tesla's self-driving system can travel safely without human supervision.
Brown University votes against divesting from companies in Israel
Ivy League university said its exposure to companies with Israeli military ties is "de minimis" and does no harm.
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Harris reiterates support for "Dreamers" as she courts Latino voters
Harris fielded questions at a Univision town hall about immigration, the economy and healthcare — all issues that polls suggest are critical to the Latino voting bloc.
Maryland U.S. Senate candidates debate abortion rights
Democrat Angela Alsobrooks is highlighting former Gov. Larry Hogan's actions in office as evidence he isn't as supportive of abortion rights as he now claims to be.
Book excerpt: "War" by Bob Woodward
The veteran Washington Post reporter's latest book delves into the inner circles of the Biden White House to examine Russia's war against Ukraine, and Israel's conflict against Hamas and Hezbollah.
Trump urges judge in 2020 election case not to allow release of further evidence
Lawyers for former President Donald Trump accused the special counsel of cherry-picking and mischaracterizing evidence compiled by prosecutors in their case against him.
Biden calls on Congress to act on emergency funding after hurricanes
President Biden also warned that conditions remain dangerous in Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton.
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Revisiting the Nintendo Wii fitness craze
Dr. Jon LaPook looks back at his investigation into "exer-gaming" with the Nintendo Wii, a gaming console that helped many people get in shape by turning video games into a workout.
Consumer Reports calls for federal ban on baby walkers. Here's why.
Banned in Canada for 20 years, baby walkers send thousands of U.S. children to hospital emergency rooms every year.
Fisher-Price recalls more than 2 million infant swings after 5 deaths
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
FDA authorizes over-the-counter combined COVID-19 and flu test
Healgen Scientific's combined COVID-19 and flu test gives people a new way to check what's causing their symptoms, FDA says.
Why free COVID tests from the government are expiring so soon
Many of the free COVID tests being shipped out now will be expiring within a few months.
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Israel's war with Hezbollah hit a tiny Lebanese village without warning
Israel says its fight in Lebanon is against Iran-backed Hezbollah, but residents in one tiny village say they're under attack, and they don't know why.
North Korea threatens "all means of attack" over purported drone flights
North Korea says South Korea flew propaganda-dropping drones over its capital city, warning the "safety lock on our trigger has now been released" in response.
"Rogue" policewoman accused of murdering 6 people
The body of one man was recovered from a dam while a woman was discovered burned to death in a shack, authorities said.
Remains of climber who vanished in 1924 believed found on Mount Everest
Andrew Irvine went missing in 1924 alongside climbing partner George Mallory as the pair attempted to be the first to reach Everest's summit.
Drownings of 2 Navy SEALS were preventable, military probe finds
Two U.S. Navy SEALs drowned as they tried to climb aboard a ship carrying illicit Iranian-made weapons to Yemen because of glaring training failures, a military probe of the January deaths found.
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Meet Ellie the Elephant
Ellie the Elephant, the massively popular New York Liberty mascot, continues to rally fans as the team fights for its first WNBA championship.
Mark Harmon on returning to NCIS as producer
After nearly 20 years as Special Agent Gibbs, Mark Harmon is back in the NCIS world as executive producer and narrator of the new prequel, "NCIS: Origins," which stars Austin Stowell.
Sean "Diddy" Combs trial set for May 2025
At a hearing on Thursday for Sean "Diddy" Combs, prosecutors revealed more indictments could be filed against Combs as the investigation continues. His federal trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges is set to begin in May 2025.
Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial set for May 2025
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
Rachel Bloom talks Netflix special
Emmy and Golden Globe winner Rachel Bloom, creator and star of "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," returns with her new Netflix special, "Death, Let Me Do My Special." Bloom opens up about the challenges of her daughter's birth and the loss of her writing partner during the pandemic.
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Musk, Tesla unveil long-awaited "Cybercab" robotaxi
Skeptics say CEO Elon Musk has yet to show Tesla's self-driving system can travel safely without human supervision.
Some iPhone users can send texts when service is down. Here's how.
Apple's new mobile operating system could help iPhone users stay in touch if Hurricane Milton knocks out cell service.
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.
Over a dozen states sue TikTok
Fourteen attorneys general have sued TikTok claiming the social media app harms teens and their mental health. They allege the Chinese-owned app violates consumer protection laws and claim TikTok relies on "addictive features" that keep users on the app.
TikTok sued by multiple states over app's impact on kids' health
The attorneys general of more than a dozen states and Washington D.C. claim TikTok falsely claims its platform is safe for children.
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Republicans seek aid after voting against it
Several Florida Republicans are now demanding more funds to boost recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but they have previously voted against measures providing disaster relief. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Climate change impacting U.S. migration
The rising frequency and strength of storms like Milton and Helene has some people rethinking where they live, with scientists saying climate change is a major factor in the increase in these powerful storms. Jesse Keenan, associate professor of sustainable real estate and urban planning at Tulane University, joins CBS News to discuss climate change's impact on human migration.
Research on worms leads to Nobel Prize
Two scientists' groundbreaking research on worms has earned them the Nobel Prize in medicine. Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun uncovered microRNA, tiny molecules that help control what cells do, which could help develop new medicines.
SpaceX launches European asteroid probe as hurricane weather closes in
Despite an initially dismal forecast, SpaceX got a break in the weather to send Europe's Hera asteroid probe on its way.
Maps show which states could see northern lights this weekend
The northern lights could dazzle millions of Americans in some northern states this weekend.
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Search continues for Texas mother missing for 5 days
Suzanne Simpson, 51, has been missing since Sunday night, the Olmos Park Police Department said.
Police share last-known video of Montana mom
Missoula, Montana, police exclusively released the last-known video of Jermain Charlo, a young mom who disappeared without a trace in 2018, to "48 Hours" in hopes of generating leads. Michelle Miller reports on the case for "48 Hours."
"Rogue" policewoman accused of murdering 6 people
The body of one man was recovered from a dam while a woman was discovered burned to death in a shack, authorities said.
Watch never-before-seen video of missing Montana mom Jermain Charlo
Police share last-known images of Montana woman, hoping to generate new leads. "Someone out there knows what happened to Jermain Charlo" says detective.
Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial set for May 2025
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
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Stunning images show Hurricane Milton from space
Images from space show the progress of Hurricane Milton towards the western coast of Florida.
SpaceX launches European asteroid probe as hurricane weather closes in
Despite an initially dismal forecast, SpaceX got a break in the weather to send Europe's Hera asteroid probe on its way.
Stormy weather, approaching hurricane, threaten launch delays
With a hurricane approaching, two high-priority NASA and European missions to an asteroid and Jupiter's moon Europa face delays.
Maps show which states could see northern lights this weekend
The northern lights could dazzle millions of Americans in some northern states this weekend.
New Vulcan rocket takes off on second test flight
Despite an apparent problem with one of two strap-on boosters, the Vulcan reached orbit and otherwise performed as expected.
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Expert on surviving marriage and parenthood
Studies show marital satisfaction often declines after having children. Licensed therapist Dr. George James offers practical tips for keeping your relationship strong while navigating parenthood.
Florida begins recovery process after Milton
At least 16 people are dead and power is out for over 2 million people after Hurricane Milton moved through Florida. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has more on the damage in the area and CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Tammie Souza has a look at the forecast.
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