Australia and New Zealand opening travel "bubble" between them
That means residents will be able to travel between both countries without needing to quarantine. Both have been able to keep infection rates at near zero.
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A group of Australian basketball trickshot artists broke its own world record
A group of Australian basketball trickshot artists nailed a shot from 415 feet above the basket, atop the Gordon Dam in Tasmania. They broke their own world record. Norah O'Donnell reports.
A baby koala in a Brisbane, Australia, zoo wouldn't let go of its mother during an emergency surgery for a collapsed lung after the koalas were hit by a car in Queensland
A baby koala in a Brisbane, Australia, zoo wouldn't let go of its mother during an emergency surgery for a collapsed lung after the koalas were hit by a car in Queensland. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Meg Oliver show us the video.
A 17-year-old was arrested in Australia and accused of plotting to set off bombs in Melbourne
A 17-year-old was arrested in Australia and accused of plotting to set off bombs in Melbourne. Police believe the homemade bombs, which were found in the teenager's home, were to be detonated tomorrow during a charity run. Anthony Mason reports.
Video shows octopus attack man on Australian beach
This is why you never want to get too close to an octopus's shelter.
Waves of up to 30 feet crashed into the ship
Powerful waves off the coast of Australia prevented a Carnival cruise ship from docking in Sydney Harbor. Waves of up to 30 feet crashed into the ship, stranding its 3,500 passengers and crew. Elaine Quijano reports.
Octopus lashes out at swimmer
An octopus lashed out at a man who took video near the animal at a beach in Australia last month. It left red marks on his neck and body after he swam near it.
Cyclone "Pam," with winds of 210 mph, smashed into the island of nation of Vanuatu, more than a thousand miles east of Australia
Cyclone "Pam," with winds of 210 mph, smashed into the island of nation of Vanuatu, more than a thousand miles east of Australia. At least eight deaths are confirmed, but the number is expected to go much higher. Anthony Mason reports.
WorldView: Brazil's top military chiefs resign
Brazil's government is shaken up after the country's top military officials resigned. The president of Honduras' brother is being sentenced for drug trafficking. Germany is suspending use of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine for people under 60. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with those and other headlines from around the world.
Australian Christopher Jones says he had a seizure during a 12,000-foot fall last November
Australian Christopher Jones says he had a seizure during a 12,000-foot fall last November. His instructor's helmet camera shows the mid-air drama unfolding. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Amateur video from Australia captured a crab trying to get some sun, only to get ambushed by a hungry octopus and dragged back into the water
Amateur video from Australia captured a crab trying to get some sun, only to get ambushed by a hungry octopus and dragged back into the water.
A rarely seen shark species dating back 80 million years was spotted by fisherman in Australia
A rarely seen shark species dating back 80 million years was spotted by fisherman in Australia. As CBSN Vlad Duthiers reports, the frilled shark is one of the most primitive on earth.
Remarkable time-lapse video highlights the incredible beauty of Melbourne, Australia
Remarkable time-lapse video highlights the beauty of Melbourne, Australia -- ranked by the Economist Intelligence Unit as the World's Most Liveable City. Video courtesy of Daniel Johnson. Follow him on TwitterandInstagram. Like him on Facebook. And, see more of his work on Vimeo.
NYPD's Deputy Commissioner of Intelligence and Counterterrorism John Miller joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the Australian hostage seige
From how the NYPD is preparing for potential hostage situations to the effectiveness of the New South Wales police response, NYPD's Deputy Commissioner of Intelligence and Counterterrorism John Miller joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the Australian hostage seige.
Sydney, Australia is honoring two people who died in Monday's siege inside a coffee shop
Sydney, Australia is honoring two people who died in Monday's siege inside a coffee shop. One of the victims reportedly struggled with the gunman, which allowed the police to storm the cafe and free the hostages. Ben Tracy reports from Sydney.
She dropped 10 feet but was rescued uninjured a short time later
In Melbourne, Australia, a woman was hanging her laundry to dry Tuesday when a sinkhole opened up under her. She dropped 10 feet but was rescued uninjured a short time later. Gayle King reports.
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr talks with CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate about President Obama's trip to China, Myanmar and Australia
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr talks with CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate about President Obama's trip to China, Myanmar and Australia.
An Australian TV photographer stumbled on an exclusive interview he was lucky to survive
An Australian TV photographer stumbled on an exclusive interview he was lucky to survive. A man on the run from a crime scene, confesses to a shooting. The impromptu interview took a bad turn when the suspect aimed a gun at the cameraman and stole his car. Charlie D'Agata reports.
The buyers upped their offer by over $122,000 so the house would come with the furry feline
A Melbourne, Australia couple selling their home got a unique offer after the daughter of the potential buyers fell in love with their cat Tiffany. The buyers upped their offer by over $122,000 so the house would come with the furry feline. Sharnelle Vella of Australia's Network Ten News reports.
No trace of the plane has been found
Australian investigators say MH370 likely ran out of fuel while on autopilot when it disappeared over the Indian Ocean in March. No trace of the plane has been found. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Experts say kangaroos often fight in a bid to become the dominant male in a group
The two wild marsupials slugged it out for five minutes. Experts say kangaroos often fight in a bid to become the dominant male in a group.
Three ships will use sonar, cameras and jet fuel sensors to try and find the plane that vanished in March
Crews have spent the last four months mapping the ocean floor and are continuing to search a remote area of the southern Indian Ocean. Three ships will use sonar, cameras and jet fuel sensors to try and find the plane that vanished in March. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Police in Australia shot and killed a terror suspect after he stabbed two counterterrorism police
Police in Australia shot and killed a terror suspect after he stabbed two counterterrorism police. Some suspect that the young man was inspired by the Islamic State group's call to supporters to wage terror in their home countries.
Australia is currently at high alert for a terrorist attack after ISIS threatened to behead a random member of the public
Australia is currently at high alert for a terrorist attack after ISIS threatened to behead a random member of the public. About 160 Australians have been involved with fighting in the Middle East, and now 20 have returned. Jeff Glor reports.
In Australia's second fatal shark attack this year, a 13-foot great white shark killed a man Tuesday, nearly tearing off his leg
In Australia's second fatal shark attack this year, a 13-foot great white shark killed a man Tuesday, nearly tearing off his leg. Norah O'Donnell reports.
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Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Iran says it "cannot trust" U.S. in negotiations
Two days of talks in Washington between Lebanon and Israel produced an extension of the current ceasefire by 45 days.
Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats' bid to revive new congressional map
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive its new voter-approved congressional map that was drawn to advantage the party for the upcoming midterm elections.
New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Colorado governor commutes Trump ally Tina Peters' prison sentence
Colorado's governor on Friday announced he is commuting the sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
Lawmakers press Trump for military support for Taiwan after Xi summit
President Trump told reporters he made "no commitment either way" to China's Xi Jinping regarding U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.
Trump says U.S. kills Islamic State leader in Nigeria
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
Long Island Rail Road workers go on strike after failing to reach new contract
The strike stems from an inability to reach a deal on a new four-year contract. The MTA and unions agreed to the terms of the first three years, but disputes arose about the final year.
Prominent N.Y. synagogue targeted in alleged terror plot, prosecutors say
An Iraqi national allegedly plotted to carry out terror attacks in the U.S., including at a prominent synagogue in New York, prosecutors said Friday.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
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New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
A longtime Atlanta principal retired, then returned to his school as a handyman
David White retired as the longtime principal at the Burgess-Peterson Academy in Atlanta, and then returned to the school as its handyman.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats' bid to revive new congressional map
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive its new voter-approved congressional map that was drawn to advantage the party for the upcoming midterm elections.
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Trump talks up trade deals with China, but experts see no big wins for U.S.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
Which college majors offer the best long-term return on investment?
College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds.
How will Jerome Powell be remembered as he exits as Fed chair?
As Powell steps down after more than eight years leading the Federal Reserve, economists say he helped steer the U.S. through historic shocks but misread inflation.
Oklahoma becomes latest state to sue Roblox over child safety concerns
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
Trump Mobile says its T1 mobile phone to ship this week
Trump Mobile's $499 gold-toned phone has faced delays since it was unveiled in June 2025.
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Trump says U.S. kills Islamic State leader in Nigeria
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats' bid to revive new congressional map
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive its new voter-approved congressional map that was drawn to advantage the party for the upcoming midterm elections.
Trump talks up trade deals with China, but experts see no big wins for U.S.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
Lawmakers press Trump for military support for Taiwan after Xi summit
President Trump told reporters he made "no commitment either way" to China's Xi Jinping regarding U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.
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New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
Health officials battle new Ebola outbreak
Doctors are monitoring an Ebola epidemic in Africa that may be to blame for dozens of deaths so far. Lilia Luciano reports and spoke with a U.S. doctor who recovered from the virus.
The origins of hantavirus
The deadly hantavirus outbreak on a Dutch-flagged cruise ship was caused by the Andes virus, the only known strain to spread from person to person. Rodents are known to carry hantavirus, but what's the disease's origin story? Ramy Inocencio explains.
Ebola outbreak in Congo kills dozens, Africa's CDC says
A new Ebola outbreak in a remote province in Congo has caused 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases so far, Africa CDC says.
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Trump says U.S. kills Islamic State leader in Nigeria
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Lawmakers press Trump for military support for Taiwan after Xi summit
President Trump told reporters he made "no commitment either way" to China's Xi Jinping regarding U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.
U.S. reups $6M reward for American missing in Afghanistan for 12 years
Paul Edwin Overby Jr. vanished in May 2014 while researching a book in Khost province, Afghanistan, the FBI said.
Cuba's biggest threat to U.S. is collapse, says former defense secretary
In an interview with "Face the Nation," Gates said another mass exodus from Cuba is the "biggest risk."
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Inside look at "Jack Ryan: Ghost War"
John Krasinski and Michael Kelly join "CBS Mornings" to discuss reuniting for the movie, "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost War," after starring in the TV series "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan" for four seasons. They discuss the movie, their friendship and how they balance it all with their busy family lives.
Previewing new season of "Couples Therapy"
Dr. Orna Guralnik speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the new season of the docuseries "Couples Therapy," which features Guralnik counseling four new couples on how to tackle issues in their relationships, including major political differences and infidelity.
Drake releases three new albums
In a surprise, Drake dropped three new albums Thursday night, including "Iceman." It's the Canadian rapper's first new music since his explosive public feud with Kendrick Lamar.
Yellowstone spinoff "Dutton Ranch" premieres
Yellowstone actors Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly are reprising their roles as the fan-favorite onscreen couple Rip Wheeler and Beth Dutton in the newest "Yellowstone" spinoff, "Dutton Ranch." CBS News' Julianne Ferreira has more.
From the archives: Outspoken film critic Rex Reed
Film critic Rex Reed, whose clever and barbed opinions about movies – and movie stars – made him a fixture for decades in print and on television, died on May 12, 2026 at age 87. In this Feb. 4, 2018 "Sunday Morning" profile, Reed talked with Mo Rocca about how he came to live the life of an A-Lister himself. He also dispensed his unvarnished opinions about that year's best picture Oscar-nominees.
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Waymos get in Atlanta traffic jam
Atlanta residents woke up to Waymo traffic jams on Friday. The driverless cars took over a quiet cul-de-sac. Skyler Henry has more details.
Oklahoma becomes latest state to sue Roblox over child safety concerns
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
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 the Trump-Xi summit could impact AI race
President Trump's visit to Beijing comes as the U.S. and China compete for artificial intelligence supremacy. Matt Sheehan, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, joins with analysis.
Closing arguments held in OpenAI case
Lawyers presented closing arguments Thursday in the OpenAI trial pitting Elon Musk against its CEO, Sam Altman. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
What's in the released UFO files?
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
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Terror plot foiled, suspect under arrest
A terror plot targeting Jewish institutions in New York, California and Arizona has been foiled, and a man linked to the alleged scheme is under arrest on Friday. Prosecutors say the Iraqi suspect is tied to other global attacks and claim he wanted payback for the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran. Tom Hanson reports.
Iraqi man charged with terror plot: officials
An Iraqi national was arrested and charged with planning to carry out several terror attacks in the U.S., including at a New York City synagogue and other prominent Jewish centers in Los Angeles and Scottsdale, Arizona. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Sources: Iraqi national planned synagogue attacks
Federal prosecutors charged an Iraqi national on Friday with planning several terrorist attacks in the U.S. as retribution for the Iran war. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Iraqi national accused of plotting attacks
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi is facing federal charges for allegedly plotting several terror attacks in the U.S., including targeting a Jewish institution in New York. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Jake Rosen report.
Prominent N.Y. synagogue targeted in alleged terror plot, prosecutors say
An Iraqi national allegedly plotted to carry out terror attacks in the U.S., including at a prominent synagogue in New York, prosecutors said Friday.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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5/16: The Uplift
David Begnaud meets a man who has attended the Kentucky Derby for 79 years in a row – and his dying wish to make it there one last time.
Principal retires and returns as a handyman
58-year-old David White retired after 33 years in education, the last 15 spent as an elementary school principal in Atlanta. But after "just hanging out with the cat," he decided to go back to school as a handyman. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" with the story.
Analyzing Jerome Powell's legacy
Friday marked Jerome Powell's last day as Chairman of the Federal Reserve. CBS News producer Emily Pandise takes a look at his legacy.
What role does Raúl Castro play in Cuba?
The U.S. is taking steps to indict Raúl Castro, the 94-year-old former president of Cuba, U.S. officials say. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Wife of Army soldier released from ICE
The wife of an active-duty U.S. Army soldier detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement was released on Thursday after a month in custody. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.