Red alert issued for major Italian cities as heat wave grips Europe, sets Austria record
The heat has set a national temperature record in Austria, fueled wildfires in France and disrupted energy and transportation systems across the continent.
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Taylor Swift concert attack plot suspect sentenced to 15 years in prison
An Austrian court has convicted a man of planning to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna nearly two years ago.
Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest clouded by politics and protests
This year's field of 35 contestants is the smallest since 2003.
From 1938: Austria falls to Nazi Germany
The CBS World News Roundup remains the longest-running network radio news broadcast in history, launched in 1938. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett introduces a clip from the show's first broadcast, capturing the fall of Austria to Nazi Germany and all that would portend.
Rat poison found in HiPP baby food in Austria, prompting recall
HiPP is recalling some baby food jars in Austria after a sample tested positive for rat poison.
At least 5 killed, including American, in a string of avalanches in Austria
An American was among the five recovered dead after the avalanche, police said.
Avalanches kill 8 skiers despite "clear and repeated warnings"
"This tragedy painfully demonstrates how serious the current avalanche situation is," one official said.
Lindsey Vonn, 41, wins World Cup downhill, 1st victory in 8 years
Lindsey Vonn raced to a stunningly fast win in a World Cup downhill on Friday to earn her first victory after a five-year retirement.
Moose captured after roaming across Europe, becoming social media star
Austrian newspaper Kurier said the animal's departure was "not entirely voluntary" as local media drew parallels to the government's strict deportation policy.
A border-crossing moose named Emil is captivating Austria
The moose, which is not native to Austria, is believed to have come from Poland via the Czech Republic.
Hiker dies after getting trampled by cows in Austrian Alps
The man and his wife, 82, were hiking towards a mountain hut in Ramsau am Dachstein in Austria's Styria province on Sunday afternoon when the incident occurred, police said.
German court convicts teen for supporting plot to attack Taylor Swift fans
A German court on Tuesday convicted a 16-year-old boy of supporting a foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift concerts in Austria last year.
Man clings to high-speed train in Austria after it left station without him
The man, who was not identified, grabbed onto the outside of the train as it was leaving the station in Sankt Poelten, west of Vienna.
Daredevil Felix Baumgartner dies in paragliding accident in Italy
Felix Baumgartner made global headlines in 2012 when he jumped from the stratosphere and parachuted down to a landing in New Mexico.
3/10/2024: Rise; Jeff Koons
First, a report on a camp for grieving Ukrainians in the Austrian Alps. Then, Jeff Koons: The 60 Minutes Interview.
At least 10 people killed in Austria school shooting in city of Graz, police say
Officials in Austria say a school shooting has left at least 10 people dead in the European nation's second-largest city, Graz. The shooter is also dead.
Details on school shooting in Austria
Multiple people were killed and several were injured during a school shooting in Graz, Austria, on Tuesday morning. The suspected gunman, who was confirmed dead at the scene, was a former student of the institution who did not finish his studies, Austria's interior minister said. Nick Thorpe with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more updates.
Deadly Austria school shooting
Multiple people were killed and several were injured in a school shooting in Graz, Austria, authorities said. The suspected gunman is among the dead, police confirmed. CBS News' Holly Williams has updates.
Monkeys are "best yodellers" in the world, study says
Primates possess special anatomical structures in their throats called vocal membranes, allowing for yodeling at higher octaves, researchers found.
11/26/2023: Rise; Sealand; Ancient Vines
First, a trip to a camp for grieving Ukrainians in the Austrian Alps. Then, a visit to Sealand: the world’s smallest state. And, a look at Georgia’s 8,000 years of wine history.
Bones of mammoths butchered for their tusks unearthed by archaeologists
Remains of five mammoths were found archaeologists from the Austrian Academy of Sciences said Thursday in a news statement.
U.S. skiing champ Mikaela Shiffrin struggling with post-injury PTSD
American champion Mikaela Shiffrin won't defend her giant slalom title at the world championships as she grapples with the mental impact of a major injury.
Fans react to Taylor Swift concert plot
Thousands of Taylor Swift fans who were in Vienna, Austria, for her "Eras Tour" appearances are now looking for other ways to celebrate her music after a foiled terror plot led to at least two arrests and event cancellations. CBS News Pentagon reporter and producer Ellee Watson has more.
Climber's remains identified 6 decades after he fell from glacier
The German man has been identified after his bones, including part of a leg, were discovered in western Austria.
Austrian Chancellor says he will resign after new government talks fail
Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer said Saturday he will resign in the coming days.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case, admits shooting Brian Thompson
Luigi Mangione entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan Friday morning.
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Trump says U.S. warship's 9-month deployment "not nearly long enough"
The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed for almost nine months and is expected to be replaced in the Middle East.
Army temporarily grounds Apache helicopter training flights after deadly crash
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
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Justice Department expands military's power to detain migrants near border
The Justice Department issued a legal opinion giving the U.S. military broader powers to detain migrants near certain areas along the southern border.
How double jeopardy could come into play after Mangione guilty plea
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to two federal counts on Friday. His state trial is currently scheduled to begin on Sept. 8.
FBI: Violent crime plummeted in 2025, murder rate hit 20-year low
The White House is touting a historic drop in violent crime as the FBI releases the latest data from its annual Uniform Crime Reporting Program.
USS Washington aircraft carrier heads to Middle East to replace USS Lincoln
The USS George Washington aircraft carrier departed Vietnam last week and is headed to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a U.S. official.
Hawaii under a hurricane warning as Tropical Storm Lala takes aim
Tropical Storm Lala could bring heavy rain, high winds and dangerous surf and rip currents to the Hawaiian Islands as a hurricane this weekend, forecasters say.
Ex-Cambridge professor dies week after resigning amid plagiarism allegations
Jason Arday, who was Cambridge's youngest Black professor, died in London on Friday, the school said.
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Army temporarily grounds Apache helicopter training flights after deadly crash
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
The war in Iran has underscored how disruptions to a key shipping route thousands of miles away can have a material impact on American consumers.
FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level
U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."
How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
The U.S. has refunded more than $100 billion in illegal tariffs to businesses, and some of that money is going to consumers — here's what to know.
Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
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Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
The war in Iran has underscored how disruptions to a key shipping route thousands of miles away can have a material impact on American consumers.
FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level
U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."
How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
The U.S. has refunded more than $100 billion in illegal tariffs to businesses, and some of that money is going to consumers — here's what to know.
Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
See how much renters pay for a 2-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities
Nearly half of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Here's what it costs to rent a two-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities.
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Army temporarily grounds Apache helicopter training flights after deadly crash
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
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Inside "the Pool": Fugitive arrested in alleged cross-border car trade scheme
Along the Texas-Mexico border, prosecutors say a group of businessmen found a way to monopolize the trade of used cars — a scheme called "the Pool." This week, authorities say they caught one alleged member.
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Justice Department expands military's power to detain migrants near border
The Justice Department issued a legal opinion giving the U.S. military broader powers to detain migrants near certain areas along the southern border.
Feds charge woman for allegedly vandalizing World War II Memorial in D.C.
The top federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C., said a woman has been arrested and faces two felony charges related to vandalism of the World War II Memorial.
Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in White House ballroom legal fight
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to intervene in the legal battle over President Trump's White House ballroom.
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My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
Norah O'Donnell: I take testosterone. Here's why.
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
Hospitals push for upfront payments as healthcare costs rise
Hospitals and other medical providers are increasingly asking for payment before providing care, collecting more of what patients might owe.
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Ex-Cambridge professor dies week after resigning amid plagiarism allegations
Jason Arday, who was Cambridge's youngest Black professor, died in London on Friday, the school said.
Russian tanker leaking oil off Oman coast, threatening environmental disaster
The Caroline Bezengi, linked to Russia's so-called shadow fleet, is carrying millions of gallons of oil and has run aground off the coast of Oman.
Golfer Jessica Bang, 18, dies while preparing for tournament in Thailand
Jessica Bang collapsed on Aug. 1 as she was preparing in Thailand for a tournament and was transported to a hospital in Bangkok.
Warship that sank in 1908 found off U.K.: "Undisturbed for 118 years"
The Royal Navy and shipwreck hunters have been searching in vain for the remains of HMS Tiger for over a century.
French teen social media ban struck down by top constitutional authority
France's social media ban, which was due to take effect on Sept. 1, would have barred younger users from networks such as TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram.
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"Paw Patrol" cast previews movie
Natalie Morales speaks to some of the stars behind the new film, "Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie." They explain what they love about the franchise and what they hope the audience takes away from the movie.
Becky G gives behind-the-scenes look
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King went inside a rehearsal with singer Becky G as she gives fans a sneak peek at a new single before her upcoming album's release.
Recipe: Amish Peanut Butter Pie
Lovina Hershberger Zook, who left the Amish faith, today shares recipes of the Amish with her more than six million followers on social media.
"CBS Sunday Morning" launches new series of live events at the 92nd Street Y in NYC, debuting with Sylvester Stallone
America's #1 Sunday morning news program announces a new collaboration beginning Sept. 28 to bring conversations with the biggest newsmakers in the arts, politics and culture to the stage, and streamed online.
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Becky G reflects on advocacy in new music, rise to fame
Becky G spoke exclusively with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her rise to fame, being the breadwinner of the family at a young age and her new music.
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French teen social media ban struck down by top constitutional authority
France's social media ban, which was due to take effect on Sept. 1, would have barred younger users from networks such as TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram.
Using AI in your romantic relationships
AI is making its way into people's love lives - some say it has helped to improve their conversations while others have used it to end a relationship. Dr. Sue Varma discusses how to use AI properly, set boundaries and identify warning signs of becoming too emotionally dependent.
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.
Flock CEO on misuse concerns
Flock CEO Garrett Langley sat down with CBS News' Anna Schecter and discussed allegations of the technology's misuse by law enforcement.
Schools curb technology use in classroom
As students across the country head back to the classroom, some schools, educators and parents are rethinking how much they utilize technology and screen time. Nicole Valdes has more.
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Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
How a total solar eclipse stopped a war
Columbia University astronomy professor Dr. Janna Levin joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse, saying it's a reminder that humans share this Earth together and "we're all part of something larger."
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
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What to know after Luigi Mangione guilty plea
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal charges for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Tupac Shakur murder trial to start Monday
The trial for the former gang leader accused of ordering Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder will begin Monday. Attorney Chris Melcher joins CBS News to discuss the case.
What Luigi Mangione said as he pleaded guilty
Luigi Mangione on Friday entered a guilty plea in his federal case, admitting he shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel in 2024. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman and Jessica Levinson have more.
How double jeopardy could come into play after Mangione guilty plea
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to two federal counts on Friday. His state trial is currently scheduled to begin on Sept. 8.
Brian Thompson's family on Mangione plea news
The family of slain UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is reacting to news that his alleged killer, Luigi Mangione, plans to plead guilty in the federal case against him. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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New report on artillery plant boondoggle
A new report from ProPublica reveals a $533 million contract for a factory to make howitzer shells destined for Ukraine did not produce a single usable shell. Jesse Coburn, the author of that report, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Rep. Beatty on Kennedy Center renaming
The Kennedy Center board, now made up mostly of President Trump's allies, voted Thursday to put the president's name back on the building. Rep. Joyce Beatty, who has challenged Mr. Trump's changes to the Kennedy Center and was on the phone call where the renaming decision was made, joined "The Takeout" to discuss.
New carrier on way to replace USS Lincoln
The USS George Washington aircraft carrier is headed to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, a U.S. official tells CBS News. The Lincoln has been deployed for almost nine months and in recent weeks, some families have voiced concerns about conditions on the ship. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata, Samantha Vinograd and Nancy Cordes have more on the ship and the Iran war.
What to know after Luigi Mangione guilty plea
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal charges for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Tupac Shakur murder trial to start Monday
The trial for the former gang leader accused of ordering Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder will begin Monday. Attorney Chris Melcher joins CBS News to discuss the case.