Well-known politician shot dead while fleeing gunmen in Bahamas
Don Saunders, a former Bahamian parliamentarian and leader of the Free National Movement Party, was killed in an armed robbery near Nassau.
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2 Holland America crew members die during "incident" on cruise ship
Authorities were notified and the cause of the accident is being investigated, the cruise line said.
Florida woman found dead on cruise ship, Bahamas police say
A 27-year-old Florida woman traveling to the Bahamas on a cruise ship was found dead in her cabin, police said.
Sam Bankman-Fried asks judge to reject 100-year recommended sentence
Sam Bankman-Fried's lawyer says a recommended sentence of 100 years in prison is "grotesque" and "barbaric."
Bahamas and Jamaica travel warnings
Americans looking forward to winter vacations in the Bahamas or Jamaica are being cautioned by the U.S. Department of State to stay vigilant due to heightened crime rates in these popular destinations.
Bahamas officials respond to U.S. travel warning
Officials in the Bahamas responded to a U.S. State Department travel advisory warning Americans about a rise in gang-related homicides on the island. The advisory followed a similar warning about Jamaica. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Americans urged to reconsider travel to Jamaica amid spate of murders
The U.S. government is warning Americans to reconsider visiting Jamaica and to take extra caution in Bahamas amid a spate of murders in both Caribbean nations.
10-year-old bitten by shark in Bahamas airlifted back to U.S.
The boy was bitten while participating in an expedition in a shark tank at a local resort, officials said.
U.S. boy airlifted home after Bahamas shark attack
A 10-year-old boy from Maryland was airlifted back to the U.S. Thursday after he was bitten on the leg by a shark at a resort in the Bahamas earlier this week.
Woman from Boston killed by shark while paddle boarding in Bahamas
The woman and a male relative were paddle boarding at a resort about 3/4 mile away from the shore when she was bitten by the shark.
Boston woman dies after Bahamas shark attack
An American woman died on Monday after a shark bit her near a popular tourist spot in the Bahamas. This comes after several other shark incidents in the region in recent months. CBS News' Errol Barnett reports.
Boston woman killed in Bahamas shark attack
A Bostom woman was killed in a shark attack near a Sandals resort on Nassau, Bahamas. She and a male relative were paddle boarding when she was attacked. Elaine Quijano reports.
Divers map 2-mile trail of relics and treasure from legendary shipwreck
The company with sole rights to explore the centuries-old wreck of the Nuestra Señora de las Maravillas, a Spanish treasure ship that sunk off the Bahamas, has carefully identified and mapped a huge trail of long-lost artifacts.
U.S. tourist dead after Bahamas ferry sinks
Police in the Bahamas say an American tourist from Colorado died after a ferry carrying passengers to Blue Lagoon Island sank. An investigation is underway into the incident. CBS News' Elaine Quijano reports.
Bahamas performs "I'm Still"
Born in Toronto, singer-songwriter Bahamas has been a hit with fans and critics. He is the winner of 5 Juno Awards, the Canadian equivalent of the Grammy. From his sixth studio album "Bootcut," here is Bahamas with "I'm Still."
Sam Bankman-Fried's ex-girlfriend testifies
Caroline Ellison, Sam Bankman-Fried's ex-girlfriend, is back on the witness stand Wednesday in the FTX founder's fraud trial. Ellison previously pleaded guilty to multiple charges and agreed to cooperate with the prosecution. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett is at the courthouse and has the latest on Ellison's testimony.
Caroline Ellison says FTX's Bankman-Fried led her to "lie and steal"
In emotional testimony, Sam Bankman-Fried's former girlfriend blamed the FTX co-founder for justifying illegal activity.
Possible witnesses at Bankman-Fried trial
Some of Sam Bankman-Fried's former co-workers at FTX are expected to testify against him at his fraud trial. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman explains the latest on the case.
Shakira charged for tax evasion again in Spain
Spanish prosecutors have charged pop star Shakira with failing to pay $7.1 million in tax on her 2018 income in the country's latest fiscal allegations against the Colombian singer.
Hunting sunken treasure in the Bahamas
As a child Carl Allen came to the Bahamas, to the small island of Walker's Cay for the fishing. Today, the retired businessman is fishing for gold, silver and gems from the wreck of a Spanish galleon that sank in 1656. Correspondent Lee Cowan takes a deep dive into the lore of hidden treasure, and the drive of a man living a dream. (This story was originally broadcast April 16, 2023.)
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FTX founder arrested in Bahamas; Finland attracts tourists for Christmas vacation.
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Putin defends Russia's invasion of Ukraine; 3 Americans found dead at Bahamas hotel
Tourist subs aren't tightly regulated. Here's why.
Deep-sea excursions geared to tourists, including the vessels that ferry them into the depths, can evade scrutiny by authorities.
Search for American suspended after he went missing near shipwreck
The U.S. Coast Guard assisted the Royal Bahamas Defence Force for several hours with looking for Ryan Proulx, a former Connecticut police officer.
Louisiana teen missing after going overboard on Bahamas cruise
Cameron Robbins went overboard from a pleasure vessel, and authorities from the Bahamas and the U.S. are looking for him.
Iran dangles investment proposals as off-ramp from Trump's gunboat diplomacy
President Trump has one bright red line for Iran's nuclear program and some areas of flexibility as he weighs military strikes or a possible deal in the coming days.
Former Prince Andrew arrested over Epstein files revelations
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, King Charles III's younger brother, has been arrested over suspected misconduct in public office after revelations in the Epstein files.
Eric Dane, "Grey's Anatomy" star diagnosed with ALS, dies at 53
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Tornadoes hit Indiana, Illinois as storms blast through parts of Midwest
Destructive storms blasting through parts of the Midwest spawned tornadoes that hit Indiana and Illinois, as near-hurricane force winds swept parts of the region.
Patel takes FBI jet to Italy, plans to watch Olympic hockey medal rounds, sources say
Patel took an FBI jet to Italy and plans to watch the Men's USA Olympic hockey team compete in the medal rounds, multiple sources said.
Virginia Giuffre's family says U.S. government response to Epstein files is "shameful"
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested Thursday for suspected misconduct in public office stemming from revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein files.
U.S. fighter jets intercept Russian warplanes off Alaskan coast
Two Russian Tu-95s bombers, two Su-35s fighter planes and an A-50 spy plane were detected in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone, NORAD said.
Trump tells Pentagon to release files on UFOs and "alien and extraterrestrial life"
President Trump directed his administration to release files on UFOs and any "alien and extraterrestrial life," an issue that has drawn decades of fascination — and spawned more than a few wild theories.
Man who saved baby blown into Lake Michigan didn't know how to swim
The man who heroically jumped into Lake Michigan to save an 8-month-old baby in a stroller who had been blown into Chicago's Belmont Harbor doesn't know how to swim.
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How the seat position in a murdered teen's car linked to her killer
Sade Robinson, 19, disappeared after a first date. Milwaukee investigators say clues in her car pointed to her assailant.
Tornadoes hit Indiana, Illinois as storms blast through parts of Midwest
Destructive storms blasting through parts of the Midwest spawned tornadoes that hit Indiana and Illinois, as near-hurricane force winds swept parts of the region.
See where homeowners pay the highest property taxes by county and state
The median property tax bill in the U.S. soared 30% between 2019 and 2024, compounding the financial pressures on millions of Americans.
U.S. fighter jets intercept Russian warplanes off Alaskan coast
Two Russian Tu-95s bombers, two Su-35s fighter planes and an A-50 spy plane were detected in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone, NORAD said.
Eric Dane, "Grey's Anatomy" star diagnosed with ALS, dies at 53
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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See where homeowners pay the highest property taxes by county and state
The median property tax bill in the U.S. soared 30% between 2019 and 2024, compounding the financial pressures on millions of Americans.
Lawsuit against Amazon over suicides linked to chemical can go to trial
Four families whose loved ones died after consuming sodium nitrite allege that Amazon sold the product despite being aware it could be used for suicide.
How a U.S. strike on Iran could affect American drivers and borrowers
Oil prices could surge depending on the level of disruption from U.S. military strikes on Iran, Wall Street analysts say.
Olympians going for gold juggle day jobs to bring in some green
Olympians often hold down jobs to pay the bills, highlighting the financial challenges facing many athletes competing on the Olympic stage.
Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
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U.S. fighter jets intercept Russian warplanes off Alaskan coast
Two Russian Tu-95s bombers, two Su-35s fighter planes and an A-50 spy plane were detected in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone, NORAD said.
Iran dangles investment proposals as off-ramp from Trump's gunboat diplomacy
President Trump has one bright red line for Iran's nuclear program and some areas of flexibility as he weighs military strikes or a possible deal in the coming days.
Trump tells Pentagon to release files on UFOs and "alien and extraterrestrial life"
President Trump directed his administration to release files on UFOs and any "alien and extraterrestrial life," an issue that has drawn decades of fascination — and spawned more than a few wild theories.
Virginia Giuffre's family says U.S. government response to Epstein files is "shameful"
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested Thursday for suspected misconduct in public office stemming from revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein files.
New Mexico reopens investigation linked to Epstein's former Zorro Ranch
New Mexico's attorney general has reopened an investigation into allegations of illegal activity at Jeffrey Epstein's former Zorro Ranch.
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Federal tax dollars subsidize health care plans in ways you may not realize
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the U.S. comes with some federal help.
NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
Moderna says FDA to review its flu vaccine after reversing course
With the reversal from the FDA, Moderna said it is aiming to make the vaccine available for the 2026-27 flu season.
FDA investigating Salmonella outbreak connected to moringa powder
Rosabella-brand moringa capsules could be linked to Salmonella cases in seven U.S. states, health officials said.
Measles cases at university in Florida soar to nearly 60
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
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4 tons of cocaine seized from "narco sub" in Pacific, video shows
Mexico said it seized about four tons of drugs and detained three people from a "narco sub" 250 nautical miles south of Manzanillo.
Anonymous donor gives Japanese city pile of gold to fund pipe repairs
The mayor of Osaka says a mystery donor's gift of 46 pounds of gold, to help bring the city's water pipes up to scratch, left him "speechless."
Iran dangles investment proposals as off-ramp from Trump's gunboat diplomacy
President Trump has one bright red line for Iran's nuclear program and some areas of flexibility as he weighs military strikes or a possible deal in the coming days.
Virginia Giuffre's family says U.S. government response to Epstein files is "shameful"
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested Thursday for suspected misconduct in public office stemming from revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein files.
Alysa Liu wins gold for U.S. in women's figure skating at Winter Olympics
Three figure skaters from Team USA competed in the women's individual free skate event at the Milan Cortina Winter Games.
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Alarming AI video of Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise
A ByteDance AI-generated video that appears to show Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise in a fight scene has sent shock waves across Hollywood. Actor Sean Astin, the president of the SAG-AFTRA labor unions, joins CBS News with more.
Former winner on "Top Model" docuseries
Former "America's Next Top Model" contestant Eva Marcille, known as Eva Pigford on the show, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the new docuseries exploring the show's controversies. Marcille, the winner of season three in 2004, describes the shocking revelations she learned through watching the docuseries.
Druski on launching career and controversy
Druski speaks to "CBS Mornings" about how he rose to global fame after starting his comedy skits on Instagram in 2017 and some of the controversy in his work, including at the NFL Honors earlier this month.
Jon Taffer on "Bar Rescue" season premiere
Jon Taffer is debuting a new season of "Bar Rescue" on Paramount+, and he joined CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more on what to expect.
"Top Model" docuseries on show controversies
For 24 seasons, supermodel Tyra Banks promised young women the chance to become the next big name in fashion on the show "America's Next Top Model." In a new Netflix documentary, former contestants, judges and Banks herself revisit some of the more controversial episodes of the reality show that aired from 2003 to 2018.
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Social psychologist on social media addiction
One of the catalysts for the social media addiction debate was a 2024 book called "The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. His new book tries to help parents and kids break free from screens. Haidt joins CBS News to discuss Mark Zuckerberg, the ongoing social media addiction trial and artificial intelligence.
Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
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.
Mark Zuckerberg grilled in court
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand at the social media addiction trial examining whether children and teens were given access to an addictive and harmful product. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Zuckerberg testifies at social media trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified Wednesday in a civil case over social media addiction allegations that skyrocketing social media use shows how people value the sites and it's not a strategy to keep users addicted. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
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How the seat position in a murdered teen's car linked to her killer
Sade Robinson, 19, disappeared after a first date. Milwaukee investigators say clues in her car pointed to her assailant.
Man admits trying to bribe juror at ex-boxer's drug trafficking trial
A man charged with trying to bribe a juror with up to $100,000 at the drug trafficking trial of a former heavyweight boxer pleaded guilty to obstructing justice.
4 tons of cocaine seized from "narco sub" in Pacific, video shows
Mexico said it seized about four tons of drugs and detained three people from a "narco sub" 250 nautical miles south of Manzanillo.
Virginia Giuffre's family on former Prince Andrew arrest
British authorities arrested the former Prince Andrew on Thursday over potential misconduct in public office after revelations in the Epstein files. Sky and Amanda Roberts, the brother and sister-in-law of survivor Virginia Giuffre, who died in 2025, join "The Takeout" to discuss.
Former Prince Andrew released from custody
Former Prince Andrew spent 11 hours in a British jail on Thursday as he faces an investigation for possible wrongdoing as a trade official after revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein files. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.
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New NASA boss criticizes agency over Starliner
NASA's new boss blasted both Boeing and his own space agency for the botched Starliner flight that left two astronauts stuck in space for months.
NASA's new chief rebukes Boeing, space agency over problem-plagued Starliner mission
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams were expecting to spend eight to 10 days in space. They ended up remaining in orbit for 286 days.
Artemis II moon rocket refueled in practice countdown setting stage for historic flight
Engineers were able to fully fuel NASA's Artemis II moon rocket without any signs of leaks like the ones that derailed an earlier dress rehearsal.
Fresh crew arrives at International Space Station to boost numbers back to 7
The Crew 12 docking came one month after a previous crew had to return to Earth early due to a medical issue.
SpaceX launches crew to ISS
NASA and SpaceX launched a new mission to the International Space Station with four crew members on board to replace the team that returned last month due to a medical issue with one member. Mark Strassmann has more.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Extended interview: Andrew Yang
During the 2020 presidential race, Andrew Yang warned of the dangers of artificial intelligence long before it was on Washington, D.C.'s radar. He's out with a new book about his experience running for office, "Hey Yang, Where's My Thousand Bucks?", and joins "The Takeout" to discuss his views on the state of U.S. politics and AI.
Sources: Kash Patel takes FBI jet to Italy
FBI Director Kash Patel used an agency jet to fly to Italy with plans to attend the Olympic men's hockey games, sources say. CBS News senior Justice Department reporter Sarah Lynch has the latest.
Virginia Giuffre's family on Epstein conspirators
The family of the late Virginia Giuffre is taking the arrest of former Prince Andrew as a victory, but says U.S. officials have not done enough when it comes to the Jeffrey Epstein files. Republican strategist Harrison Fields and Democratic influencer Carlos Eduardo Espina join to examine the potential political ramifications.
Texas court hears appeal in midwife abortion case
A Texas court on Thursday heard a midwife's appeal in a civil lawsuit filed by Attorney General Ken Paxton, accusing her of violating the state's abortion ban. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the details.
Team USA women's hockey team wins Olympic gold
The Team USA women's hockey team defeated Canada in a thriller to take Olympic gold Thursday, while Alysa Liu ended the U.S.'s two decade medal drought in figure skating . Kelly O'Grady is following all the Olympic action from Milan.