The Doomsday Clock is now 100 seconds to midnight
It's the closest the clock has been to midnight since the Cold War.
Ban Ki-moon
U.N. chief to kick off Times Square NYE countdown
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon will perform one last ceremonial duty before ending his 10-year leadership of the world body
Obama aims to define his global leadership in final UN address
The president will meet with Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and host a summit on refugees next week
U.N. chief taps Hollywood talent to fight poverty
Ban Ki-moon traveled to Hollywood to enlist its star power in the United Nation's ambitious campaign to end poverty
Can U.N. regain trust with an experiment in transparency?
For the 1st time in 71 years, the process by which the U.N. selects its new leader is being furtively unveiled to the public -- so why now?
U.N. chief bowed to "undue pressure" from Saudi coalition
Ban Ki-moon admits he removed members of U.S.-backed coalition from blacklist over attacks that have killed kids
Woman of the world: The push for a female U.N. chief
On this International Women's day, there's quiet but concerted effort to put a woman in charge of solving the world's myriad crises
Sean Penn's famous meetups
Mexican drug lord "El Chapo," Hugo Chavez and Bill Clinton are just a few of the newsmakers the actor and activist Sean Penn has met
World leaders move closer to climate deal
There are some signs of progress at the Paris climate talks - but differences remain and the clock is ticking
Netanyahu to meet Kerry to try and "calm" Mideast bloodshed
Diplomacy intensifies as stabbings continue, and Israeli PM comes under fire for suggesting Palestinian figure convinced Hitler to carry out Holocaust
Please welcome... Colbert's first guests
The "Late Show with Stephen Colbert" premieres on CBS, September 8, 2015; and these are the famous faces christening the show
U.N. head leaves Israel off list of nations deadly to kids
Secretary General Ban Ki-moon still criticized the nation for "unacceptable" violence against young people
Bridging the DMZ: Women's peace march aims to heal Korean rifts
U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon lends support to march between North and South Korea by women from around the world
U.N. Secretary General trip to North Korea cancelled
Ban Ki-moon's visit to the nation would have been the first for a United Nation's leader since 1993
Vatican brings dose of morality to climate debate
A Vatican conference on the environment is the latest sign that Pope Francis wants to make climate change a top priority
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounced Islamic extremism and defended Israel's military actions in a statement delivered Tuesday
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounced Islamic extremism and defended Israel's military actions in a statement delivered Tuesday. Netanyahu appeared with U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon in Tel Aviv, where the two had a meeting.
U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon acknowledged Israel's right to defend itself, but cautioned that further military action in Gaza would not end the violence for good
U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon acknowledged Israel's right to defend itself, but cautioned that further military action in Gaza would not end the violence for good. Ban also called on the Palestinians to form a single government authority that would recognize Israel and continue participating in the peace process. He spoke at an appearance in Tel Aviv with Israel's prime minister.
U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said the Israeli and Palestinian peoples have a common future and he will commit to finding peace
Speaking in Tel Aviv alongside Israel's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said the Israeli and Palestinian peoples have a common future and he will commit to finding peace.
In an appearance in Tel Aviv on Tuesday, U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon advocated for continuing multilateral peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians
In an appearance in Tel Aviv on Tuesday, U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon advocated for continuing multilateral peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians.
U.N.: Assad should be condemned if he used chemical weapons
U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki Moon said if evidence of chemical weapons use found, that "should merit universal condemnation"
Deaths reported in eastern Romania as torrential rainstorms flood homes
The storms battered 19 localities in eight counties in Romania, with strong winds downing dozens of trees that damaged cars and blocked roads and traffic.
DirecTV, Disney reach agreement, restoring channels
The Walt Disney Company and DirecTV are still working to finalize a new, multi-year contract.
Funeral held for Turkish-American activist Aysenur Eygi
Aysenur Eygi, a Turkish-American activist who was likely killed by Israeli forces in the West Bank, was buried on Saturday.
Iran says it successfully launched satellite into orbit
Iran's reported satellite launch comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
Tropical Storm Ileana moves over the southern Gulf of California
Tropical Storm Ileana moved northward over the southern Gulf of California at 7 mph, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center.
Pope Francis says Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are "both against life"
Asked to advise Catholic U.S. voters on the choice between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, Pope Francis had harsh words, but no firm guidance.
Trump says he would deport migrants in Springfield, Ohio, to Venezuela
Trump told reporters,"We're going to have the largest deportation in the history of our country," starting with Ohio and Colorado — "Springfield and Aurora," he said.
Rare copy of U.S. Constitution is up for auction. It could sell for millions.
The copy of the U.S. Constitution, one of only a handful known to exist, was found two years ago at a former plantation in Edenton, North Carolina.
Justin Timberlake speaks out after taking plea deal in Long Island DWI case
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty Friday to driving while ability impaired on Long Island. He spoke to reporters after the plea, saying he made a mistake, and urged people not to get behind the wheel if they had even one drink.
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DirecTV, Disney reach agreement, restoring channels
The Walt Disney Company and DirecTV are still working to finalize a new, multi-year contract.
Rare copy of U.S. Constitution is up for auction. It could sell for millions.
The copy of the U.S. Constitution, one of only a handful known to exist, was found two years ago at a former plantation in Edenton, North Carolina.
911 calls released in deadly Georgia school shooting
Barrow County's emergency call center was overwhelmed by calls on Sept. 4 about a school shooting at Apalachee High School that killed four people and wounded nine others, records released Friday show.
How a man's arrest in a "Captain America" costume led him to sobriety
David Hobbs felt as if his "life was over" when he was arrested in 2019 for breaking into a backyard shed dressed as "Captain America." But a childhood friend came to his aid.
Why boosting the Child Tax Credit has become a key issue for Harris, Trump
Government figures show it now costs more than $300,000 to raise a child from birth to age 18.
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DirecTV, Disney reach agreement, restoring channels
The Walt Disney Company and DirecTV are still working to finalize a new, multi-year contract.
Trump unveils "no tax on overtime pay" policy in Arizona remarks
Former president Trump's latest proposal would cost $227 billion over 10 years, according to the Tax Foundation.
DJT stock soars after Trump says he has "no intention" of selling his stake
Shares in Donald Trump's Trump Media & Technology Group soared on Friday after he vowed not to sell his DJT stake.
AirJet and HydroJet Spa recall 866,000 pumps after one death
Spa pumps made by a Hong Kong-based company are under recall after catching fire and causing one death.
Trump to debut a crypto exchange Monday. Here's what to know.
Trump, who once called cryptocurrency a "scam," is leaning into the digital currencies, which are popular with young men.
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Wanted Islamic State commander killed by U.S., Iraqi forces
Iraqi forces and American troops last month killed a senior commander with the Islamic State group, as well as several other prominent militants, U.S. Central Command and Iraq's military said on Friday.
Why boosting the Child Tax Credit has become a key issue for Harris, Trump
Government figures show it now costs more than $300,000 to raise a child from birth to age 18.
Trump and Harris' views on China, according to their records and what they've said
A look at the records and statements of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump on China in the final weeks before the 2024 presidential election.
Trump says he would deport migrants in Springfield, Ohio, to Venezuela
Trump told reporters,"We're going to have the largest deportation in the history of our country," starting with Ohio and Colorado — "Springfield and Aurora," he said.
Trump unveils "no tax on overtime pay" policy in Arizona remarks
Former president Trump's latest proposal would cost $227 billion over 10 years, according to the Tax Foundation.
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This Florida dad felt fit and healthy — until a doctor said he needed immediate surgery
When Phil Passen found a new doctor after the pandemic, he got some bad news about his congenital heart condition.
New mammogram requirements
After decades of advocacy, there's a new standard for empowering patients who receive mammograms with access to what could be life-saving information. The new regulation, which is now in effect, requires mammogram providers to notify women of their level of breast density.
Boar's Head shutters Virginia plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak
Boar's Head will no longer make liverwurst and is indefinitely closing the location where the product was made, impacting 500 workers.
Opioid deaths now lowest in 3 years, but still worse than pre-pandemic
Drug overdose deaths from opioids such as heroin and fentanyl have fallen from a peak in 2023.
About half of Americans plan on skipping COVID, flu shots this year, survey finds
It's critical to get COVID and flu vaccinations as we head into the fall and winter months, an infectious disease expert said.
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Iran says it successfully launched satellite into orbit
Iran's reported satellite launch comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
Funeral held for Turkish-American activist Aysenur Eygi
Aysenur Eygi, a Turkish-American activist who was likely killed by Israeli forces in the West Bank, was buried on Saturday.
Deaths reported in eastern Romania as torrential rainstorms flood homes
The storms battered 19 localities in eight counties in Romania, with strong winds downing dozens of trees that damaged cars and blocked roads and traffic.
Tropical Storm Ileana moves over the southern Gulf of California
Tropical Storm Ileana moved northward over the southern Gulf of California at 7 mph, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center.
Wanted Islamic State commander killed by U.S., Iraqi forces
Iraqi forces and American troops last month killed a senior commander with the Islamic State group, as well as several other prominent militants, U.S. Central Command and Iraq's military said on Friday.
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The Heavy Heavy performs "Because You're Mine"
Since being formed in Brighton, England, "The Heavy Heavy" has been hailed as "one of the most talented rock bands alive." The quintet self-produced their critically acclaimed debut EP, and are about to release their first album. Now, making their return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is "The Heavy Heavy" with "Because You're Mine."
The Heavy Heavy performs "Happiness"
Since being formed in Brighton, England, "The Heavy Heavy" has been hailed as "one of the most talented rock bands alive." The quintet self-produced their critically acclaimed debut EP, and are about to release their first album. Now, making their return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is "The Heavy Heavy" with "Happiness."
The Heavy Heavy performs "Cherry"
Since being formed in Brighton, England, "The Heavy Heavy" has been hailed as "one of the most talented rock bands alive." The quintet self-produced their critically acclaimed debut EP, and are about to release their first album. Now, making their return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is "The Heavy Heavy" with "Cherry."
Inside the "GeoGuessr" world championship
Imagine landing nearly anywhere in the world without being told where you are — and still being able to pinpoint your exact location from just a few clues. A dedicated group of online players are competing at an international competition in Sweden this weekend and opened up to CBS News about how the game has changed the way they see the world.
Justin Timberlake pleads guilty
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while ability impaired on Friday. It's a lesser offense than the driving under intoxication charge he faced after being arrested this summer. As part of the plea, Timberlake agreed to make a public service announcement, which he did immediately after leaving court.
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How dangerous misinformation spreads online
U.S. security officials have warned voters to stay vigilant for false information ahead of the 2024 election. Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and the CBS News Confirmed team take a look at the way misinformation spreads online, and how you can tell fact from fiction.
United will offer free in-flight Wi-Fi after signing deal with Starlink
United Airlines will offer free Wi-Fi after signing deal with Elon Musk's Starlink to provide more reliable connectivity in the air.
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.
FDA approves Apple AirPods Pro 2 to be used as hearing aids
Tech giant's latest AirPods will soon function as hearing aids for people with mild to moderate hearing loss.
Microsoft says service issues "fully resolved" after outage shuts down systems
More than 20,000 users of Microsoft 365 tools alone reported issues accessing systems on Thursday morning in apparent software outage.
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Mysterious 9-day seismic event triggered by 650-foot tsunami
A tsunami stemming from a landslide was behind a surprising seismic event last year that shook the earth for nine days, researchers said.
Polaris Dawn crew conducts first all-civilian spacewalk
The spacewalkers tested new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
California crews battle high temps, Line Fire
Record-high temperatures have hit several areas of California, Arizona and Oregon since Friday, extending the fire season and creating drier conditions that make wildfires spread faster. The Line Fire in Southern California has grown past 21,000 acres, roughly half the size of Washington, D.C. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Transistor issue resolved, NASA clears way for Europa Clipper launch
The Europa Clipper remains on track for launch Oct. 10 to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa, where a vast ocean lurks beneath an icy crust.
The Climate Election: Maternal health & pregnancy
For those who are pregnant, extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable. Studies show it can lead to serious complications for them and their unborn child, including pre-term births, miscarriages and stillbirths, and even increase the likelihood of one of the leading causes of death of pregnant women in the U.S. — homicide. Here's what to know.
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New show explores unsolved Wonderland murders
In 1981, four people were brutally murdered in the drug house of the Wonderland Gang in Los Angeles. A new MGM+ docuseries, "The Wonderland Massacre & the Secret History of Hollywood," goes into the unsolved case. Executive producer Michael Connelly and director Alison Ellwood join CBS News to discuss the making of the series.
3 Americans among dozens sentenced to death in Congo coup attempt
A military court in Congo has convicted 37 people, including three Americans, on charges of taking part in a coup attempt and sentenced them to death.
Gun Violence in Chicago
CBS News Chicago is giving you the most accurate, up-to-date data on gun violence incidents from the Chicago Police Department and the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office.
Justin Timberlake speaks out after taking plea deal in Long Island DWI case
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty Friday to driving while ability impaired on Long Island. He spoke to reporters after the plea, saying he made a mistake, and urged people not to get behind the wheel if they had even one drink.
Longtime Mexican drug cartel leader pleads not guilty in New York
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada said he was forcibly kidnapped and brought to the U.S. by another fugitive cartel leader, Joaquín Guzmán López.
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Polaris Dawn astronaut performs from space
Astronaut Sarah Gillis, who took part in Polaris Dawn's historic spacewalk earlier this week, delivered a violin performance from the mission. The performance was synced with an orchestra on Earth.
Starliner crew turns the page, looks forward to extended station stay
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunita Williams look ahead to a productive science mission.
Boeing Starliner crew speaks from space
Boeing Starliner commander Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunita Williams spoke to reporters from the International Space Station where they will remain until 2025. The Starliner capsule's mission was supposed to last eight days but NASA delayed its return to Earth after facing technical issues. CBS News' Mark Strassmann spoke to the crew.
What's next after SpaceX Polaris spacewalk?
The four members of the SpaceX Polaris Dawn crew made history Thursday as they completed the first privately financed spacewalk in history. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
SpaceX Polaris Dawn crew completes spacewalk
The first private commercial spacewalk in history was completed Thursday morning by the SpaceX Polaris Dawn crew. The four-person mission was led by billionaire tech CEO Jared Isaacman and lasted about two hours. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
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The Heavy Heavy performs "Because You're Mine"
Since being formed in Brighton, England, "The Heavy Heavy" has been hailed as "one of the most talented rock bands alive." The quintet self-produced their critically acclaimed debut EP, and are about to release their first album. Now, making their return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is "The Heavy Heavy" with "Because You're Mine."
The Heavy Heavy performs "Cherry"
Since being formed in Brighton, England, "The Heavy Heavy" has been hailed as "one of the most talented rock bands alive." The quintet self-produced their critically acclaimed debut EP, and are about to release their first album. Now, making their return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is "The Heavy Heavy" with "Cherry."
The Heavy Heavy performs "Happiness"
Since being formed in Brighton, England, "The Heavy Heavy" has been hailed as "one of the most talented rock bands alive." The quintet self-produced their critically acclaimed debut EP, and are about to release their first album. Now, making their return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is "The Heavy Heavy" with "Happiness."
Inside the "GeoGuessr" world championship
Imagine landing nearly anywhere in the world without being told where you are — and still being able to pinpoint your exact location from just a few clues. A dedicated group of online players are competing at an international competition in Sweden this weekend and opened up to CBS News about how the game has changed the way they see the world.
Polaris Dawn astronaut performs from space
Astronaut Sarah Gillis, who took part in Polaris Dawn's historic spacewalk earlier this week, delivered a violin performance from the mission. The performance was synced with an orchestra on Earth.