Americans detained by foreign governments
The vast majority of Americans wrongfully imprisoned abroad today are not held by terrorist groups, but by foreign governments. Lesley Stahl reports.
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The vast majority of Americans wrongfully imprisoned abroad today are not held by terrorist groups, but by foreign governments. Lesley Stahl reports.
The vast majority of Americans wrongfully imprisoned abroad today are not held by terrorist groups, but by foreign governments. Lesley Stahl reports.
Bill Richardson, former U.S. ambassador to the U.N. and two-term Democratic governor of New Mexico, died Friday at the age of 75. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on Richardson's legacy.
Former U.N. ambassador and renowned diplomat Bill Richardson died in his sleep on Friday at the age of 75, according to a statement put out by the Richardson Center for Global Engagement. The former U.S. Congressman traveled across the globe helping to secure the release of numerous Americans from North Korea and Sudan to Iran and Russia.
Richardson helped negotiate the release of detained Americans.
The American journalist was held captive in Myanmar for almost six months. He told 60 Minutes what his days were like inside the infamous lockup known for holding political prisoners.
Former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson joins CBS News' "Red & Blue" to discuss his role in helping Trevor Reed get released from prison in Russia.
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Danny Fenster, a Detroit native who had been locked away for nearly 6 months in Myanmar, was released this fall after efforts by former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson. Lesley Stahl reports on detainees like Fenster, Sunday on 60 Minutes.
The American reporter swept up in Myanmar's post-coup unrest was sentenced only days ago to 11 years hard labor, but is now heading for home, U.S. diplomat Bill Richardson says.
More than 700,000 Rohingya Muslims have fled Myanmar in the last five months. Refugees are saying the country's army is killing and raping their people. Former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson has resigned from a Myanmar advisory board on the Rohingya crisis, calling it a "whitewash." He joins CBSN to explain why he believes the country's civilian leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, is not doing enough to help the refugees.
The Justice Department is investigating the apparent suicide of Jeffrey Epstein behind bars. CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi reports from the detention facility where Epstein was found dead over the weekend, while "48 Hours" producer Murray Weiss joins CBSN with a closer look at the circumstances surrounding Epstein's death.
There are growing calls for answers after the death of Jeffrey Epstein, who apparently killed himself inside a Manhattan jail cell. CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi has the latest, and Miami Herald investigative reporter Julie K. Brown joins CBSN to discuss what's next for the alleged victims.
New Mexico's commissioner of public lands has turned over 400 pages of Epstein's property records that may contain names of his alleged co-conspirators
The Justice Department is investigating how the disgraced financier died in custody over the weekend and why no one prevented it
Thousands of pages of court documents stem from a lawsuit filed by a woman who claims financier Jeffrey Epstein kept her as a teen sex slave
Former U.N. ambassador and New Mexico governor Bill Richardson spoke with CBSN anchor Reena Ninan about his experience meeting with North Korean leaders what the United States' upcoming negotiations with Kim Jong Un may look like.
President Trump will meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in the near future for a presidential summit
As U.N. says still unsafe for Muslim refugees to return to Myanmar, veteran U.S. diplomat calls panel a "cheerleading operation" for Aung San Suu Kyi
Former U.S. ambassador to the U.N. says there's a strong risk of starting a war by accident
Police say former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson rear-ended another vehicle in downtown Santa Fe
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico. The draw is being revealed from the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
President Trump's claims of a historic multitrillion-dollar investment surge don't match federal data or the administration's own numbers.
The Trump administration says societal threats mean some European nations may not be "strong enough to remain reliable allies."
In July 2019, Minnesota state officials spotted early signs of fraud that would eventually siphon away more than $1 billion in taxpayer money, sources told CBS News.
Kerrville Police Chief Chris McCall warned that the calls received by dispatchers are distressing.
The seizures come as Colombian President Gustavo Petro is calling on the U.S. to end strikes in the region against apparent drug-carrying vessels.
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico. The draw is being revealed from the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
Kerrville Police Chief Chris McCall warned that the calls received by dispatchers are distressing.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
President Trump's claims of a historic multitrillion-dollar investment surge don't match federal data or the administration's own numbers.
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
A former autoworker was given back his retirement through the kindness of strangers.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
As the White House tries to curb Moscow's energy income, Vladimir Putin enjoys a warm welcome in India, and promises an "uninterrupted supply" of Russian fuel.
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
President Trump's claims of a historic multitrillion-dollar investment surge don't match federal data or the administration's own numbers.
In July 2019, Minnesota state officials spotted early signs of fraud that would eventually siphon away more than $1 billion in taxpayer money, sources told CBS News.
As intrigue grows over whether Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett plans to announce a U.S. Senate campaign next week, she confirmed to CBS News she's spoken with would-be opponents.
A U.S. District Court decision to end the deployment of National Guard members to Washington, D.C., is now on hold.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
The royal symbol on the newly discovered figurines solves a long-standing mystery by identifying who was buried in the sarcophagus.
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
After a number of drone sightings near European airports and military bases, mysterious aircraft were seen over Ireland as Ukraine's Zelenskyy visited.
The Trump administration says societal threats mean some European nations may not be "strong enough to remain reliable allies."
The seizures come as Colombian President Gustavo Petro is calling on the U.S. to end strikes in the region against apparent drug-carrying vessels.
Eleven exclusive 2026 Golden Globes categories will be revealed Monday at 8:30 a.m. ET, only on "CBS Mornings."
The New York Times bestselling author returns to the village of Mitford in her 15th novel featuring Father Tim Kavanagh.
Amy Allen, who is up for four Grammys, including songwriter of the year, sits down with Anthony Mason to talk about how she went from a nursing student to writing Grammy-nominated hits for Sabrina Carpenter and other pop stars.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Lucy Liu talks about starring in and producing the movie "Rosemead," why she says the story resonates universally and reflecting on personal experiences for the film.
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, President Trump's "big, beautiful bill," and the longest government shutdown in U.S. history ranked among Google's top search trends this year.
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.
Leaders in the robotics industry say that to strengthen AI, companies also need a plan for robots. The White House appears to be listening. Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her article on the topic.
Google has released its list of the 2025 top search trends. Robert Ferrera, a Google Trends expert, joins CBS News with more.
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
Luigi Mangione, the man who faces a New York state trial over the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, did not attend his pretrial hearing because he's sick, the court announced Friday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
The Pentagon announced a new strike and the deaths of four people aboard a boat apparently carrying drugs in the Pacific Ocean. CBS News' Eleanor Watson reports.
A federal grand jury refused to re-indict Letitia James, the New York attorney general, after a judge threw out earlier fraud charges against her. Reuters reporter Sarah Lynch joins CBS News with more.
Police bodycam footage of Luigi Mangione's arrest played in court shows officers questioning the suspect in the UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder after receiving a tip about his whereabouts. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
The Justice Department and FBI announced the arrest of a man accused of planting pipe bombs in Washington, D.C., on the eve of the U.S. Capitol riots on January 6, 2021. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
Researchers have documented 55 instances of "mini lightning" over two Martian years by eavesdropping on the whirling wind recorded by NASA's Perseverance rover.
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
A retrospective look at the actor, director, producer, and founder of the Sundance Institute.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
The Trump administration released a National Security Strategy document that details explosive claims about Europe's potential future in the next 20 years. CBS News' Willie James Inman reports.
An Iowa man who spoke to CBS News about sleeping in his car with his dog during the frigid winter temperatures is now receiving support from his community. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more, and meteorologist John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
Luigi Mangione, the man who faces a New York state trial over the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, did not attend his pretrial hearing because he's sick, the court announced Friday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
The Pentagon announced a new strike and the deaths of four people aboard a boat apparently carrying drugs in the Pacific Ocean. CBS News' Eleanor Watson reports.
The Trump administration's newly released National Security Strategy details potential dangers for Europe in the next 20 years. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.