London Calling: England faces Brexit and COVID
Much of the U.K. is currently in lockdown as a new variant of the coronavirus spreads rapidly. Meanwhile, the country waits on a Brexit deal. Simon Bates explains in this edition of "London Calling."
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U.K., E.U. closer to Brexit trade deal
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says a trade deal between the E.U. and U.K. is closer than ever. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins CBSN to break down what the outstanding issues are and what could happen if there is no agreement.
Alps glaciers melting & more world headlines
Researchers say 92% of glaciers near the Alps could be lost by 2100 because of climate change. Brexit talks resume before the December 31st deadlines. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge embark on a royal train tour. And a WWII-era bomb was defused in Frankfurt, Germany. CBS news foreign correspondent Chris Livesay joins "CBSN AM" from Rome with today's global headlines.
WorldView: Brexit talks and more headlines
Britain and the European Union are pushing each other to compromise on issues like fishing as they get closer to Brexit. In France, authorities have started investigations into dozens of mosques suspected of links to extremism. Despite protest from human rights activists, Bangladesh has moved Rohingya refugees to an isolated island. And hundred of London taxi drivers are returning their rented black cabs as the pandemic affects the economy. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi joins CBSN AM with headlines from around the world.
Nigel Farage rebrands Brexit Party to challenge U.K.'s COVID-19 lockdown
"The debate over how to respond to COVID is becoming even more toxic than that over Brexit," Farage said.
U.K. sets Brexit trade talks deadline
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says that if the U.K. and the EU cannot reach a Brexit trade agreement, he will "move on" and work to secure individual deals with each EU member state. As the latest round of negotiations gets underway, the government is reported to be planning a new law which could affect special arrangements for Northern Ireland. BBC News political editor Laura Kuenssberg has this special report for CBSN.
Simon Bates presents London Calling
U.K. prime minister Boris Johnson's plan of a "Global Britain" is struggling under the coronavirus. But as CBS News contributor Simon Bates observes, the pandemic is only the latest challenge for Johnson's international post-Brexit ambitions, as the past couple of years have seen one bilateral relationship after another deteriorate. (Note: the views expressed in this piece belong to Simon Bates and does not necessarily reflect those of CBS.)
U.K. report on Russian election meddling
A new report from the British Parliament says the government did not do a sufficient job at investigating alleged Russian election meddling during the 2014 Scottish referendum and the 2016 Brexit vote. CBS News' Mark Phillips has the details.
Top U.K. adviser refuses to resign in pandemic scandal
There are growing calls in Britain for Dominic Cummings, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's top adviser, to resign after he apparently broke the country's lockdown restrictions to drive from London to his parents' home in northeastern England in March. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins CBSN with the latest developments.
Meghan Markle appears at International Women's Day event in Britain
Meghan Markle appeared as a speaker at an International Women's Day event in East London. Prince Harry and Markle are expected to step away from their roles as senior royals March 31.
Greece may demand U.K. return Parthenon Marbles in Brexit deal
European countries could use Brexit as an opportunity to take back priceless antiquities claimed by Britain.
U.K leaves the EU after bitter Brexit vote
Britain officially left the European Union late Friday night. It marks the end of more than 3 years of bitter fighting over Brexit - and the start of an uncertain future for the country. Roxana Saberi reports.
U.K. stands divided after formal Brexit
Brexit supporters celebrated the U.K.’s historic departure from the EU after it was formalized on Friday after nearly four tense years of back-and-forth. The country’s first order of business will include negotiations over trade and security as it will no longer abide by the trading bloc’s rules. Roxana Saberi is in London where protesters and supporters are letting their emotions out on full display.
UK parts ways with the EU
The United Kingdom officially left the European Union on Friday. Mark Kounalakis, a foreign affairs syndicated columnist at McClatchy, joined CBSN to break it all down.
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U.K. finally leaves the EU
History is being made in Great Britain. It's divorce from the European Union became official nearly four years after the Brexit vote.
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The U.K. finally leaves the EU — nearly 4 years after Brexit vote
Britain has left the European Union, becoming the first member state in the bloc's history to do so.
What actually changes, and when, with Brexit?
Tonight, the United Kingdom will officially leave the European Union. What comes next?
Brexit Day finally arrives for the U.K.
On 11pm local time January 31, the U.K. officially leaves the European Union. Although the symbolism is significant, in practice it only begins an 11-month period of transition. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Mark Phillips joins CBSN from London to explains what that entails.
U.K. completes Brexit as EU sings goodbye
Emotions ran high in Brussels as the EU Parliament sang Auld Lang Syne to its departing British members. Brexiteer Nigel Farage gleefully waved the U.K. flag in his goodbye speech after the country ended its 47-year tenure in the European Union. Mark Phillips reports from London where people are asking what comes next.
Emotions run high as U.K. finally heads for the Brexit
Nigel Farage, who had made it his life's work to get Britain out of the EU, teased the chamber on his last day there, but not everyone is so happy.
Brexit set to occur Friday
Amanda Sloat, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, joined “Red and Blue” to break down what will happen after the UK officially leaves the European Union on Friday.
Pompeo assures U.K. on Brexit-eve that Huawei deal won't hurt relations
The "special relationship" between the U.S. and Britain "is deep. It is strong, it will remain," Pompeo said in London.
WorldView: Deadly storm hits Spain, and more
A storm has killed at least 13 people in northeastern Spain. Puerto Ricans brave the rain to protest their new governor. And EU leaders formally sign the Brexit agreement. Ian Lee rounds up the latest world headlines from London.
Harry and Meghan's non-royal future
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have agreed to give up their royal titles and state funding while pursuing more independent lives. CBSN royal contributor Victoria Arbiter explains what their future might look like.
Planned crewed launch of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft scrubbed
The planned crewed launch of Boeing's long-delayed Starliner crew ferry ship was called off less than two hours before liftoff.
Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
Tornadoes spotted in Oklahoma as dangerous storms move across Great Plains
Tornadoes touched down Monday evening in rural Oklahoma as large hail pelted parts of Kansas.
Some students want colleges to divest from Israel. Here's what that means.
College protesters are demanding divestment as a way to deliver change, although its effectiveness isn't clear cut.
Jury in Trump trial gets inside look into Michael Cohen payments
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
U.S. soldier is detained in Russia, officials confirm
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Hamas says it approves of cease-fire plan, but Israel says it has "gaps"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the proposal is "far from meeting Israel's core demands."
Rep. Nehls responds to report that military record contradicts medal claims
There is no question that Nehls served overseas and engaged in combat, but military documents show he received one Bronze Star instead of two.
Man arrested after allegedly trying to shoot pastor during sermon
A man was also found shot to death inside the home where the man who pulled the gun during the service.
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Tornadoes spotted in Oklahoma as dangerous storms move across Great Plains
Tornadoes touched down Monday evening in rural Oklahoma as large hail pelted parts of Kansas.
Jury in Trump trial gets inside look into Michael Cohen payments
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
White-coated candy recalled nationwide over salmonella risk
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
Some students want colleges to divest from Israel. Here's what that means.
College protesters are demanding divestment as a way to deliver change, although its effectiveness isn't clear cut.
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White-coated candy recalled nationwide over salmonella risk
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
Some students want colleges to divest from Israel. Here's what that means.
College protesters are demanding divestment as a way to deliver change, although its effectiveness isn't clear cut.
Equinox's new fitness program aims to extend your life — for $40,000
A new membership from luxury fitness chain Equinox includes a battery of tests normally reserved for professional athletes.
Condé Nast union reaches labor agreement, won't picket Met Gala
Condé Nast employees were set to walk off the job only hours before the Met Gala, chaired by company editorial director Anna Wintour.
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Jury in Trump trial gets inside look into Michael Cohen payments
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
U.S. soldier is detained in Russia, officials confirm
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Hamas says it approves of cease-fire plan, but Israel says it has "gaps"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the proposal is "far from meeting Israel's core demands."
Gov. Kristi Noem faces questions about false claim she met Kim Jong Un
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem would not answer a question about whether the meeting with the North Korean leader actually occurred.
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White-coated candy recalled nationwide over salmonella risk
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Are you protecting yourself from skin cancer with these steps?
A survey from the American Academy of Dermatology finds more than one-third of adults reported getting a sunburn last year — the highest number since 2020.
Planters nuts sold in 5 states recalled due to listeria fears
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
Steward Health Care files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Steward Health Care, the struggling hospital group that owns hospitals in Massachusetts, Texas, Florida and other states, announced Monday that it is filing for bankruptcy.
CDC says bird flu viruses "pose pandemic potential," cites major knowledge gaps
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
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U.S. soldier is detained in Russia, officials confirm
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Hamas says it approves of cease-fire plan, but Israel says it has "gaps"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the proposal is "far from meeting Israel's core demands."
Afghan diplomat accused of smuggling gold into India resigns
Zakia Wardak, Afghanistan's top diplomat in India, announced her resignation after reportedly being stopped at an airport with the gold cache.
Russia plans tactical nuclear weapons drills near Ukraine border
Claiming a "new round of escalation" from NATO amid the war in Ukraine, Russia plans drills simulating the use of battlefield nuclear weapons.
Massive rescue effort as floods inundate southern Brazilian metropolis
Historic flooding has left the wealthy Brazilian city of Porto Alegre underwater, with more than 80 people dead and many awaiting rescue.
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See the 2024 Met Gala's best-dressed stars and biggest moments
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night.
Watch the Met Gala red carpet arrivals and see every 2024 look
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
Miss USA suddenly resigns, urges people to prioritize mental health
Miss USA Noelia Voigt said she's stepping down and relinquishing her crown.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef, explained
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have each released several ruthless diss tracks against each other, with Kendrick alleging Drake has a secret daughter and making other disturbing accusations.
Tom Selleck talks 6 decades in Hollywood
From "Magnum, P.I." to "Blue Bloods," Tom Selleck has become a staple of American television and film. In his latest memoir, "You Never Know," Selleck shares insights from his journey in Hollywood and beyond.
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Students use "Sidechat" app for protests
Sidechat, an app launched in 2022 where students can post anonymously about their colleges, is becoming a tool for those choosing to protest at U.S. campuses. Amanda Silberling, a senior culture writer for TechCrunch, joins CBS News with more details on the app.
Microsoft expanding biometric passkey access
Microsoft users can now use biometric passkeys, like a thumbprint or Face ID, to sign into Microsoft 365, Copilot. Jon Fingas, senior editor at Techopedia, has more.
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.
What is Sidechat? The controversial messaging app, explained
Sidechat, an anonymous messaging app, has been used by students to share opinions and updates, but university administrators say it has also fueled hateful rhetoric.
New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia
Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.
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Countdown is on for historic Boeing launch
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
Hammerhead flatworm sightings in Canada
Reported sightings of giant, toxic, invasive hammerhead flatworms are on the rise in parts of southeastern Canada. Experts say the worms can grow up to 3 feet long and pose a risk to children, pets and other small animals. Peter Ducey, PH.D. and distinguished teaching professor at SUNY Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss the worm.
Ingenuity, NASA's "little 'copter that could" (and did!)
When NASA added a tiny four-pound helicopter as a stowaway to its Mars 2020 lander, it expected the helicopter to fly five very brief flights in the thin Martian atmosphere. Yet, Ingenuity would far surpass all expectations.
Ingenuity: NASA's remarkable Martian helicopter
When NASA added a drone named Ingenuity to its Mars 2020 rover Perseverance, it expected the tiny four-pound helicopter to fly a total of five very brief missions in the thin Martian atmosphere. But Ingenuity far surpassed all expectations, flying dozens of flights before suffering damage to its rotors in January. Correspondent David Pogue reports on how the tiny drone, created from off-the-shelf parts, continued to provide valuable data and images from the Red Planet three years into its mission.
Bumblebee nests are under attack – and it's killing their babies
There's a newly-determined "major factor" in declining bumblebee populations – and it's attacking their nests.
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Man sitting along highway confesses to woman's 2016 murder
A man has confessed to killing a woman at her apartment near Oklahoma City in 2016. He is being held on a first-degree murder charge.
Abducted baby found alive after 2 women killed, girl injured in New Mexico
Police identified the victims as Samantha Cisneros and Taryn Allen and said a 5-year-old girl was injured with a gunshot wound.
Man accused of trying to shoot pastor during sermon at Pennsylvania church
A church service in North Braddock, Pennsylvania, was upended Sunday when a man pulled a gun on the pastor in the middle of his sermon.
Bodies of missing surfers found with bullet wounds, Mexican officials say
Officials confirmed the bodies found in a well last week in Mexico belonged to three missing surfers and that they each had bullet wounds.
Detective's affair exposed during wife's murder investigation
Brian Fanion says he and his wife Amy Fanion had been arguing about his retirement plans when she picked up his service weapon and shot herself. Investigators did not believe his story.
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What to know about Boeing's Starliner launch
Boeing's Starliner space capsule is set for a historic launch Monday night. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood looks at the long-awaited mission into orbit, and what it could mean for the future of space travel.
Planned crewed launch of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft scrubbed
The planned piloted launch of Boeing's long-delayed Starliner crew ferry ship was called off with less than two hours to go before liftoff.
Boeing to launch Starliner
After years of delays, Boeing is set to launch its Starliner spacecraft with a crew for the first time Monday. The test flight will carry two astronauts to the International Space Station.
When and where you can see the Eta Aquariids meteor shower peak
The Eta Aquariids meteor shower will peak overnight on Sunday into Monday, according to NASA.
Boeing preps Starliner crew ferry ship for first piloted test flight
Two veteran astronauts will put the Starliner through its paces in the ship's first piloted flight to orbit.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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See the 2024 Met Gala's best-dressed stars
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports.
Breaking down the latest presidential polls
Key battleground states across the country are essentially even, according to a recent CBS News poll. Executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto examines the numbers. Then, journalists Jasmine Wright and Daniella Diaz join with analysis.
John Dickerson on the politics of lying
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is in trouble for telling the truth about what she did to her dog and lying about what she didn't do on the world stage. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson explains.
Celebrities walk 2024 Met Gala red carpet
The 2024 Met Gala is underway with celebrities arriving for the red carpet. CBS News New York reporter Ali Bauman has more from outside the Met.
Hamas says it accepts cease-fire proposal
Hamas said Monday it had accepted a proposed cease-fire deal with Israel presented by Egypt and Qatar. Earlier in the day, President Biden spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about efforts to secure a hostage deal and had lunch with King Abdullah of Jordan. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.