U.S., Russia prisoner swap is the latest in a long history of exchanges
Despite frosty relations, the U.S. and the former Soviet Union have swapped prisoners for decades.
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Caitlin Clark expected to be off star-studded Olympic team, reports say
The U.S. women, who have won every gold medal in women's basketball since the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, expect to field a star-packed team.
Brittney and Cherelle Griner reveal baby's name
Brittney and Cherelle Griner shared videos from their baby shower exclusively with "CBS Mornings."
Russian court extends Evan Gershkovich's pretrial detention yet again
U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich will remain "wrongfully detained" by Russia - with no sign yet of a trial on espionage charges – until at least June.
American Paul Whelan appears in rare video from inside Russian prison
"You understand when I say that I can't do an interview, which means that I can't answer any questions," Whelan told a Russia Today reporter.
Brittney Griner will miss at least 2 games to focus on her mental health
"The Mercury fully support Brittney and we will continue to work together on a timeline for her return," the team said on Saturday.
Freed Russian arms dealer known as "Merchant of Death" running for office
Viktor Bout, the Russian arms dealer freed by the U.S. in a prisoner swap for Brittney Griner, is running as a candidate for a far-right party in local elections.
U.S. hostage envoy on "one of the toughest phone calls" he's ever had
Roger Carstens said "one of his toughest phone calls" was explaining to Paul Whelan why he wasn't included in a prisoner swap with Brittney Griner.
Lawmaker seeks to shed light on "wrongfully detained" designations
The Marc Fogel Act, introduced by Rep. Guy Reschenthaler of Pennsylvania, would require the State Department to justify the lack of a "wrongfully detained" designation.
U.S. citizen Michael Travis Leake detained in Moscow on drug charges
A Russian court claims Leake, the latest American taken into custody by the Kremlin, "organized the sale of drugs to young people."
Brittney Griner and teammates allegedly harassed at Dallas airport
The details of Saturday's incident were not immediately clear, although far-right activist Alex Stein posted a video on Twitter that showed him accosting Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner at an airport.
Brittney Griner participates in first WNBA preseason game since detainment
Griner's return to the Mercury rekindles hope the franchise can make another run to the WNBA Finals.
Families of detained Americans plead for meeting with Biden
The families believe speaking directly with President Biden will help get their loved ones home.
White House Correspondents' Dinner highlights
President Biden made jokes about the media, politics and himself at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner. Nancy Cordes was at the event and joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss highlights from the night.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence testifies in election probe; cruise lines welcome younger generations.
Brittney Griner gives first press conference since Russian detainment
"You're going to be faced with adversities in life," Griner said. "This was a pretty big one. I just relied on my hard work to get through it."
Griner on Russian detainment, WNBA season
Brittney Griner spoke at a press conference Thursday ahead of the WNBA season. The Phoenix Mercury star spoke about what gave her hope during the months she was wrongfully detained in Russian prisons and how she has prepared for her return to basketball. Griner, who had also played for a Russian basketball team, said she wouldn't play overseas again "unless I'm representing my country at the Olympics."
Jennifer Coolidge on Time's 100 most influential list
Jennifer Coolidge became a fan favorite on "The White Lotus," a role that coincided with the resurgence of her career, and has gained a massive following.
What happens when an American is "wrongfully detained" abroad
The rare determination came less than two weeks after Evan Gershkovich was arrested in Russia.
Brittney Griner writing memoir on "unfathomable" Russian imprisonment
Griner will describe "her stark and surreal time living in a foreign prison and the terrifying aspects of day-to-day life in a women's penal colony," her publisher said.
Concerns about Americans detained in Russia
State Secretary Antony Blinken is calling for the release of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who he says is being wrongfully detained in Russia. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joined "Red and Blue" to discuss how the case compares to other Americans who have faced Russian detention.
Griner says she has "great concern" for reporter held in Russia
"Every American who is taken is ours to fight for and every American returned is a win for us all," the Griners said.
Angela Bassett wins big at NAACP Image Awards
Variety magazine's senior entertainment writer Angelique Jackson joins "CBS News Mornings" with the highlights from the 54th NAACP Image Awards, including honors for Angela Bassett, Gabrielle Union and Dwayne Wade, and an appearance by Brittney Griner.
Sports update: Aaron Rodgers, Brittney Griner
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is weighing his NFL future ahead of his 19th season in the league. CBS News special correspondent James Brown joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss Rodgers' "darkness retreat" plus Brittney Griner's WNBA future.
Brittney Griner to return to the WNBA
Brittney Griner, the WNBA star who was detained in Russia for nearly 10 months, will return to the WNBA this upcoming season. The free agent re-signed with the Phoenix Mercury for a one-year contract, a source confirmed to CBS News on Sunday.
Fact checking debate claims from Trump and Harris' 2024 presidential faceoff
CBS News fact-checked Trump and Harris in their first 2024 presidential debate, where they challenged each other on their plans for the economy and America's future.
Hurricane Francine makes landfall in Louisiana as Category 2 storm
Hurricane Francine made landfall in southern Louisiana's Terrebonne Parish, the National Hurricane Center said.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine pushes back on fake migrant story shared by Trump
The baseless rumors have been amplified in recent days by former President Donald Trump and his allies.
Officials say delays in election-related mail could disenfranchise voters
State and local election officials warned that ongoing issues could risk disenfranchising voters.
Harris says she is a gun owner in presidential debate with Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris reminded the public during the debate with former President Donald Trump that she owns a gun.
Analysis of the words Trump, Harris relied on in their first debate
CBS News Confirmed analyzed the words Trump and Harris used during the presidential debate to determine what themes and rhetoric they used to appeal to voters.
Taylor Swift drove 337,826 visitors to vote.gov with Harris endorsement
Taylor Swift's post endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the White House on Tuesday drove at least 337,826 users to visit the site vote.gov.
Right-wing influencer spreads false claim Harris wore earpiece
The baseless claim has been repeated after several presidential debates.
Trump falsely claims Democrats support abortions "after birth"
Infanticide is illegal in every state, and Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, have never supported it.
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How the migrant community of Springfield got caught in a political firestorm
During the debate with Vice President Kamala Harris, former President Donald Trump poured fuel on local grievances with a baseless conspiracy theory.
Trump falsely claims Democrats support abortions "after birth"
Infanticide is illegal in every state, and Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, have never supported it.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine pushes back on fake migrant story shared by Trump
The baseless rumors have been amplified in recent days by former President Donald Trump and his allies.
Campbell Soup Company planning to drop "soup" from its name
Campbell's is known for its soup, but the company is hoping to change its name in an effort to ensure people know it sells other foods, too.
Analysis of the words Trump, Harris relied on in their first debate
CBS News Confirmed analyzed the words Trump and Harris used during the presidential debate to determine what themes and rhetoric they used to appeal to voters.
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Campbell Soup Company planning to drop "soup" from its name
Campbell's is known for its soup, but the company is hoping to change its name in an effort to ensure people know it sells other foods, too.
Use of AI to replicate James Earl Jones' voice of Darth Vader concerns actors
Over the course of an acting career that spanned more than six decades, James Earl Jones' voice became an indelible piece of his work as a performer.
Here's why it's a good time to lease an electric vehicle
Average monthly lease payments on EVs are $578, but even better deals can be found. They won't last forever, though.
TD Bank gave incorrect customer data to consumer reporting agencies
Financial watchdog says Toronto-Dominion Bank shared incorrect info for thousands of its U.S. customers with consumer reporting companies.
Here's how much Social Security benefits are forecast to rise in 2025
Social Security Administration is expected to disclose cost-of-living adjustment for retired workers in mid-October.
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Trump falsely claims Democrats support abortions "after birth"
Infanticide is illegal in every state, and Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, have never supported it.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine pushes back on fake migrant story shared by Trump
The baseless rumors have been amplified in recent days by former President Donald Trump and his allies.
Analysis of the words Trump, Harris relied on in their first debate
CBS News Confirmed analyzed the words Trump and Harris used during the presidential debate to determine what themes and rhetoric they used to appeal to voters.
Taylor Swift drove 337,826 visitors to vote.gov with Harris endorsement
Taylor Swift's post endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the White House on Tuesday drove at least 337,826 users to visit the site vote.gov.
How Donald Trump and Kamala Harris differ on the Russia-Ukraine war
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris sharply differ on the Ukraine-Russia war and Putin. Weeks before the 2024 election, here's where the two presidential nominees stand.
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Biden administration still prioritizing menthol cigarette ban, official says
FDA's top tobacco official says the agency has "not abandoned" the proposed ban.
Tube-tying rose after Roe v. Wade was overturned, study shows
More women chose to have their tubes tied after Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022, according to a new study.
Extreme heat is linked to pregnancy issues — and the risk is growing
Homicide, named by one study in 2022 as the leading cause of death of pregnant women in the U.S., is also among the risks inflated by extreme temperatures.
Apple's new AirPods double as a hearing aid. Here's what to know.
Can Apple's AirPods make hearing aids cool? Experts say they could help destigmatize hearing loss.
Cuomo testifies about COVID nursing home deaths
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo testified before Congress about his administration's handling of the COVID pandemic.
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Ex-Peru President Alberto Fujimori, jailed for human rights abuses, dies at 86
Alberto Fujimori, the former Peruvian president whose decade-long presidency ended in a disgrace of autocratic excess that sent him to prison, has died.
Pakistani man faces new terrorism charge in alleged murder-for-hire plot
A Pakistani man who was arrested earlier this year for allegedly plotting to assassinate current and former U.S. government officials now faces accusations of terrorism.
Olympic breaker Raygun is top ranked despite controversial performance
Despite her controversial performance at the Paris Olympics, Australian breakdancer Raygun is ranked No. 1 by The World DanceSport Federation.
Russia responds to Harris-Trump debate: "Leave our president alone"
The Kremlin says Kamala Harris and Donald Trump threw around Vladimir Putin's name too often during their debate, and "we really, really don't like this."
Jewelry seized by Nazis from concentration camp prisoners returned to kin
Valuables taken from Nazi concentration camp prisoners are returned to their families in a ceremony "important for sentimental reasons but also for historical reasons."
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Use of AI to replicate James Earl Jones' voice of Darth Vader concerns actors
Over the course of an acting career that spanned more than six decades, James Earl Jones' voice became an indelible piece of his work as a performer.
Muni Long on her journey from writing hits to becoming a VMA nominee
Before becoming a Grammy-winning solo artist, Muni Long wrote hits for stars like Rihanna and Mariah Carey. Now, she's nominated for best R&B song at the VMAs.
Olympic breaker Raygun is top ranked despite controversial performance
Despite her controversial performance at the Paris Olympics, Australian breakdancer Raygun is ranked No. 1 by The World DanceSport Federation.
Frankie Beverly, R&B singer and Philadelphia native, dies at 77
Legendary R&B singer and Philadelphia native Frankie Beverly has passed away, his family announced on Instagram Wednesday.
Muni Long on her journey to the VMAs
Ahead of the Video Music Awards, where she's nominated for best R&B song, Muni Long joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her rise from hit songwriter for stars like Rihanna and Mariah Carey to a Grammy-winning solo artist with millions of fans on Spotify.
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Apple's new AirPods double as a hearing aid. Here's what to know.
Can Apple's AirPods make hearing aids cool? Experts say they could help destigmatize hearing loss.
Microsoft holding cybersecurity summit
Microsoft is holding a cybersecurity summit Tuesday in the wake of the CrowdStrike software update that caused a global outage in July. Microsoft reportedly plans to address ways the tech industry can improve its security. CBS News cybersecurity contributor Andrew Boyd 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.
Apple must pay Ireland more than $14 billion in back taxes, court rules
Ruling comes on same day EU court enforces whopping $2.7 billion penalty against Apple in long-running antitrust case.
How the new iPhone 16 makes use of AI
In a product launch Monday, Apple unveiled a slate of new gadgets that feature artificial intelligence. The announcement included details about the new iPhone 16, which is expected to hit U.S. stores in October. CBS News' Danya Bacchus has the details.
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Polaris Dawn crew set for historic spacewalk Thursday
The spacewalkers will test 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.
State of emergency over California Line Fire
Firefighters are battling triple-digit temperatures as they fight Southern California's Line Fire. Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency with thousands evacuating ahead of the blaze. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
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"Like a jungle": Kentucky manhunt forces authorities to search rugged terrain
The search in Kentucky for Joseph Couch has been going on since last weekend, when he allegedly shot and wounded five people who were traveling on Interstate 75.
Justin Timberlake to agree to a plea deal in DWI arrest, sources say
Justin Timberlake is poised to agree to a plea deal in his DWI case in Sag Harbor, Long Island, sources tell CBS News New York.
Officers on trial in Tyre Nichols' death
The Memphis police officers charged in connection to Tyre Nichols' death are in court for opening statements. Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley and Justin Smith pleaded not guilty to charges related to Nichols' death in January 2023. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
U.S. accuses man dubbed "The Tank" of leading cartel fuel theft ring
The U.S. says Ivan Cazarin Molina answers directly to Jalisco cartel leader "El Mencho" who has a $10 million bounty on his head.
DUI law advocate charged with daughter's death after allegedly leaving her in a locked car during heat wave
Prosecutors claim the mother's blood alcohol level was three times the legal limit when officers found her and her daughter inside a locked SUV.
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Polaris Dawn crew set for historic spacewalk Thursday
The spacewalkers will test new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
Russia launches NASA astronaut and 2 cosmonauts to space station
Don Pettit is replacing astronaut Tracy Dyson, who plans to return to Earth on Sept. 23, after a six-month stay aboard the space station.
SpaceX launches Polaris Dawn mission
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched into space with billionaire Jared Isaacman and three crewmates aboard. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest on the mission.
SpaceX launches Polaris Dawn crew
SpaceX launched its Polaris Dawn rocket into orbit Tuesday morning after several failed attempts. If all goes according to plan this time, the four private civilians on board will take part in a a historic space walk that's set for Thursday. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
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.
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New York City pauses to remember 9/11 victims
It's been over two decades since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, which means more than two decades of missed birthdays, grandchildren and other milestones. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
NYC pizzerias honor 9/11 first responders
Pizzerias across New York City Wednesday were paying tribute to the city's finest and bravest by replacing their walls of celebrity photos with images of 9/11 heroes.
Israeli strike on UN school in Gaza kills 14
With the war in Gaza approaching one year, Palestinian officials say an Israeli airstrike hit a United Nations school sheltering displaced families. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has more from Tel Aviv.
Blinken visits Kyiv in show of support
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his British counterpart traveled to Ukraine's capital city of Kyiv on Wednesday. The visit comes as Ukrainian officials seek permission to strike deep inside Russian territory using American-made weapons. The U.S. has so far resisted those requests out of concern it could escalate the conflict. Seth Jones, senior vice president at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss.
U.S. inflation drops to lowest level in years
Inflation cooled further in August, falling to a three-year low and cementing views that the Federal Reserve will soon start cutting interest rates. Martin Baccardax, senior editor and chief markets correspondent for the Street, joins to discuss.