Right-wing populist Javier Milei wins Argentina's presidency
Right-wing populist Javier Milei, a self-described anarcho-capitalist who has drawn comparisons to former President Trump, will become the next president of Argentina.
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Argentina soccer team forced to evacuate World Cup parade after being swarmed by fans
The team flew over the crowd in what the government billed as an aerial parade, "because it was impossible to continue by land due to the explosion of people's happiness."
Argentina arrests 3rd suspect in vice president assassination attempt
The latest arrest in an ongoing investigation into the incident suggests that it could have involved a network of people.
Man tries but fails to shoot Argentine vice president at close range
Political veteran Cristina Kirchner was unharmed as the loaded gun "did not fire despite the trigger having been pulled," the current president said.
Dramatic video of woman's rescue from train
A woman near Buenos Aires, Argentina, fell into the gap between an oncoming train and the platform after she passed out. She miraculously survived and was taken in a wheelchair to a local hospital.
WorldView: Fatalities in Somalia car bombing
Multiple people were killed in an explosion in Somalia's capital. A power outage plagues Buenos Aires during a heat wave. Quebec is set to tax the unvaccinated. Tennis star Novak Djokovic speaks out on his COVID-19 chaos. Rylee Carlson joins CBSN AM from London with the latest on these world headlines.
Argentina's Italian heritage
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries Buenos Aires experienced a massive wave of Italian immigration; today an estimated 62% of Argentinians can claim Italian roots
Argentina's Italian bloodline
Buenos Aires, Argentina, is the most-visited city in all of South America. And no visit is complete without a trip to La Boca, a colorful neighborhood that in the late 19th and early 20th centuries experienced a massive wave of Italian immigration. Today an estimated 62% of Argentinians claim some Italian heritage. Correspondent Conor Knighton gets a taste of Buenos Aires' best pizza, gelato and Italian liqueurs, and surveys the imprint that Italian immigrants had on Argentina's art and culture.
Dinosaur that used spiny back to defend itself found in Patagonia
The new species of dicraeosauridae, christened Bajadasaurus pronuspinax, was revealed in scientific journal Nature
Trump says Cohen is "lying" in plea deal
Minutes before a meeting with Argentina's president in Buenos Aires, President Trump attacked the special counsel's Russia investigation. The tweet comes a day after his former lawyer Michael Cohen's surprise court appearance and guilty plea on Thursday. Cohen admitted he lied to Congress "out of loyalty" to Mr. Trump. Paula Reid reports.
Trump scraps high-profile meeting with Putin at G-20 over Ukraine
Russia continues to hold three Ukrainian naval vessels and more than 20 sailors they seized last weekend in the Black Sea
Trump facing challenges at G-20 summit
President Trump is traveling to Argentina for the G-20 summit. His trip comes as tensions escalate between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia over the Yemen war and Jamal Khashoggi's murder. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with more.
Trump heads for G-20 after Senate rebuke of his support for Saudis
President has vowed to veto legislation, backed by many Republicans, to end U.S. role in Saudi-led Yemen war over journalist's killing
Submarine that went missing with 44 aboard found deep in Atlantic
Searchers found the missing submarine ARA San Juan deep in the Atlantic a year after it disappeared
Eerie Argentina skies
A huge storm closing in on the greater Buenos Aires area created an eerie yellow and orange glow in the sky, making for a spectacular sight.
Police officer breastfeeds hungry baby
A police officer in Argentina performed a "gesture of love" after she heard a crying baby that needed to be fed. Officer Celeste Ayala breastfed the malnourished infant, a moment that was captured in a photo and went viral on social media
Photo of police officer breastfeeding malnourished baby goes viral
"Things like that are not seen every day," said a colleague who witnessed Celeste Ayala's heroic actions
Dutch Queen Maxima's sister found dead in her home
Death of 33-year-old Ines Zorreguieta in Argentina, presumably of suicide, confirmed by Royal House of Holland
Argentina unsure if signals came from lost submarine
Argentina's Navy couldn't confirm Sunday if seven brief satellite calls received a day prior were from a lost sub with 44 crew members onboard
Argentine navy loses contact with submarine carrying 44
The Navy said that ships and aircraft were searching near the last known location of the ARA San Juan which had not been heard from since Wednesday
U.S. city loses bid to host world's fair
Officials picked Buenos Aires over two other finalists to host specialized World Expo in 2022-2023
Hidden trove of suspected Nazi artifacts found in Argentina
Some 75 objects were found in a collector's home in a suburb north of Buenos Aires; originals may have belonged to high-ranking Nazis in Germany during WWII
Trove of suspected Nazi artifacts found in hidden room
Some 75 objects were found in a collector's home in Beccar, a suburb north of Buenos Aires
Animals remain in cages a year after zoo closed
"It's gone from bad to worse," says a former Buenos Aires zoo director. "Everything is set for Noah's Ark to be shipwrecked"
Cameras capture traffic inspector clinging to hood of fleeing car
Video shows harrowing scene for officer when car takes off from traffic stop
Key takeaways from the major special counsel filing in Trump's 2020 election case
Judge Tanya Chutkan unsealed an expansive new filing in special counsel Jack Smith's case against former President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C.
Dozens killed in new Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon and Gaza Strip
Lebanon's state-run news agency accuses Israel of using phosphorous bombs in Beirut as airstrikes kill dozens in Lebanon and Gaza.
Hurricane Kirk strengthens in the Atlantic, expected to grow rapidly
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie formed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend, forecasters said.
Walz says he had his dates wrong, admits he didn't travel to China until August 1989
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz admitted during the debate that he had previously misspoken in 2014 when he said he was in mainland China between April and June 1989, during the Tiananmen Square protests.
Couple killed by tree during Helene found hugging each other
Marcia and Jerry Savage are among the more than 180 people who died in one of the deadliest storms in U.S. history.
VP debate ratings show how many people watched the Walz-Vance showdown
An estimated 43.15 million viewers tuned in to the CBS News vice presidential debate.
How replica guns are getting Americans killed
Sales of BB and pellet guns that look like real firearms are rising, but their similarity to firearms has led to dozens of police shootings.
One-year mark of Oct. 7 attack prompts bulletin warning of violent extremism
A federal intelligence bulletin, authored by FBI, DHS and NCTC, warns of potential violent extremism in response to the one-year mark of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
What to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period
This year's start date for Affordable Care Act enrollment in most states is Nov. 1, and consumers may encounter new scams as well as important rule changes.
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VP debate ratings show how many people watched the Walz-Vance showdown
An estimated 43.15 million viewers tuned in to the CBS News vice presidential debate.
Hurricane Kirk strengthens in the Atlantic, expected to grow rapidly
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie formed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend, forecasters said.
Couple killed by tree during Helene found hugging each other
Marcia and Jerry Savage are among the more than 180 people who died in one of the deadliest storms in U.S. history.
One-year mark of Oct. 7 attack prompts bulletin warning of violent extremism
A federal intelligence bulletin, authored by FBI, DHS and NCTC, warns of potential violent extremism in response to the one-year mark of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
Walz says he had his dates wrong, admits he didn't travel to China until August 1989
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz admitted during the debate that he had previously misspoken in 2014 when he said he was in mainland China between April and June 1989, during the Tiananmen Square protests.
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Bank of America customers report outage, with some seeing $0 balances
Bank of America customers are reporting problems accessing their online accounts, according to DownDetector.
Vance says immigration is causing a housing crunch. Here's what to know.
In Tuesday's vice presidential debate, Sen. JD Vance claimed that housing in the U.S. "is totally unaffordable" due to immigrants. Here's what to know.
Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
End of student loans grace period a potentially perilous time for borrowers
The 12-month grace period for student loan borrowers ended Sept. 30. The "on-ramp" period helped borrowers struggling to make payments avoid the risk of defaulting and hurting their credit score.
Harris defends position of blocking Nippon's purchase of U.S. Steel
Vice President Kamala Harris reinforced her stance that Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel should remain domestically owned.
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VP debate highlights from the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz met in New York for the CBS News vice presidential debate. Here are the highlights.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News is fact checking the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
CBS News VP debate poll shows voter reactions to Vance-Walz showdown
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Watch JD Vance's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance said Americans "need a new direction" as he closed out the only VP debate before the November election.
Watch Tim Walz's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Gov. Tim Walz touted Vice President Kamala Harris' coalition of supporters, praising her for bringing "joy" to politics.
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What to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period
This year's start date for Affordable Care Act enrollment in most states is Nov. 1, and consumers may encounter new scams as well as important rule changes.
FDA weighing approval of first new sunscreen ingredient in decades
The FDA has until early 2026 to decide on the submission for a sunscreen ingredient branded as PARSOL Shield.
Condom use is declining among younger generations. Here's why.
Fewer young people are having sex, but the teens and young adults who are sexually active aren't using condoms as regularly, if at all.
What to know about Marburg virus as Ebola-like outbreak spreads in Rwanda
Rwanda declared an outbreak of the highly contagious Marburg virus, a deadly hemorrhagic fever that has no authorized vaccine or treatment.
Hurricanes indirectly cause deaths for nearly 15 years after a storm, study finds
New research suggests tropical cyclones, both hurricanes and tropical storms, drive thousands of deaths for years after a storm passes.
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Armed assailants open fire at drug rehab center, killing 4
Police said three bodies of those killed were found inside the rehab center while a fourth was found in the street.
Israeli hostage's family marks Rosh Hashanah with "nothing to celebrate"
Efrat Machikawa's family is marking the Jewish New Year without two loved ones. She won't give up hope that one will still come home.
Dozens killed in new Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon and Gaza Strip
Lebanon's state-run news agency accuses Israel of using phosphorous bombs in Beirut as airstrikes kill dozens in Lebanon and Gaza.
What to know about Marburg virus as Ebola-like outbreak spreads in Rwanda
Rwanda declared an outbreak of the highly contagious Marburg virus, a deadly hemorrhagic fever that has no authorized vaccine or treatment.
Former U.K. leader says in book that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says in his memoir that he "had known for a year or more" that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer.
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"Mornings Memory:" The launch of "Big Brother"
On this "Mornings Memory," "Big Brother" premiered, changing the reality TV landscape forever. Eddie McGee and two runners-up share how the show impacted their lives.
Former U.K. leader says in book that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says in his memoir that he "had known for a year or more" that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer.
Frank Fritz, star of "American Pickers," dies at 60
Frank Fritz starred for more than a decade on the History Channel program "American Pickers."
John Amos, "Roots" and "Good Times" actor, dies at 84
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Weezer reflect on 30 years of "The Blue Album"
Rivers Cuomo and Patrick Wilson, the two remaining original members, revisited their 1994 debut album as part of their "Voyage to the Blue Planet" tour.
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Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
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.
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
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Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
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Armed assailants open fire at drug rehab center, killing 4
Police said three bodies of those killed were found inside the rehab center while a fourth was found in the street.
Eric Adams could face more charges
New York City Mayor Eric Adams could face more charges against him after pleading not guilty to five federal counts. CBS News' Nikki Battiste has more on the possibility of expanded charges or more people being charged in connection to Adams' case.
Video of judge being shot to death shown at court hearing
Video played in court that showed the moment a Kentucky judge was fatally shot in his chambers by a former sheriff charged in his murder.
Coast Guard seizes $4.3 million of cocaine from boat near Puerto Rico
Coast Guard crew members found 142 "brick-sized packages" that tested positive for cocaine inside a small boat.
MS-13 associate dubbed "La Diablita" sentenced to 50 years in prison
The woman convicted of luring five young men into a Long Island park where they were attacked by MS-13 gang members was sentenced to 50 years in prison Tuesday.
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Webb telescope detects carbon dioxide on surface of Pluto's largest moon
Researchers used observations from the Webb Telescope to identify carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on the surface of Charon, Pluto's largest moon.
SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
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Summer music heats up 2024
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Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
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Sneak peek: The Depraved Heart Murder
ALL NEW: A surgeon is accused of drugging his girlfriend in order to control her. "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports Saturday, Oct. 5 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Highlights from JD Vance-Tim Walz vice presidential debate
Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced off in their first and only scheduled vice presidential debate at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City. Here are the highlights and analysis.
Presidential immunity's effect on Trump case
Special counsel Jack Smith's unsealed court filing revealed new evidence in the federal election interference case against former President Donald Trump. Over the summer, the Supreme Court ruled that Trump has immunity for official acts conducted as president. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the decision's impact on Trump's case.
Israeli monument honors hostages held in Gaza
Some families in Israel celebrated Rosh Hashanah Wednesday without their loved ones nearly a year after they were taken hostage by Hamas. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from the public plaza renamed Hostage Square in Tel Aviv. CBS News Digital international reporter Haley Ott reports on an Israeli family working to bring home their relative held hostage in Gaza.
Analyzing Netanyahu's Iran, Hezbollah stance
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed retaliation against Iran for its missile attack against Israel Tuesday. When Iran attacked Israel in April, Israel responded with a limited strike. Jon Alterman, senior vice president and director of the Middle East program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to discuss how the prime minister could respond now.