Trump addresses drone strike

President Trump addressed the public Friday after a drone strike killed Iranian military leader Qassem Soleimani. He insists he took action to "stop a war." Paula Reid has the latest.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 03:06

Impact of the drone strike on troops

Tensions between the U.S. and Iran are rising after the death of Iranian military leader Qassem Soleimani. His death could have future consequences. Holly Williams explains.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 01:51

Man naps with cats in need

At a pet sanctuary in Wisconsin, Terry Lauerman takes naps with the cats. Once photos of his catnaps went viral, he helped the sanctuary raise money for the animals. Steve Hartman shares his story on the road.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 02:54

Flu season has hospitals on alert

There are alarming new numbers in the nationwide flu outbreak. Flu activity is now considered "high" in 34 states. Dr. Jon LaPook has more on how hospitals are taking action.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 02:02

1 dead, 2 injured after stabbings in Texas

One person was killed and others were hurt after a man went on a violent rampage in Austin. It started with a disturbance at a coffee shop. Omar Villafranca reports.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 01:36

Increased security after strike

Iran's supreme leader is vowing revenge for the killing of his top general. It's a threat U.S. officials are taking seriously. Jeff Pegues reports.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 02:00

Why you shouldn't abbreviate 2020

You may want to think twice before abbreviating the date on documents this year. Authorities warn shortening 2020 to just 20 makes it easier for scammers to forge important papers. For example, if you write 1/3/20, a scammer could easily manipulate the date to read 2021 or any other year from this century. Authorities say writing out the full date could save you big in the long run.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 00:48

How job auditions may alienate applicants

In our Work in Progress series with LinkedIn, we're looking at a growing hiring trend: job auditions. LinkedIn says 32% of hiring managers report using job auditions to screen candidates and 84% consider it an effective hiring tool, but it can alienate some prospective employees, especially if they do not get the job. LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief, Dan Roth, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the hiring technique.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 03:26

How climate change intensifies wildfires

One of the largest evacuations in Australian history is underway as massive bushfires burn out of control. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli discusses how climate change has played a role in the wildfires.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 04:15

Killing of Qassem Soleimani “an act of war”

The latest escalation in tensions between the U.S. and Iran following the targeted killing of Qassem Soleimani comes after a series of skirmishes between the two countries in recent months. “Face The Nation” moderator Margaret Brennan joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the ramifications of Soleimani's assassination.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 04:33

Who was Qassem Soleimani?

The loss of Qassem Soleimani is a heavy blow to Iran. He was a war hero and the commander of Iran's feared Quds Force, responsible for secretive foreign operations. He wasn’t well-known in the U.S., but he was one of the most powerful figures in the Middle East, sometimes even touted as a possible future leader of Iran. Holly Williams reports from Iraq on what Soleimani's death means for the tensions between the U.S. and Iran.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 02:25

Former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn wanted

There's an international manhunt underway this morning for a prominent businessman, after he somehow managed to elude police and escape house arrest in Tokyo. Former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn was being held on financial misconduct charges when he fled Japan and ended up in his native Lebanon. Elizabeth Palmer reports from London.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 03:28

60 Minutes reports on Jeffrey Epstein’s death

Sharyn Alfonsi joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about Sunday's upcoming 60 Minutes report on the death of Jeffrey Epstein.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 04:08

Australia wildfires kill at least 19 people

The devastating wildfires in Australia have prompted one of the largest evacuations in the country's history. Hundreds of fires have burned roughly 12 million acres. More than 100,000 residents and tourists have been forced to flee, and Navy ships are helping hundreds of them leave. At least 19 people have died. Natasha Exelby reports from Mallacoota.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 01:27

Democrats question legality of drone strike

President Trump's decision to authorize the deadly strike on Qassem Soleimani faces criticism from Democrats on the campaign trail and in Congress. Ed O'Keefe reports on how lawmakers are responding from Capitol Hill.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 01:29

Threat to U.S. after Qassem Soleimani killing

The targeted killing of Qassem Soleimani, one of Iran's top military leaders, has escalated tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with Iran vowing revenge. CBS News senior national security contributor, and former acting and deputy CIA director Michael Morell joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the potential threats to Americans abroad and on U.S. soil in response to the drone strike.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 04:02

Trump's surprise decision to order airstrike

President Trump has not spoken directly about the killing of Qassem Soleimani, but he did tweet an image of an American flag afterward. The president has largely avoided intervention of this sort in favor of isolationist policies, as evidenced by his controversial decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Northern Syria just a few months ago. The move to assassinate Soleimani marks a critical 180-degree turn for the president, and it comes as he campaigns for re-election this year. Major Garrett reports from the White House.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 02:19

U.S. troops in Middle East on high alert

The death of Qassem Soleimani in Baghdad ignited a new chapter of regional tensions. Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei took to twitter, vowing severe revenge. The State Department issued an urgent warning overnight telling all Americans in Iraq to leave the country immediately. Ian Lee reports from Baghdad.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 01:38

Drone strike escalates U.S.-Iran tensions

A U.S. airstrike killed one of Iran's most powerful military leaders overnight. The targeted killing of Major General Qassem Soleimani inside Iraq is a dramatic escalation in the confrontation between the U.S. and Iran. Video of the aftermath shows burning wreckage near Baghdad's airport. Soleimani led the powerful Quds Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards, blamed for killing hundreds of American troops. Iran said there will be a harsh response. David Martin reports from the Pentagon.

• Jan 3, 2020
• 04:08

Tensions rising in the Middle East after embassy attack

After an attack on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said the "game has changed." He warns if there are new attacks, the U.S. military will be ready. David Martin reports.

• Jan 2, 2020
• 02:43

Former Yankees pitcher Don Larsen dies

Don Larsen, the only pitcher to ever throw a no-hitter in a World Series game, has died at age 90.

• Jan 2, 2020
• 00:44

Suspect arrested after woman's attack

An arrest has been made in a suspected kidnapping that was captured on a home surveillance camera. The disturbing video shows a woman running to a stranger's home for help. Carter Evans reports.

• Jan 2, 2020
• 02:00

Deadly Australian wildfires destroys hundreds of homes

The wildfire emergency in Australia is growing worse by the hour. At least 17 people have died, more than 1,400 homes have been destroyed and thousands are fleeing. Tegan George from CBS News partners Network 10 News reports.

• Jan 2, 2020
• 02:08

98-year-old swimmer refuses to slow down

At an age when most people are taking it easy, one athlete in California just keeps going. She's racking up up records along the way. Jamie Yuccas explains.

• Jan 2, 2020
• 02:11

Video shows another anti-Semitic attack in New York

New surveillance video appears to show the 13th anti-Semitic attack in New York City in just a matter of weeks. The footage shows a Jewish man being punched in the neck. Don Dahler has the latest.

• Jan 2, 2020
• 02:09

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