China sends forces to first military base abroad
Move marks a key part of a wide-ranging expansion of the role of China's armed forces
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Don't hold us responsible for solving North Korea, China says
China has accused other countries of shirking their responsibilities in the effort to reduce tensions with North Korea
Trump's steel tariff strategy is still being forged
The president pledged to quickly slap on the duties, but no decision has been cast yet -- and may not anytime soon
For once, the world's economies are in synch -- but for how long?
For the first time in years, no major economic tempests are threatening the U.S. and other countries
White House's "politically sensitive mistake" may irk China
Right at the top of a print copy of Trump's speech to the Chinese leader, they called him the president of Taiwan
Haley: China may face trade sanctions if it continues to “hold hands” with N. Korea
Nikki Haley told CBS News' "Face the Nation" the U.S is going to "push hard" against China, saying the country needs to "do more" in regards to North Korea
Foreign doctors say ill Chinese Nobel laureate can safely travel for treatment
Liu Xiaobo was diagnosed with late-stage liver cancer while serving an 11-year sentence for inciting subversion by advocating sweeping political reforms that would end China's one-party rule
Can the U.S. rely on China to curb N. Korean threat?
U.S. officials say window for diplomacy is closing, and Nikki Haley is talking about punishing countries like China that trade with North Korea
Health of China's best-known political prisoner is failing fast
Rights groups blast Beijing's "cruelty and ruthlessness" as Liu Xiaobo's family warned he may not have long to live
Chinese government urges restraint after N. Korea missile test
China feels it's already done enough to rein in its ally; it no longer buys coal and cut oil and diesel exports to Kim Jong Un's regime
Dozens killed and missing as floods wreaks havoc
As much as 19 inches of rain in several days causes landslides as violent storms affect more than 11 million people
China warns rising tension with North Korea could be disastrous
China's U.N. ambassador hopes key nations will support China's plan to de-escalate tensions -- leading to denuclearization, peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula
"Negative factors" loom large before Trump meets Chinese leader
Beijing notes mounting tension before G-20 summit, vows to safeguard "sovereignty and security" after U.S. ship sails by disputed island
Hong Kong residents protest for democracy as China tightens grip
On the 20th anniversary of Britain's handover of Hong Kong, thousands of people filled the streets
Feds: Missing Chinese scholar feared dead, suspect charged in kidnapping
Brendt Christensen, 27, was under surveillance when agents overhead him say he kidnapped Yingying Zhang, according to an affidavit
Chinese relations complicate efforts to deal with North Korea
"South Korea is in the most challenging geopolitical situation right now of any developing country in the world," global political risk expert Ian Bremmer says
China demands U.S. nix $1.4B arms deal with Taiwan
Beijing says sale would severely damage China's sovereignty and run counter to Washington's commitment to "one-China" policy
Trump's State Department OKs its 1st arms sale to Taiwan
Deal is first such deal with self governing island, and it will anger China, which regards Taiwan as part of its territory
Bond granted to man accused of selling secrets to China
Kevin Mallory, 60, was arrested last week and charged under federal Espionage Act
Solar energy revolution hits barrier: Air pollution
Dusty, poorly maintained solar panels are interfering with solar energy efficiency worldwide, researchers say
Ivanka Trump shoemakers allege abuse, long hours, low pay
Workers in the factory that manufactures Ivanka Trump-branded shoes allege poor working conditions that violate Chinese law
Flight delayed by woman hurling coins at jet engine
Police and neighbors say woman in her 80s was trying to bring good luck to China Southern flight, but it resulted in 5-hour delay
Why the great malls of China are starting to crumble
Attractions like "Pizza" the polar bear and a replica of the Pentagon (only bigger) are no match for changing consumer habits
State Department rebukes China for human trafficking
Secretary Tillerson, Ivanka Trump release report on human trafficking worldwide as they pledge action
American malls have nothing on their Chinese counterparts
China's malls are going to great lengths to lure shoppers, with attractions like a live polar bear, a 20-foot slide and an airborne dining room
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No new Iran negotiations planned despite Trump comments, U.S. officials say
President Trump, who called Tehran "unbelievably duplicitous," said the talks are the "last chance" for Iran to forge a deal and avoid an escalation.
Trump says Jeanine Pirro "choked" in dropping Reflecting Pool case
"She folded like an umbrella," President Trump said of Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.
Cornyn, Tillis back Blanche for attorney general after deal on DOJ fund
GOP Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina formally announced their support on Monday for Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general.
Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie case contradicted himself on ransom note
Investigators in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie released two ransom notes, including one contradicting what the Arizona sheriff overseeing the case told CBS News.
Fast-moving wildfires in Spokane area destroy hundreds of homes
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown called the wildfires burning through the area the "worst natural disaster our region has faced."
House Ethics recommends censure for GOP lawmaker in sexual harassment probe
The House Ethics Committee released a report detailing the findings of an investigation into GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, concluding that there is "substantial reason to believe" he violated House rules.
Twin Falls In-N-Out shooting suspect identified after 3 killed, 7 wounded
The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Chad Williams, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
JPMorgan Chase to invest $750 billion in boosting housing and homebuying
JPMorgan Chase said the investment will include financing for 1 million affordable housing units and assistance to 500,000 people in buying homes.
Zac Brown Band surprises 37,000 Fenway Park concert fans with free cruises
Zac Brown Band celebrated their 15th straight sold-out concert at Fenway Park in Boston by giving everyone a free vacation on a cruise ship.
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Trump says Jeanine Pirro "choked" in dropping Reflecting Pool case
"She folded like an umbrella," President Trump said of Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.
House Ethics recommends censure for GOP lawmaker in sexual harassment probe
The House Ethics Committee released a report detailing the findings of an investigation into GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, concluding that there is "substantial reason to believe" he violated House rules.
What to watch for in SpaceX's first public earnings report this week
SpaceX will release its first earnings report as a public company on Tuesday in a key test for the company's stuttering stock price.
Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie case contradicted himself on ransom note
Investigators in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie released two ransom notes, including one contradicting what the Arizona sheriff overseeing the case told CBS News.
JPMorgan Chase to invest $750 billion in boosting housing and homebuying
JPMorgan Chase said the investment will include financing for 1 million affordable housing units and assistance to 500,000 people in buying homes.
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What to watch for in SpaceX's first public earnings report this week
SpaceX will release its first earnings report as a public company on Tuesday in a key test for the company's stuttering stock price.
JPMorgan Chase to invest $750 billion in boosting housing and homebuying
JPMorgan Chase said the investment will include financing for 1 million affordable housing units and assistance to 500,000 people in buying homes.
Federal workers sour on government work, decrying eroding job security
Nearly two-thirds of current and retired U.S. government workers said they wouldn't re-enter public service, according to a recent survey.
Hugging Face CEO calls hack by rogue OpenAI model "very weird and unprecedented"
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
Flights canceled as WestJet flight attendants strike over pay dispute
WestJet canceled more than 300 flights as of early Sunday, snarling travel plans in Canada in the middle of a three-day weekend.
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Trump says Jeanine Pirro "choked" in dropping Reflecting Pool case
"She folded like an umbrella," President Trump said of Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.
House Ethics recommends censure for GOP lawmaker in sexual harassment probe
The House Ethics Committee released a report detailing the findings of an investigation into GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, concluding that there is "substantial reason to believe" he violated House rules.
Cornyn, Tillis back Blanche for attorney general after deal on DOJ fund
GOP Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina formally announced their support on Monday for Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general.
Senate pushes ahead with plan to fund government through midterms
The Senate is moving ahead with a plan to keep the government funded and avoid another shutdown before the midterm elections.
RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
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Michigan health officials report 2 deaths among cyclosporiasis cases
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
She went to "hell and back" for a diagnosis. Then her sister showed symptoms.
Megan Kaverman's weight gain, fatigue, high blood pressure and other symptoms were dismissed for years before she was diagnosed with a rare heart disease.
Peptide vendor sentenced for "trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly 6 years in prison for deceiving customers and selling products adulterated with steroids, citing a "trail of harm." Adam Yamaguchi reports.
People with disabilities fear service cuts as DOJ questions legal protections
The Department of Justice in June issued a legal opinion saying states aren't required to provide services that help people with disabilities remain in their homes.
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Funeral held for family "wiped off the map" in Russian strike
At least two adults and four children were killed in the strike but the death toll could be higher as all the remains have not yet been formally identified.
Human remains exhumed at WWII massacre site in Ukraine
It is believed that 30 to 40% of the 50 remains so far discovered at the site were children.
Morocco blames Ceuta border surge on misleading info spread online
Morocco is blaming a massive surge of migrants into Ceuta on various factors, including "malicious exploitation of digital platforms" and the spread of misleading information.
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No new Iran negotiations planned despite Trump comments, U.S. officials say
President Trump, who called Tehran "unbelievably duplicitous," said the talks are the "last chance" for Iran to forge a deal and avoid an escalation.
Suspect arrested in Greece after U.K. woman's body found in suitcase
Police say the suspect transported the body to an abandoned site in a suitcase and subsequently used her bank cards to withdraw money.
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Why the 2027 Met Gala is already causing controversy
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
Paul W. Downs on historic "Hacks" Emmy run
Actor Paul W. Downs talks with "CBS Mornings" about the final season of "Hacks" and reveals if there could be a spinoff of the popular series. Downs also describes what it was like to tell his co-star Meg Stalter that she was nominated for an Emmy Award.
Controversy surrounding the next Met Gala
The 2027 Met Gala is already causing controversy for its plan to feature John Galliano, who is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs. Galliano's legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments, which he has since apologized for. CBS News fashion contributor Lauren Sherman speaks with "CBS Mornings" about Galliano's work, legacy and the Met Gala's controversial decision.
Ariana Grande pulls out of musical over "endless, ongoing public scrutiny"
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
Zac Brown Band surprises 37,000 Fenway Park concert fans with free cruises
Zac Brown Band celebrated their 15th straight sold-out concert at Fenway Park in Boston by giving everyone a free vacation on a cruise ship.
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U.S. probes cyberattack on water systems
Lauryn Williams, the deputy director and senior fellow of the Strategic Technologies Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss the U.S. probe into Iran possibly targeting water systems in Michigan and Minnesota.
Hugging Face CEO calls hack by rogue OpenAI model "very weird and unprecedented"
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
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.
CEO of AI firm Hugging Face on OpenAI hack
ChatGPT maker OpenAI revealed that its technology hacked into another AI company on its own during internal testing. Hugging Face CEO Clement Delangue, whose company was hacked, described the "very weird and unprecedented" incident in an interview on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" -- and offered suggestions on how future incidents could be prevented.
Resistance grows nationwide against AI data center boom
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications of such facilities in their backyards, are fighting back. "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa examines the drive to construct AI data centers, and the debate between opponents and AI advocates. (Originally broadcast April 12, 2026.)
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Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
Rare video shows humpback whale birth
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
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Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie case contradicted himself on ransom note
Investigators in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie released two ransom notes, including one contradicting what the Arizona sheriff overseeing the case told CBS News.
Nancy Guthrie ransom notes released
Six months after Nancy Guthrie went missing, the Pima County, Arizona, sheriff has released two ransom notes, including one that claims Guthrie died "shortly after she was taken." Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Deadly shooting at Idaho In-N-Out
Officials say three people were killed and seven were injured in a shooting at an In-N-Out in Idaho over the weekend. Officials believe the shooter acted alone and are investigating possible motives. Lilia Luciano reports.
Nancy Guthrie case is "active," sheriff says
The investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is still "very active," Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said after two ransom notes were released. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Suspect arrested in Greece after U.K. woman's body found in suitcase
Police say the suspect transported the body to an abandoned site in a suitcase and subsequently used her bank cards to withdraw money.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Spain to put containment fence around Ceuta
Spain says it will build a 1,600-foot containment fence around its enclave of Ceuta after thousands of migrants rushed its border with Morocco last week. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.
El-Sayed on who belongs in Democratic Party
Democratic Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed speaks with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe about his constituency and what he would like the Democratic Party to look like as his primary run against Rep. Haley Stevens reaches its final stretch.
Takeaways from Trump's Oval Office presser
President Trump took reporter questions on the Iran war, the renovation of the reflecting pool in Washington, D.C., and more on Monday. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser and Natalie Brand share their biggest takeaways.
Watch: Trump takes questions on Iran, more
President Trump took reporter questions on topics ranging from the war with Iran to immigration and energy prices in the Oval Office on Monday. Following his remarks, CBS News' Natalie Brand added further context.
ICE sets new Trump-era detention record
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detentions reached a record high in July for President Trump's second term, internal data shows. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.