1.3 tons of cocaine seized in Caribbean as suspects abandon ship
After seeing authorities closing in, the crew members on one vessel "fled the scene, leaving the boat abandoned," the Colombian Navy said.
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Sofia Vergara, Netflix sued by family of Griselda Blanco
Sofia Vergara and Netflix are being sued by the family of Griselda Blanco, the Colombian drug lord who Vergara portrays in an upcoming miniseries on the streaming network. Blanco's son, Michael Corleone Blanco, wants to block the show from streaming.
First "narco sub" of 2024 seized by Colombian Navy in Pacific Ocean
The Colombian Navy released a video of the seizure, showing an officer cutting open packages and testing the contents in a vial.
Colombia landslide kills at least 33, officials say
Rescuers slogging through deep mud were rushing against the clock on Saturday in hopes of finding survivors in the rubble.
U.S. warns against dating apps in Colombia after "suspicious deaths"
Since January, Colombia has been labeled a country that Americans should "reconsider travel" to.
Shakira statue unveiled in her hometown
A 21-foot statue honoring Colombian pop star Shakira was unveiled in her home city of Barranquilla. The mayor called the monument a message for local girls and teens that they "can dream big and achieve it."
Colombia will try to retrieve treasures from "holy grail" of shipwrecks
The San Jose is believed to hold 11 million gold and silver coins, emeralds and other precious cargo, which could be worth billions of dollars if ever recovered.
Hiding stowaways, capsized boat lead to nearly 1,000 pounds of cocaine
The two unrelated incidents resulted in the seizure of nearly 1,000 pounds of cocaine.
Spike in migrant crossings at southern border
An unprecedented number of migrants from across the globe are waiting to be processed at the U.S.-Mexico border in hopes of starting the yearslong process to obtain legal status. CBS News immigration and political reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest from Arizona.
Colombian navy finds shipwrecked boat with over 750 kilos of drugs nearby
Two people were found near the boat and charged with drug-related crimes, the Colombian navy said.
Colombia starts sterilizing hippos descended from Pablo Escobar's pets
Colombia started sterilizing descendants of hippos illegally brought to the country by late drug kingpin Pablo Escobar in the 1980s.
Colombia detains 4 in kidnapping of Liverpool football star Luis Díaz
Luis Manuel Diaz was freed Thursday after being held hostage for nearly two weeks by members of the ELN guerilla group, officials said.
Dad of football star Luis Díaz released 12 days after being kidnapped
Football star Luis Diaz appealed for his father's release after scoring a goal, revealing a T-shirt saying "Freedom for Papa" in Spanish.
Colombia unveils plan to control growing "cocaine hippo" population
After Pablo Escobar's death, the so-called "cocaine hippos" were left to roam freely and environmental authorities have been helpless to curb their numbers.
Latin American leaders hold migration summit
Mexico hosted a summit on migration over the weekend with leaders of Cuba, Venezuela, Colombia and Haiti among the attendees. The countries addressed the root causes of the migrant crisis and the spike of unlawful crossings into the U.S. CBS News contributor Enrique Acevedo has more.
Colombian navy seizes 20th "narco sub" of 2023
There was enough cocaine found on board for about 8,000 doses, with an estimated value of more than $111 million, officials said.
Adams: Immigration could "break the bank"
Mayor Eric Adams still wants to embrace immigrants in New York City but says the financial burden of the current crisis could hurt the city's economy. CBS News contributor Enrique Acevedo has more on the mayor's trip to Latin America.
Colombian official: Migrant influx in Darién jungle is "unsustainable"
U.S. officials have been frustrated by what they see as Colombia's unwillingness to take aggressive actions to stem the flow of migration into the Darién jungle.
Mayor Eric Adams heads to Latin America
New York City mayor Eric Adams wants to give a "true picture" of conditions migrants will face in the U.S. during his trip to Mexico, Ecuador and Colombia. CBS News contributor Enrique Acevedo has more.
$41 million worth of cocaine found on "suspicious" boat in Colombia
The boat was manned by three people and had over one ton of cocaine on board.
Maluma on dreaming big
The reggaetón hits of the Colombian megastar have surpassed 50 billion streams worldwide. But his success has gone far beyond the world of music.
"Most dangerous drug trafficker in the world" gets 45 years in U.S. prison
Dairo Antonio Úsuga ordered killings of perceived enemies - one of whom was tortured, buried alive and beheaded - and terrorized the public at large, prosecutors say.
Colombia shocks Germany with extra-time win
The FIFA Women's World Cup saw a major upset in group play over the weekend as Colombia shocked Germany, winning 2-1 on a Manuela Vanegas goal in extra time. CBSSports.com soccer writer Pardeep Cattry joined CBS News with the latest on the tournament.
2 chimpanzees who escaped from Colombia zoo killed by police
The chimpanzees escaped from the Ukumari Biopark in the Colombian city of Pereira, prompting a warning to residents to stay indoors.
Rare twin cotton-top tamarin monkeys born at Disney World
The "tiny-but-mighty" monkeys will only grow to be the size of a squirrel, but will play "a big role in the continuation of one of the most endangered primate species."
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2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Trump grapples with his next move
Following more attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said he'll make a "big decision" on whether to "annihilate" Iran's leadership.
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Patrick Clancy's wife: "I don't understand how the story's been so twisted"
Ross Douthat's interview with Patrick Clancy and his wife, Dr. Rachel Danis, airs Sunday on 60 Minutes.
Trump says he's banning CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House
President Trump said Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, the latest move to target media outlets over their reporting.
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham
The new law lets the president impose tariffs on the largest purchases of Russian oil and natural gas.
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Feds plan to transfer hundreds of pre-trial detainees in private prison dispute
The U.S. Marshals Service is preparing to transfer some Georgia detainees to another private facility 200 miles away.
DOJ says ban on selling handguns to young adults under 21 is unconstitutional
The Justice Department released a new legal opinion that concludes a federal law prohibiting firearms dealers from selling handguns to people between the ages of 18 and 20 is unconstitutional.
Duncan Sheik, singer-songwriter of "Barely Breathing," dies at 56
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Pentagon releases UFO files with documents on secretive military program
The Pentagon on Friday released a new group of files about unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP or UFOs, including a batch of documents regarding a mysterious military program studying aerospace threats.
More missing women linked to "house of horrors" in Philadelphia. Here's what we know.
Inside the home, owned by Eugene Horsch and connected to his father, R.C. Horsch, authorities have found a trove of digital images, a so-called laboratory of chemicals and a small marijuana grow operation.
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Trump signs Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham
The new law lets the president impose tariffs on the largest purchases of Russian oil and natural gas.
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Feds plan to transfer hundreds of pre-trial detainees in private prison dispute
The U.S. Marshals Service is preparing to transfer some Georgia detainees to another private facility 200 miles away.
Trump says he's banning CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House
President Trump said Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, the latest move to target media outlets over their reporting.
Mortgage rates are nearing 7%. One house hunter says he's "despondent."
"It seems like we're trying to climb out of a hole somebody else is digging," said one frustrated house hunter as homeownership costs rise.
Increased ICE enforcement in 2025 hurt local employment, analysis finds
Employment fell last year in U.S. cities where ICE arrests surged, according to the Brookings Institution.
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Mortgage rates are nearing 7%. One house hunter says he's "despondent."
"It seems like we're trying to climb out of a hole somebody else is digging," said one frustrated house hunter as homeownership costs rise.
Increased ICE enforcement in 2025 hurt local employment, analysis finds
Employment fell last year in U.S. cities where ICE arrests surged, according to the Brookings Institution.
AI security experts say they used Claude to hack ChatGPT
Cybersecurity researchers said they were able to use Anthropic's Claude AI platfom to penetrate ChatGPT in "less than 72 hours."
195,000 heated blankets recalled after dozens of burn injuries
The manufacturer has received hundreds of reports of blankets "smoking, melting or burning" due to overheating, according to a recall notice.
Warren Buffett stepping aside as Berkshire Hathaway chairman
Warren Buffett is stepping aside as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, he announced in a letter to shareholders Friday.
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Trump signs Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham
The new law lets the president impose tariffs on the largest purchases of Russian oil and natural gas.
Will AI harm humans? Poll finds Americans want to slow development but not stop
Americans are optimistic about scientific advances in AI, but concerned that AI may take jobs.
RFK Jr. tells anti-vaccine activists they have a "friend in the White House"
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a conference hosted by an organization he once led that has promoted doubts about vaccines.
Book excerpt: "Go and Do Likewise" by Andy Beshear
The Democratic Governor of Kentucky writes about how the language of faith, which he believes has been co-opted by some politicians, can be used to bridge the nation's partisan divide.
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Feds plan to transfer hundreds of pre-trial detainees in private prison dispute
The U.S. Marshals Service is preparing to transfer some Georgia detainees to another private facility 200 miles away.
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Twins conjoined at the head are separated in 25-hour surgery
The twins were born in Ethiopia with a rare condition that left them joined at the head. Doctors spent a year planning a separation surgery.
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Porsha Williams reveals health emergency: "It all happened so fast"
Porsha Williams revealed to "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King that she had to undergo an emergency partial hysterectomy this year after doctors discovered 21 uterine fibroids
Conjoined twins separated in Ethiopia
Two-year-old conjoined twin sisters saw each other face-to-face for the first time after a successful 24-hour surgery to separate them. Ian Lee reports from the children's hospital in St. Louis, where it happened.
1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
How Olympian Aly Raisman learned to advocate for her own health
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman discusses what she's learned about speaking up for herself and taking care of her body.
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Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby
Brazilian police said they will reopen dozens of cases linked to a self-confessed serial killer who was arrested as he attempted to escape dressed as a woman and carrying a baby.
Trump touts plan for new U.S. base as Poland warns of risks from Russia
Trump touts "major progress" on plans for a permanent U.S. Army base in Poland as the country's leader warns Russia's war on Ukraine could hit NATO soil.
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Princess Diana's brother claims Charles sounded "elated" after she died
Princess Diana's brother claims in his book that then-Prince Charles "sounded giddily elated" right after his ex-wife died in a Paris car crash.
German leader under huge pressure as the far-right AfD gains steam
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing a "crisis of authority and leadership" as immigration concerns fuel a far-right rise.
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2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Trump grapples with his next move
Following more attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said he'll make a "big decision" on whether to "annihilate" Iran's leadership.
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Duncan Sheik, singer-songwriter of "Barely Breathing," dies at 56
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Princess Diana's brother makes new claims
The brother of the late Princess Diana claims in his upcoming book that then Prince Charles seemed "upbeat" right after his ex-wife died in a Paris car crash in 1997. When asked about these allegations, Buckingham Palace referred to a statement it released earlier this week saying that the king "is mindful that the pain of fraternal grief can cloud reason, affect judgement and colour memory, even many years after such a loss." Watch more of Charles Spencer's conversation with Mark Phillips on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Diana's brother on Charles' reaction to death
Princess Diana's brother, Earl Charles Spencer, makes stunning allegations in a new memoir against then-Prince Charles, now King Charles III, and his reaction to Diana's death. Holly Williams reports.
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Porsha Williams reveals health emergency: "It all happened so fast"
Porsha Williams revealed to "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King that she had to undergo an emergency partial hysterectomy this year after doctors discovered 21 uterine fibroids
From the archives: Bob Mackie on being dressmaker to the stars
Nine-time Emmy-winning costume designer Bob Mackie, who clothed such musical and comedic talents as Cher, Carol Burnett, Barbra Streisand and Liza Minnelli, died on Sept. 14, 2026 at age 87. In this Sept. 21, 2003 "Sunday Morning" profile, Mackie talked with correspondent Rita Braver about how a star-struck kid growing up outside Hollywood became a dressmaker to the stars, and what fascinates him about divas. He also talked about the tragic death of his son, Robin, from AIDS.
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Will AI harm humans? Poll finds Americans want to slow development but not stop
Americans are optimistic about scientific advances in AI, but concerned that AI may take jobs.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on AI safety concerns
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has publicly come out against a coordinated slowdown between artificial intelligence companies in an interview with CBS News' Jo Ling Kent. Matt Shumer, author of the AI-focused newsletter "Something Big is Happening," joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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.
How to book cheaper flights with AI
Travel costs are up as fuel prices soar. The Points Guys managing editor Clint Henderson shares his cost saving tips.
Director addresses AI fears in new film
Expert whistleblowers and frontier tech CEOs are calling for government oversight and boundaries for artificial intelligence development after a series of incidents where AI agents went rogue. Director Daniel Roher explains how conversations around AI motivated him to make "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
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New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
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Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby
Brazilian police said they will reopen dozens of cases linked to a self-confessed serial killer who was arrested as he attempted to escape dressed as a woman and carrying a baby.
Grandmother sues Fargo, ND, over facial tech
A Tennessee grandmother is suing the city of Fargo, North Dakota, after facial recognition software linked her to a crime she didn't commit, which led to a nearly six-month stay in jail. CBS News' Nicole Valdes has more.
Uber must pay $40 million in wrongful death suit
A woman was hit and killed after an Uber driver forced her and her friend out of his car on a freeway. Now, Uber has been ordered to pay $40 million after the victim's family brought forth a wrongful death suit. CBS News' Lauren Pozen reports.
Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial speaks
The lone holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial has released a statement explaining his vote and offering his account of the jury's deliberations.
Facing 10 years in prison, ex-budget official flees U.S. by boat and plane
Kosta Diamantis is now a fugitive in Greece after fleeing the U.S. by boat and plane ahead of his sentencing for corruption, his lawyer and prosecutors said.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on AI safety concerns
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has publicly come out against a coordinated slowdown between artificial intelligence companies in an interview with CBS News' Jo Ling Kent. Matt Shumer, author of the AI-focused newsletter "Something Big is Happening," joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Jensen Huang says he agrees with Trump on AI
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang tells CBS News' Jo Ling Kent he completely disagrees with the idea that AI will end up destroying the world by the end of the decade, saying there's a "0% chance" of that happening. Watch more from Kent's exclusive interview with Huang on "CBS Sunday Morning" September 20.
Major Garrett: Trump press ban signals weakness
President Trump lashed out at reporters who cover his administration on Friday, saying he would ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House. Major Garrett shares his thoughts on the ban and CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump: CNN, MS NOW and Politico banned from White House
President Trump took questions from reporters on Friday after he said he was banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand and legal contributor Jessica Levinson have more.
Sources: Trump orders DOJ not to appeal gun ruling
President Trump has ordered the Justice Department not to appeal a court ruling that loosened restrictions on firearms known as "gangster weapons." CBS News' Sarah Lynch reports.