Cyberattack hobbles hospital chain Universal Health Services
Workers at the health care company describe mad scramble after computer outage that began on Sunday.
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Cyberattacks take on new urgency in Texas
ProPublica reports a malware attack has targeted a email system in a central Texas county as cybersecurity experts warn about vulnerabilities in voting systems at the state and local level. ProPublica senior reporter Jack Gillum joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano on "Red & Blue" with more.
Miami-Dade schools fight cyberattacks at start of new school year
Students and teachers were hoping for a better third day of the new school year after software technical issues on Monday and a cyberattack on Tuesday.
O'Brien warns of "severe consequences" for election interference
Robert O'Brien said Russia and China are both taking steps to interfere in November's elections.
Report: China hackers infiltrated Vatican
A U.S. cybersecurity firm says Chinese state-backed hackers went after the Vatican. The alleged attack comes before September negotiations regarding control over the appointment of bishops and the status of churches in China. Isaac Stone Fish, a senior fellow at the Asia Society Center on U.S.-China Relations, joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
Massive Twitter hack exposes security flaws
The investigation into last week's hack on Twitter is underway. In total, 130 accounts were compromised, including dozens of high-profile users, in what appears to be an elaborate bitcoin scam. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN with more on that, plus Twitter's efforts to shut down accounts that spread the QAnon conspiracy.
Cybersecurity concerns ahead of midterms
As the midterm elections draw closer, national security officials are warning state governments about cybersecurity threats. Wired senior writer Issie Lapowsky and CNET News editor-in-chief Connie Guglielmo, join CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest developments.
Potential threat to U.S. cybersecurity
The Cipher Brief released a report detailing the growing cyberwarfare threat from Iran. Cipher Brief expert Rick Ledgett, a former deputy director of the National Security Agency, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the report on how Tehran is growing its capabilities, and it could be a threat to the U.S.
NSA warns that VPNs could be vulnerable to cyberattacks
A senior NSA official who briefed reporters Wednesday said the increase in remote work had attracted the attention of potentially malicious cyber actors.
NSA warns of new "Sandworm" cyberattacks by Russia-backed hackers
The "Sandworm" hacking team has been exploiting a serious flaw in commonly used email software to obtain "any attacker's dream access," the NSA said.
Operation takes down cybercrime network
A global cybercrime network is accused of stealing nearly $100 million from about 41,000 victims. The GozNym network is suspected of using malware to obtain login access to bank accounts across the world. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN to explain how the attack worked and what the U.S. is doing about it.
Ransomware attack hits over 20 Texas towns
Government computers in 22 Texas towns were targeted in a ransomware attack. Days after the coordinated attack, many of the local governments weren't able to get back online. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joined CBSN to discuss.
Cybersecurity talks ahead of 2020 election
Representatives from Facebook, Google, Microsoft and Twitter met with national security officials Thursday to discuss cybersecurity ahead of the 2020 presidential election. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss.
WhatsApp pushes back against NSO hacking
WhatsApp has filed a complaint against an international tech company, NSO, accusing it of launching a cyberattack in May that targeted thousands of users. Meanwhile, Twitter announced it will be banning all political ads as social media giants face pressure to stop the spread of false information ahead of 2020. CNET editor-at-large Ian Sherr joins CBSN to break this all down.
U.S. warning of potential Iran cyberattack
The U.S. government is warning the country about a potential cyberattack from Iran, amid ongoing tensions between the two nations. Philip Ingram, a former British military intelligence colonel, joined CBSN AM to explain the threat.
China-backed hackers charged in Equifax case
The Justice Department has charged four Chinese military officials in the massive 2017 Equifax data breach. Nearly 150 million people were affected as the hackers stole names, addresses, credit card and Social Security numbers. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN with the latest.
Marriott reveals second big data breach in two years
Marriott said 5.2 million hotel guests may have had their personal information accessed dating back to mid-January.
N. Korea still enhancing nuclear efforts, U.N. group says
The report says Pyongyang has continued those activities unabated. It will be submitted to the U.N. Security Council next month.
Cybersecurity takes center stage in Davos
Officials at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, are focusing on the security threat hackers pose to businesses, economies and societies worldwide. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson has more from the conference.
Ransomware attacks hit 4 U.S. cities this month
Florida, New Orleans and California faced cyberattacks that crippled some city government systems in December.
New Orleans city government falls victim to cyber attack
The city's mayor has declared a state of emergency.
Cyberattack hits Pensacola hours after Navy base attack
A spokeswoman for the city said federal authorities were alerted to the cyberattack as a precaution, in light of the deadly violence at the Pensacola Naval Air Station.
U.S. manufacturers group hacked by China, report says
National Association of Manufacturers, which lobbies for its U.S. companies, said it took "swift action" to secure its networks
Ransomware's toll: Delayed surgeries and school closures
Hundreds of schools, health centers and other organizations have been held hostage by cybercriminals this year
Hackers said to hit 300,000 Dunkin' customers
The coffee chain allegedly failed to notify 300,000 customers they were impacted by a cyber attack last year
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging rape by frat members
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
Trump announces plans for largest steel plant in U.S. history to be built in Iowa
President Trump on Monday announced that the company Mesabi Metallics will build a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa over the coming years.
Alito recuses himself from major case on climate change and fossil fuels
The Supreme Court will soon hear arguments in the major climate change lawsuit between two energy companies and the city and county of Boulder, Colorado.
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Iran says it's up to Trump to choose between war and diplomacy
As the war with Iran hits the seven-month mark, President Trump confirmed that American and Iranian negotiators exchanged messages through mediators on Monday.
Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
Olsen had been assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he was working on the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials
NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.
New York Times exec dies in shooting; elderly in-laws accused of murder
An elderly couple in the San Francisco Bay Area is suspected of shooting and killing their son-in-law in the parking lot of a community park over the weekend.
Top FBI official Andrew Bailey resigns
Bailey was originally brought in to help ease tensions between former Attorney General Pam Bondi and former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino.
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Man who spent decades on death row ordered released on bail after no DNA match
No physical evidence linked him to the crime scene, but the jury convicted Douglas Stewart Carter, a Black man, based on a confession and two witnesses who later recanted.
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New video of text chain from night of alleged Cornell gang rape
CBS News New York has exclusively obtained additional video of the fraternity's group Snapchat conversation from the night a former Cornell student says she was drugged and raped inside the Chi Phi fraternity house.
NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.
Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
Olsen had been assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he was working on the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials
Peperoncini product recalled after "pest contaminant" found in jar
California food manufacturer said it is investigating after a consumer posted a video showing a rodent in a jar of the company's peperoncinis.
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Peperoncini product recalled after "pest contaminant" found in jar
California food manufacturer said it is investigating after a consumer posted a video showing a rodent in a jar of the company's peperoncinis.
Holiday airfares soar to 10-year high. Here's how to save on flights.
Airfares for round-trip U.S. flights have jumped 31% compared to the same period last year, and tickets are likely to get pricier, according to a new analysis.
Gas prices could soar if the U.S. bans diesel exports, economists say
President Trump said he is "very seriously" considering a ban on diesel exports. But such a move could drive U.S. gas prices sharply higher, analysts said.
Trump administration rolls back Biden-era fuel economy standards
Regulators estimate the new rule will result in an average of 34.9 miles per gallon by model year 2031, down from an earlier projection of 50.4 mpg.
Could AI really take over the internet? Here's what experts say.
Multiple incidents of AI "agents" going rogue have conjured up fears that they could take down the internet. Should we be worried?
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Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
Olsen had been assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he was working on the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials
Alito recuses himself from major case on climate change and fossil fuels
The Supreme Court will soon hear arguments in the major climate change lawsuit between two energy companies and the city and county of Boulder, Colorado.
Top FBI official Andrew Bailey resigns
Bailey was originally brought in to help ease tensions between former Attorney General Pam Bondi and former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino.
Trump administration rolls back Biden-era fuel economy standards
Regulators estimate the new rule will result in an average of 34.9 miles per gallon by model year 2031, down from an earlier projection of 50.4 mpg.
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Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made food safety a concern of voters.
Teen's headache reveals family health risk: "Saving people's lives"
Minutes into a run, Caroline McCaffrey was struck with a massive headache. The resulting medical journey would reveal a family risk for a dangerous condition.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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Pope Leo draws massive crowds in France. Is Catholicism making a comeback?
Large crowds in Paris and other parts of France offered a striking welcome for Pope Leo in one of Europe's most secular countries.
Princess Diana's brother says Buckingham Palace "has to gaslight" him
Charles Spencer, the brother of the late Princess Diana, spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about writing his new book, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister."
Wife, daughter of top drug lord held in U.S. are captured in Colombia
The women, who are wanted for money laundering, were arrested in an operation involving the FBI, President Abelardo de la Espriella said.
Russia hammers Ukraine's capital with major daytime drone strike
A wave of Russian strikes hit Ukraine Monday, killing at least 7 people, including a woman hit by a daytime strike on the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv.
Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestler known as "Pac," dies at 40
Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide, was known as "Pac."
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Highlights from the VMA "teal" carpet
Stars stunned on the MTV Video Music Awards "teal" carpet Sunday night in Los Angeles, California. Vlad Duthiers breaks down some of the night's best moments.
Key highlights from the 2026 MTV VMAs
Madonna and Taylor Swift won big at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, where artists also honored Dolly Parton's legacy and celebrated new singers making their global debuts. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers reports.
VMA performance highlights
Vlad Duthiers and Denny Directo break down the most iconic performances from Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, which included performances by Madonna, Shaboozey, Raye and more.
2026 MTV VMAs highlights include Madonna, Taylor Swift
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
The New Season: Fall 2026 - The most anticipated new movies, music, TV and more
Be on the lookout for these new entertainment offerings in the coming months, from screens to the stage, from music to the page.
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Nvidia launches new security tool
Technology company and chip maker Nvidia has created a new security platform aimed at preventing artificial intelligence agents from going rogue. Connor Leahy, executive director of ControlAI, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
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.
AI companies probing rogue incidents: Axios
Axios reports that OpenAI, Anthropic and security researchers are investigating tens of thousands of cases where AI models showed troublesome behavior like bypassing guardrails, creating message boards and even hacking websites. New York Times technology correspondent Mike Isaac joins CBS News to discuss.
Trump had private dinner with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
The dinner comes as Amodei has warned about the "exponential growth" of AI, and has called for safeguards on the industry, which President Trump has rejected.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
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.
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Man who spent decades on death row ordered released on bail after no DNA match
No physical evidence linked him to the crime scene, but the jury convicted Douglas Stewart Carter, a Black man, based on a confession and two witnesses who later recanted.
Cornell frat gang rape probe to be reopened
Nearly two years after a young woman first told authorities that she'd been raped inside a fraternity house at Cornell University, the local district attorney, who had initially declined to pursue criminal charges, says he is reopening the investigation. Lilia Luciano reports on what's changed.
Case reopened into alleged 2024 Cornell gang rape
Prosecutors say they are reopening an investigation into an alleged 2024 gang rape at Cornell University. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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New video of text chain from night of alleged Cornell gang rape
CBS News New York has exclusively obtained additional video of the fraternity's group Snapchat conversation from the night a former Cornell student says she was drugged and raped inside the Chi Phi fraternity house.
In-laws allegedly kill son-in-law, police say
A husband and wife, both in their late 70s, are accused of shooting their son-in-law to death outside of a sports complex near San Francisco. Matt Gutman reports.
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NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.
SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
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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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
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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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Cornell frat gang rape probe to be reopened
Nearly two years after a young woman first told authorities that she'd been raped inside a fraternity house at Cornell University, the local district attorney, who had initially declined to pursue criminal charges, says he is reopening the investigation. Lilia Luciano reports on what's changed.
Trump announces Iowa steel plant project
President Trump has announced a multi-billion-dollar steel plant project in Iowa. What the president called the "largest steel plant in U.S. history" is expected to be up and running by 2030. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak has more details.
Previewing Yankees-Red Sox Wild Card series
Major League Baseball's grueling 162-game regular season ended on Sunday and postseason baseball is here. Four games kick off the wild-card round starting Tuesday. Levi Weaver, a staff writer for The Athletic, previews the MLB playoffs.
Russian drone hits cultural landmark in Kyiv
Russia struck a cultural landmark in Ukraine on Monday, the National Academy of Sciences, killing at least seven people and wounding dozens more. They also attacked apartment buildings, offices and data centers. CBS News international reporter Aidan Stretch was forced to take shelter shortly after creating this report. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean also has more on the war.