Hidden trove of gold treasure worth over $340,000 found by hikers
The hikers found the stash of gold coins and metal pieces in two containers on the edge of an overgrown forest.
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Victims of modern slavery forced to work in U.K. McDonald's, BBC finds
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
Death toll blamed on storms, flooding in Central Europe rises to 14
Heavy rains caused severe flooding in Central Europe, affecting countries including Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland and Romania.
Avalanche kills 4 tourists skiing in former Soviet country
Kyrgyzstan's state media said the avalanche occurred in the country's northeast, close to the border with Kazakhstan and China.
At least 15 killed in Prague shooting: Police
At least 14 people were killed in a shooting at a university building in central Prague, Czech officials said Thursday. Authorities initially reported 15 were killed, but later revised the death toll to 14. The alleged gunman was "eliminated," police said. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe reports.
At least 14 killed, dozens wounded in shooting at university in Prague
Czech officials say at least 14 people were killed and others wounded in a shooting on the campus of a university in Prague.
"Bloody packages" sent to Ukrainian embassies across Europe
Ukrainian embassies and consulates in six European countries have received packages containing animal eyes, an official said.
Peace talks resume amid Russian assault
Russian and Ukrainian delegates are meeting via video link Tuesday to resume their fourth round of negotiations. Meanwhile, the battle on the ground in Ukraine is intensifying across several cities, including Kyiv. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports from Washington, and CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has an update from Lviv, Ukraine.
World leaders visit Ukraine
The prime ministers of Poland, Czech Republic and Slovenia visited Kyiv, Ukraine, on Tuesday. Plus, peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are said to be moving forward. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab gives an update from Lviv, Ukraine.
WorldView: Deadly collision in Czech Republic
At least three people were killed and dozens injured after two trains collided in the Czech Republic. Meanwhile, the Taliban is taking responsibility for an attack targeting Afghanistan's acting defense minister, and a ship was hijacked in the Gulf of Oman. Also, a wildfire forced hundreds in Greece to flee their homes. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joined "CBSN AM" from London with those headlines.
WorldView: Deadly tornado in Czech Republic
A deadly tornado tore through several villages in the Czech Republic. New details are emerging on U.S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan. Montreal police clash with hockey fans. And an Olympian says she's forced to choose between games or breastfeeding. CBS News reporter Haley Ott joins CBSN AM from London with a roundup of world headlines.
WorldView: Egypt train derailment
A train derailment in Egypt killed at least 11 people and injured dozens more. Jailed Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny is moved to a hospital. Europe's top football clubs are coming together to form a new "super league," drawing backlash. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with those stories and more.
Czech diver sets record for under-ice swim
Free-diver David Vencl swam nearly 266 feet under the ice of a frozen-over quarry in the Czech Republic wearing nothing but swim trunks and goggles and holding his breath for more than two and a half minutes. That and more in today's "Did You Hear About This" segment.
COVID 2nd wave drives more European countries back into lockdown
Northern Ireland, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands are all trying to break the cycle of spiraling infections with short, sharp lockdowns, and others may follow.
Expert sees "new level of repression" in Russian journalist's arrest
Many see detention of former defense reporter Ivan Safronov as the latest example of the Putin regime's efforts to silence independent journalists.
Ancient well is oldest wooden structure ever discovered
Archaeologists determined the well was built out of oak around 5255 B.C.
Gunman kills 6 people in Czech hospital waiting room
The prime minister said the gunman opened fire at people's heads and necks from close range in the eastern city of Ostrava, and the motive remains unclear.
Czech ambassador to the U.S. once killed a crocodile with a knife
Prague's man in Washington, Hynek Kmoníček, says "sometimes you have to prove yourself"
Pro-Russia incumbent wins Czech presidential election
Milos Zeman won his first term in 2013 during the Czech Republic's first presidential election decided by voters, not lawmakers
Czech president to face runoff vote after failing to win re-election
Czech President Milos Zeman was one of the few European leaders to endorse Donald Trump's bid for the White House
Actor Jan Triska dies after Prague bridge fall
The actor fell from the famous Charles Bridge
"Disaster": Swedish PM says security leak exposed citizens to harm
"It was in breach of the law and exposed Sweden and Swedish citizens to harm," PM Stefan Lofven says
Czech orchestra of disabled musicians coming to U.S.
The Tap Tap, created 18 years ago to give students at a school for the disabled in Prague an extracurricular activity, has become a major musical operation
Girl Scout a viral sensation for confronting neo-Nazis
The teenage Girl Scout was captured in a photo facing one of about 150 supporters of the fringe party at a rally
Kids break into zoo, kick and stone beloved flamingo to death
Beloved 16-year-old flamingo was beaten to death days after a rhino was shot and killed at another zoo
Iran launches missiles at Israel as Israel attacks Iran's nuclear sites
Sirens sounded in Israel as Iran launched dozens of ballistic missiles in retaliation for Israel's strikes on its nuclear facilities.
Trump clears U.S. Steel sale to Nippon Steel, but details of merger still unclear
Japan's Nippon Steel can buy U.S. Steel as long as both sides sign a "national security agreement."
About 200 U.S. Marines begin Los Angeles deployment
The Marines will defend federal property and personnel, rather than operating law enforcement operations, according to an Army general.
Maps show where Israel attacked Iran, sites of nuclear program
Maps show the Iranian sites Israel targeted with airstrikes Friday, including a key nuclear facility in Natanz.
Dozens demonstrating against military parade arrested outside U.S. Capitol
All those arrested outside the U.S. Capitol will be charged with unlawful demonstration and crossing a police line, authorities said.
Trump administration told U.S. allies in Middle East about Israel's Iran strikes in advance
The State Department told regional allies about Israel's plan to strike Iran, and indicated it wasn't a U.S. operation, four sources told CBS News.
Trump administration can keep Mahmoud Khalil jailed, judge says
A judge says the Trump administration can detain Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil for allegedly lying on his green card application — after ruling he can't be jailed for foreign policy reasons.
At least 11 dead, several missing in San Antonio after rapid flooding
The San Antonio Fire Department told CBS News that several people remain unaccounted for, but was unable to provide an exact number.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia pleads not guilty to human trafficking charges in Tennessee
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was deported in error and returned to the U.S. last week, appeared in court to face human trafficking charges in Nashville.
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Dozens demonstrating against military parade arrested outside U.S. Capitol
All those arrested outside the U.S. Capitol will be charged with unlawful demonstration and crossing a police line, authorities said.
How optical illusions are illuminating vital medical research
A study found that radiologists who have years of training to ignore visual distractions were less susceptible to the Ebbinghaus illusion.
Judge in trial of Memphis officers convicted in Tyre Nichols' death recuses himself
U.S. District Judge Mark S. Norris issued a one-sentence order saying he was recusing himself, just days before he was supposed to hand down sentences for the men.
Army pilot killed in helicopter training accident in Kentucky identified
A second pilot suffered minor injuries in the accident at Fort Campbell.
CDC urges summer camps to check for measles immunity, as U.S. nears record
The CDC's new "checklist" comes amid a deadly year of measles outbreaks that is now near record levels.
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Trump clears U.S. Steel sale to Nippon Steel, but details of merger still unclear
Japan's Nippon Steel can buy U.S. Steel as long as both sides sign a "national security agreement."
Amazon, Temu and other e-commerce sides hawk "No Kings" merch
Sellers are hawking "No Kings" t-shirts, hats and other items in a move to cash on anti-Trump protests planned for June 14.
Ford CEO says rare earths shortage forced it to halt production
The U.S. automaker is struggling to procure rare earth materials essential to its cars, as exports from China slow.
Walmart heiress' "No kings" protest ad sparks backlash against retailer
Walmart heiress' ad is prompting backlash against the retailer despite it not being associated with the company.
Anker recalls more than 1.1 million power banks after fires reported
Anker, a Chinese electronics maker, is recalling 1.15 million PowerCore portable chargers after some consumers reported fires and explosions.
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Trump administration told U.S. allies in Middle East about Israel's Iran strikes in advance
The State Department told regional allies about Israel's plan to strike Iran, and indicated it wasn't a U.S. operation, four sources told CBS News.
Dozens demonstrating against military parade arrested outside U.S. Capitol
All those arrested outside the U.S. Capitol will be charged with unlawful demonstration and crossing a police line, authorities said.
Trump clears U.S. Steel sale to Nippon Steel, but details of merger still unclear
Japan's Nippon Steel can buy U.S. Steel as long as both sides sign a "national security agreement."
Trump administration can keep Mahmoud Khalil jailed, judge says
A judge says the Trump administration can detain Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil for allegedly lying on his green card application — after ruling he can't be jailed for foreign policy reasons.
Has the U.S. ever had a military parade? Yes, but they're rare.
The U.S. has held events like President Trump's military parade throughout history, but they're uncommon.
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CDC urges summer camps to check for measles immunity, as U.S. nears record
The CDC's new "checklist" comes amid a deadly year of measles outbreaks that is now near record levels.
New COVID variant NB.1.8.1 could be more than 1 in 3 cases, CDC says
The NB.1.8.1 COVID-19 variant was linked to a large surge of hospitalizations in parts of Asia earlier this year.
The price you pay for an Obamacare plan could surge next year
An estimated 4 million Americans will lose health insurance over the next decade if Congress doesn't extend enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act marketplace coverage.
Average age of moms giving birth in U.S. rises to nearly 30 years old
Average age also increased for first-time moms, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Experts say there are a few reasons why.
CDC purges career officials from oversight of vaccine committee
News of their removal comes after the firing of the CDC's outside vaccine advisers.
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Trump administration told U.S. allies in Middle East about Israel's Iran strikes in advance
The State Department told regional allies about Israel's plan to strike Iran, and indicated it wasn't a U.S. operation, four sources told CBS News.
Israeli airstrikes hit multiple Iran nuclear sites. Here's what we know about them.
The Israeli military targeted Iranian nuclear facilities, research scientists and senior military commanders in dozens of preemptive airstrikes.
Sole survivor of Air India plane crash was in seat 11A
The man who walked away from the Air India plane crash as the disaster's only survivor was sitting near an emergency exit on the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner.
Maps show where Israel attacked Iran, sites of nuclear program
Maps show the Iranian sites Israel targeted with airstrikes Friday, including a key nuclear facility in Natanz.
U.S. man arrested in Greece after woman, baby found dead in Rome
The bodies of the baby girl and mother, also identified as Americans, were found in Rome's Villa Pamphili park.
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Brandon Lake on new music and mental health
Grammy winner Brandon Lake is out with his fifth studio album. The singer-songwriter speaks to "CBS Mornings Plus" about his new music, touring and struggles with mental health.
Book excerpt: "Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television"
Todd S. Purdum's biography explores the impact on American culture by the Cuban-born entertainer who (as husband and business partner of Lucille Ball) changed the rules of TV.
Women's golf celebrates major milestone
The Ladies Professional Golf Association is marking 75 years in 2025. Golf has seen growth over the past five years, especially among women who now make up 28% of all U.S. golfers. Amanda Balionis looks at the future of women in the sport.
Whoopi Goldberg on All-Women's Sports Network
Whoopi Goldberg co-founded the "All Women's Sports Network," which is the first-ever global sports network exclusively dedicated to female athletes and sports. She explains the sports it features and why she's passionate about showcasing female athletes.
Alex Cooper alleges sexual harassment
Alex Cooper, host of the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, is speaking out about sexual harassment that she says she experienced while playing soccer at Boston University. CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports.
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Google, OpenAI, Spotify and other platforms hit by widespread outage
Google, OpenAI and Spotify were down Thursday after a widespread tech outage.
Meta files lawsuit against maker of "nudify" app technology
Meta ramps up efforts to block ads for AI technology used to create fake nude images of real people.
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.
Facial recognition identifying jail escapees
After 10 inmates escaped a New Orleans jail, authorities used facial recognition software to help locate and arrest an escapee. But as facial recognition has become a more common tool, groups like the ACLU have raised concerns about its use. Anna Schecter, who covers crime and safety for CBS News, breaks it all down.
What to know about facial recognition
Facial recognition technology was used by authorities to locate one of the 12 escaped New Orleans inmates. Some groups are concerned that the crime-solving tactic breaches privacy. CBS News' Anna Schecter explains what to know.
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Invasive Asian needle ants pose risks
As summer kicks into high gear, the U.S. Forest Service is warning about an invasive Asian needle ant species found in dozens of states. Eric Day, entomologist at Virginia Tech, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Japanese probe's second straight attempt at moon landing a failure
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace was aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
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Jury begins deliberating in Karen Read trial
The jury in Karen Read's murder retrial began deliberations on Friday. Read is accused of hitting her boyfriend with a car and then leaving him to die in the snow, while she claims she's being framed. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex reports.
Kanye West attends attends "Diddy" trial
Kanye West, known as Ye, briefly attended Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial in New York City, but was not able to access the courtroom. West was there to show support for the disgraced music mogul facing life in prison if convicted. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
U.S. man arrested in Greece after woman, baby found dead in Rome
The bodies of the baby girl and mother, also identified as Americans, were found in Rome's Villa Pamphili park.
Vegas shooting that killed couple was livestreamed by victims
Police said the shooting near the landmark Bellagio fountains was an isolated incident between the victims and the suspect, who had been feuding on social media.
Examining Trump's push for death penalty
President Trump signed an executive order on the first day of his second term stating, "capital punishment is an essential tool for deterring and punishing those who would commit the most heinous crimes." Justin Mazzola, researcher for Amnesty International, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the future of capital punishment in the U.S.
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Commercial crew launch delayed while ISS air leak assessed
NASA wants to evaluate recent efforts to stop a small but persistent air leak in the Russian segment of the space station.
Axiom-4 mission delayed due to leak
NASA delayed the Axiom Mission 4 launch on Wednesday after SpaceX detected a liquid oxygen leak during a Falcon 9 rocket inspection. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Report: Pentagon, NASA push SpaceX competitors
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Implications of Trump-Musk feud on NASA
The emerging feud between President Trump and Elon Musk could have a ripple effect on America's space program. Jeff Foust, senior staff writer for Space News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the implications.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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Las Vegas police warn against violence
Las Vegas is feeling the heat of the immigration fight going into the weekend. Nearly 100 protesters were hauled off after an anti-ICE rally turned confrontational. Organizers say they will be back out on Saturday. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Reporter's Notebook: Questions to ask our fathers
What makes someone a father is rarely discussed out loud. But those conversations may shape the men who come next. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Israel vows more strikes on Iranian nuclear sites
Israel launched airstrikes on Iranian and nuclear military targets, taking out nuclear scientists and military leaders. Iran retaliated with 100 drones and dozens of ballistic missiles against Israel. Weijia Jiang and Margaret Brennan have the latest.
Judge keeps Mahmoud Khalil in ICE detention
A judge on Friday denied pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil's request for release from ICE detention, despite ruling earlier this week that the government cannot hold Khalil on the grounds it used to detain him. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has the details.
Jury begins deliberating in Karen Read trial
The jury in Karen Read's murder retrial began deliberations on Friday. Read is accused of hitting her boyfriend with a car and then leaving him to die in the snow, while she claims she's being framed. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex reports.