Harris in Tanzania pushes for strengthening democracy
Vice President Kamala Harris is encouraging Tanzania's fragile progress toward a more inclusive government.
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Netanyahu dismisses "pressures" after Biden suggests he ditch legal overhaul
"Israel is a sovereign country which makes its decisions," Netanyahu said after Biden voiced hope that Israel's leader "walks away" from the controversial legislation.
Biden signs order restricting government use of commercial spyware
The U.S. government will restrict its use of commercial spyware tools that have been used to surveil human rights activists, journalists and dissidents around the world.
Here's why one judge who oversees Jan. 6 cases is afraid for American democracy
Judge Reggie Walton said it's "scary" moving forward, knowing Jan. 6, 2021, isn't just something in the past.
Biden marks "Bloody Sunday" anniversary
President Biden used the searing memories of Selma's "Bloody Sunday" to recommit to a cornerstone of democracy, advocating for an expansion of voting rights.
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John Dickerson reports on explosives found in luggage at an airport, companies cutting the price of insulin, and why Mexico's electoral reforms are drawing concerns about democracy.
Nigerian election results come amid concern
Nigeria's ruling party candidate Bola Tinubu is leading in the presidential election as votes are counted in Africa's largest democracy. But the electoral process has been mired in controversy with all three major parties complaining of irregularities. There have also been reports of violence. BBC News correspondent Mayeni Jones joins Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" with the latest from Nigeria's election.
Biden meets with NATO allies in Poland
President Biden finished his three-day trip to Ukraine and Poland, meeting with Eastern European NATO allies known as the Bucharest Nine and reiterating support for Ukraine against Russia. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers from Warsaw to discuss the latest.
Biden: "Democracy remains unbowed and unbroken"
In his State of the Union address, President Biden spoke about America's "progress and resilience." He said, "Two years ago, our democracy faced its greatest threat since the Civil War. Today, though bruised, our democracy remains unbowed and unbroken." Watch that portion of his remarks.
Biden: Americans should "pay attention" to Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
President Joe Biden has made a historical pilgrimage to what he calls "America's freedom church" to mark Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday.
Biden awards medals for defending democracy
Two years after the attack on the U.S. Capitol, President Biden marked the solemn occasion by presenting medals to 14 Americans for their "exemplary contributions" to democracy during the 2020 election and on Jan. 6. Nikole Killion reports.
SCOTUS hears arguments on election law
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in Moore v. Harpe, a case that focuses on what the U.S. Constitution says about the state's involvement in regulating elections. CBS' chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford breaks down what this means for the future of democracy.
Ex-Ukraine leader urges U.S. to hold firm in fight "for global security"
"This is fighting not only for Ukraine, this is fighting for United States, this is fighting for the whole Western world," says former President Petro Poroshenko.
Iran sentences protester to death, fueling calls for world to react
"The international community must strongly warn the Islamic Republic of the consequences of executing protesters," a rights group said.
Democracy prevails in 2022 midterm elections
CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports from Atlanta on the latest election developments.
Gerrymandering: Why it's getting worse
It's not quite one-person, one-vote, when politicians can redraw maps of the voting districts they represent, to ensure safe seats for their party. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how partisan gerrymandering can undermine true democracy.
How art amplifies Iran protesters' demands for "woman, life, freedom!"
From paintings in Chicago to graffiti in Tehran and viral songs echoing around the world, Iranian artists are helping a long-silenced nation "to speak up."
Jailed Egypt activist's sister appeals to Biden: "Don't fail us"
"You can save Alaa, and you can show that there is some hope and potential for common sense, freedom, democracy," Sanaa Seif said, appealing directly to the U.S. leader.
11/8: Red and Blue
Latest from key Senate races in batleground states; Where democracy stands on Election Day 2022.
How the process of counting ballots works
In a midterm election night where basic democratic ideals were on the ballot, CBS News breaks down some key elements behind the scenes. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett leads a panel discussion with CBS News election law contributor David Berger, CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues and CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane to break down the counting of ballots, threats and "election deniers."
The state of democracy and midterm elections
CBS News' Margaret Brennan, Robert Costa and Jeff Pegues discuss security threats on Election Day, the importance of both parties accepting the midterm results and voters' concerns about the state of democracy.
Tony Dokoupil talks to Florida voters
The entire House, one-third of the Senate, and thousands of state and local races are up for grabs Tuesday. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil has the latest from Florida as voting gets underway nationwide.
What's at stake in 2022 midterms
As polls open across America, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Nancy Cordes, alongside political analysts Mick Mulvaney and Ashley Etienne, examine what's at stake in the 2022 midterms. They also delve into how the election could impact the 2024 race, and more.
Parties face off in midterm election
CBS News senior White House correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what is at stake for Democrats and Republicans in this election and how it could impact the remainder of President Biden's agenda.
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 6
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the midterm elections are just hours away, and candidates are spending the weekend barnstorming their states with some of the biggest names in politics. Democrats argue democracy is on the line, while Republicans say the party in power is wrecking the economy.
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Trump indicted in Manhattan; first ex-president to be charged with a crime
The case stems from a "hush money" payment made just days before Trump was elected president in 2016.
Authorities release 911 calls from Nashville school shooting: "Please hurry"
"I think we have a shooter at our church," one caller said, later adding: "I'm on the second floor in a room. I think the shooter is on the second floor."
Trump reacts to indictment and more from lawmakers, critics and allies
This is the first time in history a former president has been indicted.
State Department confirms two U.S. citizens kidnapped in Haiti
The couple was visiting relatives in Haiti when they got caught up in a wave of gang-related kidnappings.
Gwyneth Paltrow not responsible for ski crash, jury finds in civil trial
Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson had sued the actress for more than $300,000 over a 2016 collision on a ski slope.
9 service members dead after Army Black Hawk helicopters crash in Kentucky
The aircraft were practicing a "multi-ship formation" using night vision goggles when they crashed, officials said.
Capitol rioter known as "QAnon Shaman" released early from federal prison
Federal prison records indicate Chansley is currently at a "residential reentry management" facility in Phoenix, with a release date of May 25.
Russia arrests Wall Street Journal reporter, claims he was "spying"
The Journal "vehemently denies" the claim that Evan Gershkovich "was collecting classified information" about Russia's "military industrial complex" for the U.S.
Manhattan grand jury probes payment to second woman who alleged affair with Trump
Witnesses who have appeared before the grand jury have fielded questions about Karen McDougal, a former Playboy model and actress, sources said.
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Brian Walshe indicted in murder of wife Ana Walshe
Ana Walshe, a 39-year-old mother of three from Massachusetts, has not been seen since late on New Year's Eve.
Trump reacts to indictment and more from lawmakers, critics and allies
This is the first time in history a former president has been indicted.
Trump indicted in Manhattan; first ex-president to be charged with a crime
The case stems from a "hush money" payment made just days before Trump was elected president in 2016.
Layoffs begin at Disney as CEO Bob Iger moves to pare losses
Some 7,000 employees will lose their jobs, with the first round of cuts starting this week as Disney moves to slash costs.
Florida lawmakers OK bill to carry concealed guns without a permit
Floridians will be able to carry concealed guns without a permit under a bill the Legislature is sending to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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Layoffs begin at Disney as CEO Bob Iger moves to pare losses
Some 7,000 employees will lose their jobs, with the first round of cuts starting this week as Disney moves to slash costs.
FTX founder pleads not guilty to bribery and other new charges
Sam Bankman-Fried now faces 13 federal charges, including allegations he offered millions in bribes to a Chinese official.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
With the case set to go to the jury, attorneys say the outcome could hinge on who was the "downhill" skier.
Nokia plans to set up first 4G network on the moon
The phone company's network will support discoveries that could lay the groundwork for a human colony on the moon.
Inflation is pushing more Americans into side hustles
After cutting back on spending, consumers are now looking to boost their income to combat rising costs.
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Trump reacts to indictment and more from lawmakers, critics and allies
This is the first time in history a former president has been indicted.
Trump indicted in Manhattan; first ex-president to be charged with a crime
The case stems from a "hush money" payment made just days before Trump was elected president in 2016.
Florida lawmakers OK bill to carry concealed guns without a permit
Floridians will be able to carry concealed guns without a permit under a bill the Legislature is sending to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Joint Base Andrews on lockdown amid reports of an armed intruder
Joint Base Andrews in Maryland is where the president and top government officials fly in and out of regularly.
New FBI docs show Las Vegas mass shooter was upset with casinos
FBI documents made public this week reveal the high-roller gambler who opened fire on concertgoers on the Las Vegas Strip had lost heavily while gambling weeks earlier.
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Are your clothes dripping in "forever chemicals"?
The full health risks of wearing apparel made with PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are still unknown. But states are taking action so clothing makers will remove them.
An ER's error lands a 4-year-old in collections — for care he didn't receive
A Florida woman tried to dispute an emergency room bill, but the hospital and collection agency refused to talk to her — because it was her child's name on the bill, not hers.
FDA approves overdose-reversing Narcan for over-the-counter sale
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
Long COVID remains an uphill battle for many Americans
Long COVID has affected millions of people globally.
What to know about concussions, from warning signs to risk factors
A concussion is a type of brain injury. Here's what to know about symptoms, treatment and more.
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Turkey's parliament ratifies Finland NATO membership
Alarmed by Russia's invasion of Ukraine a year ago, Finland abandoned its decadeslong policy of nonalignment and applied to join the alliance.
State Department confirms two U.S. citizens kidnapped in Haiti
The couple was visiting relatives in Haiti when they got caught up in a wave of gang-related kidnappings.
U.S. sanctions man for trying to arrange arms deal between Russia, North Korea
The deal would have given Russia access to weapons and military supplies from North Korea in exchange for aircraft, food and other material.
Deporting Pablo Escobar's "cocaine hippos" carries a hefty price tag
In the 1980's, the Colombian drug kingpin imported just four hippos from Africa — and now there are nearly 150 of them.
U.N. pushes for deal to protect Ukraine nuke plant as threat increases
"It is obvious that this area is facing perhaps a more dangerous phase," IAEA boss Rafael Grossi said after a visit to Europe's largest nuclear power plant.
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Cisco and the NFL defended Super Bowl LVII [PAID CONTENT]
Former NFL star meets with a Cisco engineer and NFL's Chief Information Security Officer to discuss how the tech giant defended the big game from cyberattacks.
Gwyneth Paltrow not responsible for ski crash, jury finds in civil trial
Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson had sued the actress for more than $300,000 over a 2016 collision on a ski slope.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
With the case set to go to the jury, attorneys say the outcome could hinge on who was the "downhill" skier.
MLB The Show breaks barrier with Negro League players
MLB The Show has broken a video game barrier: For the first time, the franchise will insert some of the greatest Negro League players into the game as playable characters.
King Charles III visits Germany on first foreign trip as Britain's monarch
The new king was meant to have started his tour to bolster U.K.-EU ties in France, but that part of the trip had to be scrapped.
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Cisco and the NFL defended Super Bowl LVII [PAID CONTENT]
Former NFL star meets with a Cisco engineer and NFL's Chief Information Security Officer to discuss how the tech giant defended the big game from cyberattacks.
Twitter removes tweets about "Trans Day of Vengeance"
Social media platform angers supporters and critics of trans rights alike by taking down tweets regarding planned protest.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Boeing's Starliner faces another launch slip, this time to late-July
Boeing had hoped to launch its first crew to the International Space Station in 2020, but major softwar problems in 2019 delayed test flights.
Musk, Wozniak call for pause in AI development
Tesla founder Elon Musk and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak joined hundreds of others who signed an open letter calling for a pause in the development of artificial intelligence technology in order to take time to study the risks associated with it.
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Study: Warming climate could spawn more storms
Storms like the one that tore through Mississippi last week, killing several dozen people, could become more common due to climate change, according to a new study. Atmospheric scientist Dr. Walker Ashley, a professor at Northern Illinois University, and one of the study's lead authors, joins CBS News' John Dickerson on "Prime Time" about what these findings could mean.
Fiona, Ian being retired as hurricane names after deadly storms
In the future, Ian's former spot will be replaced with Idris and Fiona will be replaced with Farrah, WMO announced.
Lab-grown mammoth meatball unveiled
A lab-grown meatball made using the genetic information of the extinct woolly mammoth was unveiled at a science museum in the Netherlands this week.
How finding awe could help your health
Finding joy doesn't need to come from large trips. Some of the best adventure is right in our backyards. Dacher Keltner, UC Berkeley professor and author of "Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life," joins CBS News to discuss the science of awe-inspiring experiences.
Recent cosmic explosion likely the "brightest of all time," NASA says
The signal from this burst, experts found, had been traveling for about 1.9 billion years before reaching Earth.
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Brian Walshe indicted in murder of wife Ana Walshe
Ana Walshe, a 39-year-old mother of three from Massachusetts, has not been seen since late on New Year's Eve.
Special Report: Trump indicted in Manhattan
A New York grand jury has indicted former President Donald Trump on allegations linked to a business records investigation related to a "hush money" payment made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Trump is the first former president in U.S. history to face criminal charges. His attorney, Susan Necheles, confirmed the indictment. Watch the CBS News Special Report.
New FBI docs show Las Vegas mass shooter was upset with casinos
FBI documents made public this week reveal the high-roller gambler who opened fire on concertgoers on the Las Vegas Strip had lost heavily while gambling weeks earlier.
Authorities release 911 calls from Nashville school shooting: "Please hurry"
"I think we have a shooter at our church," one caller said, later adding: "I'm on the second floor in a room. I think the shooter is on the second floor."
Police union executive charged with attempted importing of synthetic opioids
Joanne Marian Segovia received hundreds of packages described as "Wedding Party Favors," a federal complaint alleged, but instead, they contained "thousands of pills of controlled substances."
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Boeing's Starliner faces another launch slip, this time to late-July
Boeing had hoped to launch its first crew to the International Space Station in 2020, but major softwar problems in 2019 delayed test flights.
Recent cosmic explosion likely the "brightest of all time," NASA says
The signal from this burst, experts found, had been traveling for about 1.9 billion years before reaching Earth.
Five planets aligning in the sky this week
Five planets will be lining up in the sky in March and experts say the last Tuesday of the month will be the best night to see it. Senior CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins Errol Barnett and Lilia Luciano with more.
Time lapse video shows large asteroid's "very close" flyby of Earth
The airplane-sized asteroid passed by last week on a track that placed it between the Earth and moon's orbits, which is relatively rare.
New Shepard launch abort blamed on engine nozzle failure, Blue Origin says
Blue Origin says fixes are being implemented and New Shepard sub-orbital flights will resume "soon."
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Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped.
World News Roundup's 85th anniversary
America's longest-running news broadcast program celebrates three-quarters of a century on the air
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Minnesota train derailment prompts evacuations
A train derailed in the town of Raymond, Minnesota, on Thursday, prompting authorities to temporarily evacuate the entire town. There were no injuries.
U.S. journalist arrested in Russia
Evan Gershkovich, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal, has been arrested in Russia on espionage charges. This marks the first time Russia has detained an American journalist since the Cold War.
Nashville protesters demand gun reform
Thousands of people held a protest outside the Tennessee State Capitol on Thursday, demanding more restrictive gun measures in the wake of a shooting at a private school in Nashville earlier this week in which six people were killed, including three children.
Examining the implications of Trump's indictment
Former President Donald Trump has been indicted by a New York City grand jury on allegations linked to a business records investigation. Major Garrett examines the possible repercussions of the historic move.
Trump indicted by New York City grand jury
Former President Donald Trump has been indicted by a New York City grand jury on financial crimes related to "hush money" payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Trump is the first former president in U.S. history to face criminal charges. Robert Costa reports.