137 women and girls killed every day by partners or family, U.N. says
Every 10 minutes a woman somewhere in the world was killed by intimate partners or family members in 2024, according to a U.N. report.
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Champion boxer fights back after being shot, stabbed by husband
Was it attempted murder or self-defense? Prizefighter Christy Martin lives to testify against her husband.
How "48 Hours" helped Sydney Sweeney prep for new role in "Christy"
Actress Sydney Sweeney stars in a new film based on the life of Christy Martin, the former prizefighter whose biggest battle took place outside of the ring.
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Facing a Monster
A teenager survives a vicious attack by an ex-boyfriend. Years later, she faces him in court after he murders a young mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.
Could Angela Prichard Have Been Saved?
A woman repeatedly called police for help when she was attacked, stalked, and intimidated by her husband. It didn't stop him from killing her. "48 Hours" contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Sacramento mom of three rebuilds life with help from Women's Empowerment
Sierra Pino truly carries a story of heartbreak and hurt to hope and resilience.
Women who experienced stalking have higher heart disease risk, study finds
A team of Harvard researchers analyzed data for more than 66,000 nurses, ages 36 to 56, who were surveyed about their own health for 20 years.
Inside Doug and Ashley Benefield's rocky relationship
A teenage daughter details how her life began to change after her father married a 24-year-old ballerina.
Eva Benefield details the emotional toll of her dad's death
Doug Benefield was shot while packing up to move his family — hoping to start fresh. His wife Ashley shot him, but why? CASE UPDATE: On Dec. 3, 2024, Ashley Benefield, who was convicted of manslaughter for the fatal 2020 shooting of her estranged husband Doug, was sentenced to 20 years in prison, to be followed by 10 years of probation
A Bond Broken: The toll of domestic violence on children
The children left behind and the hidden toll of domestic violence in Chicago.
She married a U.S. citizen. After she alleged abuse, he threatened deportation.
There has been a rise in the threat of deportations by abusers, said Esther Limb, Immigration Practice Director at Her Justice in New York City.
Georgia resentencing law could aid domestic abuse survivors in prison
The Survivor Justice Act would allow domestic violence survivors to ask for lower sentences if they can present evidence that abuse led them to commit their crime.
Georgia resentencing law gives hope to survivors
A new law passed in Georgia, called the Survivor Justice Act, would allow domestic violence survivors to ask for lower sentences in court if they can present evidence that abuse led them to commit their crimes. Mark Strassmann reports.
Facing a Monster | Post Mortem
Watch "Facing a Monster" and then catch up with CBS News correspondent Natalie Morales and "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green on "Post Mortem" as they discuss the survivor story of C.C. Opanowski, who was violently attacked by her ex-boyfriend, Shawn Doyle, when she was a teenager in 1996. They examine Doyle's escalating pattern of violence, which ultimately led to the 2005 murder of Lori Leonard, a single mom of two young sons, and how C.C. bravely faced Doyle in court a decade after her assault.
Woman shares remarkable story of survival
A woman was just 18 years old when she survived a vicious attack by her ex-boyfriend. Years later, she faced him in court after he was accused of murdering a mother of two. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green has her story.
Wife of man mistakenly deported filed for protective order against him in 2021
Kilmar Abrego Garcia's wife sought and received a temporary protective order against him in May 2021. The case was dismissed the following month after she failed to appear for a hearing.
Xavier Worthy of Chiefs released from jail, won't face domestic assault charges
Xavier Worthy was taken into custody Friday on a count of third-degree felony assault. However, prosecutors Saturday declined to pursue the case.
Adam Fravel gets life in prison for Madeline Kingsbury's murder
Adam Fravel, the 30-year-old southern Minnesota man convicted of killing 26-year-old Madeline Kingsbury, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Tuesday afternoon.
Dad and stepmom jailed for "campaign of abuse" that killed U.K. girl
The stepmother and father of Sara Sharif have been sentenced to life in prison for horrific abuse that ended up killing the 10-year-old British girl.
India's government formally opposes bid to criminalize marital rape
India's government is urging the Supreme Court to reject efforts to update a 160-year-old rape law, arguing it could disrupt "the institution of marriage."
Extreme heat is linked to pregnancy issues — and the risk is growing
Homicide, named by one study in 2022 as the leading cause of death of pregnant women in the U.S., is also among the risks inflated by extreme temperatures.
Salma Hayek Pinault, husband work to end violence against women
Salma Hayek Pinault and her husband, Francois-Henri Pinault, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about their activism through the Kering Foundation to help survivors of violence.
"Dancing With the Stars" dancer arrested on domestic violence charge
Longtime "Dancing With the Stars" dancer Artem Chigvintsev was arrested Thursday on suspicion of felony domestic violence in Napa County, California, according arrest records.
UAE charged a victim of alleged domestic violence for attempting suicide
Tori Towey was briefly detained and charged with attempting suicide in the UAE as she faced what a legal advocacy group said was "brutal domestic violence."
Nepal flash flood rescue efforts intensify as death toll rises
Rescuers pulled out survivors and helicopters lifted stranded people to safety as Nepal and China raced to respond after catastrophic flash floods killed hundreds of people.
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Iran war hits 6-month mark with no end in sight
President Trump insists Iran is "begging to make a deal" to end the war, but Tehran, and crucially China, say his economic warfare tactics will fail.
Judge temporarily blocks new Postal Service rules for mail voting
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing its new requirements for mail voting for the November midterm elections.
How long will the Lindsay Clancy trial jury take to reach a verdict?
The Lindsay Clancy trial jury continued their deliberations Friday and it could be days before they reach a verdict, a legal expert says.
U.S. military uses laser to shoot down 3 cartel drones at southern border, Pentagon says
The U.S. military this week used a laser to shoot down three drones along the U.S.-Mexico border that were allegedly operated by drug cartels, the Pentagon said.
Marine One has trouble communicating with air traffic control again
The incident happened about an hour after the National Transportation Safety Board released new details about a similar incident in early August.
Judge rules Trump administration illegally punished AI firm Anthropic
A judge barred the Trump administration from enforcing a set of rules aimed at cutting off Anthropic from the federal government, ruling the administration had unconstitutionally punished the AI company for protected speech.
Fired Stars and Stripes journalists sue Hegseth and Pentagon spokesperson
The plaintiffs say the Trump administration is trying to fire them as a part of its "extraordinary censorship efforts."
Norway's King Harald V, Europe's oldest monarch, dies at 89
King Harald V of Norway, Europe's oldest monarch, has died, the royal court says. He was 89.
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Good Good Golf's very bad, bad week amid backlash over Callaway ad
Good Good Golf will no longer sponsor an upcoming PGA tournament, while Callaway said it has ended its partnership with the company.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Aug. 30): "By Design"
"Sunday Morning" presents its annual edition touching on all aspects of design, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Husband and wife take on marathons with a racing wheelchair and a mission
Jamie and Amy Shinneman are teaming up for their fifth marathon, with him on foot and her in a racing wheelchair.
Marine One has trouble communicating with air traffic control again
The incident happened about an hour after the National Transportation Safety Board released new details about a similar incident in early August.
U.S. military uses laser to shoot down 3 cartel drones at southern border, Pentagon says
The U.S. military this week used a laser to shoot down three drones along the U.S.-Mexico border that were allegedly operated by drug cartels, the Pentagon said.
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Good Good Golf's very bad, bad week amid backlash over Callaway ad
Good Good Golf will no longer sponsor an upcoming PGA tournament, while Callaway said it has ended its partnership with the company.
Judge rules Trump administration illegally punished AI firm Anthropic
A judge barred the Trump administration from enforcing a set of rules aimed at cutting off Anthropic from the federal government, ruling the administration had unconstitutionally punished the AI company for protected speech.
OpenAI, Anthropic warn AI cyberattacks could surge in coming months
Hospitals, technology firms and other companies could soon be at risk from AI-enabled cyberattacks, according to a new open letter from more than 100 signatories.
Netflix offers extended pre-launch look at Grand Theft Auto 6
The latest GTA game is scheduled to drop on Nov. 19, more than 13 years after the last installment was released.
Fed's Cook responds to Trump firing threat, calls attacks "unfounded and untrue"
A lawyer for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said she "has never committed mortgage fraud or any intentional wrongdoing."
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Marine One has trouble communicating with air traffic control again
The incident happened about an hour after the National Transportation Safety Board released new details about a similar incident in early August.
U.S. military uses laser to shoot down 3 cartel drones at southern border, Pentagon says
The U.S. military this week used a laser to shoot down three drones along the U.S.-Mexico border that were allegedly operated by drug cartels, the Pentagon said.
Judge rules Trump administration illegally punished AI firm Anthropic
A judge barred the Trump administration from enforcing a set of rules aimed at cutting off Anthropic from the federal government, ruling the administration had unconstitutionally punished the AI company for protected speech.
Judge temporarily blocks new Postal Service rules for mail voting
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing its new requirements for mail voting for the November midterm elections.
El-Sayed says he's spoken with Jeremy Moss after Hasan Piker's comments
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, says now is the time for Democrats to work together ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
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2 airport workers die of malaria from mosquito on plane in Germany
Caused by parasites spread via Anopheles mosquitoes, malaria can cause symptoms including nausea, headache and intense waves of fever and chills.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
FDA approves new pancreatic cancer drug that could extend patients' lives
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Secrets of the gut microbiome and how it impacts our long-term brain health
Dr. Laura Cox, an assistant professor at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, explains how our dietary patterns play a significant role in our gut and long-term brain health.
Pennsylvania records first 2 measles deaths in 35 years
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
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2 airport workers die of malaria from mosquito on plane in Germany
Caused by parasites spread via Anopheles mosquitoes, malaria can cause symptoms including nausea, headache and intense waves of fever and chills.
Men buy museum tickets, then steal 200-carat diamond necklace
Police said the two men did not wear masks, paid to enter the museum and were clearly seen on surveillance cameras.
Tigers, jaguars, bison found in raid on fuel smugglers near U.S. border
Smuggling gasoline and diesel from the U.S. into Mexico and reselling it tax-free is a huge money-maker for organized crime gangs, including drug cartels.
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Iran war hits 6-month mark with no end in sight
President Trump insists Iran is "begging to make a deal" to end the war, but Tehran, and crucially China, say his economic warfare tactics will fail.
Norway's King Harald V, Europe's oldest monarch, dies at 89
King Harald V of Norway, Europe's oldest monarch, has died, the royal court says. He was 89.
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Exclusive look at Grand Theft Auto VI
Netflix is sharing a look at the highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI, set to be released in November. Jordan Minor, a gaming writer at PCMag and author of "Video Game of the Year," joins "The Daily Report."
How Dolly Parton supported the Black community
Nashville historian David Ewing joins "The Daily Report" to break down how Dolly Parton used her royalties from Whitney Houston's rendition of "I Will Always Love You" to uplift the Black community in the city.
Closing arguments in trial of man accused in Tupac's murder expected Monday
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Dolly Parton offered to try experimental drugs if "no hope" in her cancer battle
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
Netflix offers extended pre-launch look at Grand Theft Auto 6
The latest GTA game is scheduled to drop on Nov. 19, more than 13 years after the last installment was released.
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OpenAI, Anthropic warn AI cyberattacks could surge in coming months
Hospitals, technology firms and other companies could soon be at risk from AI-enabled cyberattacks, according to a new open letter from more than 100 signatories.
Bill Gates' dire warning about AI
Microsoft founder and computer pioneer Bill Gates changed the world forever with his technological innovation. Now, Gates is warning that the development of artificial intelligence without strong oversight and regulation could threaten society as we know it. MIT professor Max Tegmark shares his concerns.
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.
Meta settles social media addiction suit
A series of lawsuits accused tech giant Meta of purposefully designing social media apps to entice users and cause social media addiction. Meta will pay out $17 billion in a landmark settlement. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Why does the Meta settlement matter?
Meta's multi-billion dollar settlement with 47 states over social media addiction could result in some major changes to social media rules, especially for children. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, joins with more.
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Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
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German man convicted for 1994 rape and murder of U.S. tourist
Amy Lopez, 24, was discovered by children and had stab wounds, severe head injuries and injuries consistent with strangling.
Lindsay Clancy trial jurors weigh charges
Jurors in the trial of Lindsay Clancy are deliberating after hearing days of testimony about the mother killing her three young children.
Breaking down Clancy trial closing arguments
The Lindsay Clancy murder trial is now in the jury's hands after closing arguments occurred in court. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more.
Men buy museum tickets, then steal 200-carat diamond necklace
Police said the two men did not wear masks, paid to enter the museum and were clearly seen on surveillance cameras.
Second deliberation day in Clancy trial
The jury is deliberating in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial after closing arguments laid out the prosecution and defense cases. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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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.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
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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.
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.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Duo team aims to inspire through racing
Amy and Jamie Shinneman plan to run their fifth marathon together in Sydney, Australia this weekend as part of their mission to race all eight Abbott World Marathon Majors. But what sets them apart from other individual runners is that they compete together as a team. Amy has Bethlem myopathy, a rare form of muscular dystrophy, so Jamie pushes her in a racing wheelchair. They hope their story can inspire others with disabilities to chase big dreams, too.
Lindsay Clancy trial jurors weigh charges
Jurors in the trial of Lindsay Clancy are deliberating after hearing days of testimony about the mother killing her three young children.
NTSB investigates Marine One again
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating after another serious communication issue with President Trump's Marine One helicopter.
Venezuelan migrant sent to Liberia by U.S.
Carlos Tellez Sanchez, a Venezuelan migrant detained by ICE for months, is now in Liberia after being sent there by the U.S. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Latest in Trump's trade war with Canada
Last year, in a dispute with Mexico, President Trump renamed the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America." Now he's repeating the unusual foreign policy move, signing an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America" amid a trade war with Canada.