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Dozens killed as U.S. Embassy opens in Jerusalem
Death toll climbs fast as Palestinian protesters mass at Gaza border, this time with new focus on controversial U.S. move
Giuliani hopes for decision on Trump interview with Mueller before North Korea summit
Giuliani tells CBS News any interview with Trump would have to take place after summit with Kim Jong Un
Americans split on Trump's handling of relations with Israel
A vast, bipartisan majority of Americans still maintain a high opinion of Israel as U.S. moves embassy to Jerusalem
Will Trump talk to special counsel?
President Trump's lawyer, Rudy Giuliani, says Mr. Trump will not talk to special counsel Robert Mueller before next month's summit with North Korea. Giuliani tells CBS News the president's legal team is tied up in international issues and can't prepare for an interview until after the meeting. Paula Reid reports.
Will U.S. ease sanctions on North Korea?
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the U.S. could be ready to offer security assurances to North Korea as part of a nuclear deal. North Korea says it will dismantle its nuclear test site ahead of next month's summit between President Trump and Kim Jong Un. Major Garrett reports.
Trump honors his late mother in Mother's Day video
"So much of what I've done and so much of what I've become is because of my mother," Trump said in his video message
History to be made in the Holy Land with U.S. Embassy opening
Monday, the U.S. will open its embassy in the Israeli capital, Jerusalem -- a city also claimed by Palestinians as their capital
Gates: 2-state solution between Israelis, Palestinians "on life support"
"I think the hesitation has been, that it would end any prospect of an agreement between the Palestinians and the Israelis," Gates said of the embassy move to Jerusalem
Americans freed by North Korea reunited with families
Pentagon spokeswoman said in a statement that the men "were grateful, in good spirits and coping well"
Pompeo: N. Korea to receive sanctions relief in exchange for "total" denuclearization
"What Chairman Kim will get from America is our finest. Our entrepreneurs. Our risk takers. Our capital providers. Not our taxpayers," Pompeo told "Face the Nation"
Ex-defense chief: Trump's tweets, "tough talk" got N. Korea to table
Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates says the president's "unpredictability" helped pave the way for upcoming talks
Graham: W.H. aide's comments about McCain a "disgusting thing to say"
"I just wish somebody from the White House would tell the country that was inappropriate," the South Carolina Republican said
Politicians defend McCain
Few are laughing about an alleged remark a White House aide made about an ailing Sen. John McCain. The 81-year-old is home in Arizona fighting a deadly form of brain cancer. Errol Barnett reports.
Controversies consume White House
The Trump administration is facing alist of domestic controversies surrounding Michael Cohen, Senator John McCain, homeland security chief Kristjen Nielsen and the president's proposed drug policy. This comes weeks ahead of a planned historic summit between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Bloomberg's chief Washington correspondent, Kevin Cirilli, takes us through the latest.
Rudy Giuliani stands by his comment about Trump and AT&T
Meanwhile, White House press secretary Sarah Sanders has a slightly different explanation
Polls close in Iraq's first elections since victory declared over ISIS
Results are expected within the next 48 hours, according to the independent body that oversees Iraq's election
North Korea says it will hold "ceremony" for dismantling nuke test site
It would be a dramatic but symbolic event to set up leader Kim Jong Un's summit with President Donald Trump next month
Second Democratic senator backs Gina Haspel, Trump's CIA pick
Donnelly is the second Democrat to announce he will cast his vote in favor of CIA director nominee Gina Haspel -- boosting her prospects of being confirmed
Nuclear deal exit amplifies Iranians' frustrations with life at home
No regime loyalists would dare say it, but Iranians are furious with their government's failure to deliver basics like electricity, water and decent wages
Trump hopes to negotiate with California on fuel economy standards
Any big change by President Trump certainly would bring lawsuits from environmental groups as well as California
Giuliani says decision on a Trump-Mueller interview won't be soon
"I wouldn't want to take his concentration off something far, far more important," the president's newest attorney said
Rudy Giuliani says Trump "denied" AT&T merger
AT&T agreed to pay president's personal attorney Michael Cohen a reported $600,000 for "insights." The White House says DOJ denied the merger
How U.S. Embassy move affects peace talks
The U.S. Embassy is being moved from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem on orders of President Trump. It opens on Monday inside an existing consulate building until a permanent home is built. Time magazine editor-at-large Karl Vick joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the significance of the largely symbolic move.
Protests in Iran over nuclear deal withdrawal
In Iran, thousands of people continue to take to the streets to protest the U.S. withdrawal from the nuclear deal. They are also targeting their own government. Elizabeth Palmer reports from Tehran.
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Trump threatens Iran strikes, says it's too soon for new direct talks
Trump threatens Iran with "higher level" strikes if it won't accept a peace deal, but says it's too soon for direct talks after reporting diplomatic progress.
Ted Turner, media tycoon who founded CNN, dies at age 87
Ted Turner built a media empire that included cable channels CNN, TBS and TNT, and he owned the Atlanta Braves for 20 years.
Lutnick testifying in House committee's Epstein probe
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is being questioned Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise ship as Canary Islands rejects it
Three passengers were evacuated from the vessel and human-to-human transmission has been confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
Kash Patel, local sheriff clash over handling of Nancy Guthrie case
Kash Patel is placing blame on local officials in Arizona over their handling of the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, but the Pima County sheriff says some of the FBI director's claims are inaccurate.
Trump largely succeeds in upending Indiana state Senate over redistricting
President Trump had backed challengers to Indiana state senators who voted against his redistricting plan — and on Tuesday, most of them won.
Obama tells Colbert what he worries about in today's politics
In an interview on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," former President Barack Obama had some pointed words about the power of the executive branch.
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Homan: "Things weren't perfect" in Minneapolis, but ICE not backing down
Border czar Tom Homan conceded "things weren't perfect" during the crackdown in Minneapolis, but stressed that the administration is not backing down from its mass deportation effort.
40-ton whale dies amid wave of strandings off Washington state
The animal was a fin whale, the second-largest animal in the world, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association said.
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U.S. to press allies to bolster counterterrorism efforts under new strategy
A new counterterrorism strategy, signed by President Trump on Tuesday, seeks to crack down on Islamist terror groups, drug cartels and violent domestic political groups.
Food manufacturer Cento is committing "tomato fraud," lawsuit alleges
In a new lawsuit, two California residents allege that Cento Fine Foods doesn't use real San Marzano tomatoes in one of its products.
40-ton whale dies amid wave of strandings off Washington state
The animal was a fin whale, the second-largest animal in the world, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association said.
Gas prices top $4.50 a gallon, reaching highest level since July 2022
Gas prices are now 52% higher than prior to the Iran war, with drivers paying $1.56 more per gallon, data shows.
Kash Patel, local sheriff clash over handling of Nancy Guthrie case
Kash Patel is placing blame on local officials in Arizona over their handling of the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, but the Pima County sheriff says some of the FBI director's claims are inaccurate.
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Food manufacturer Cento is committing "tomato fraud," lawsuit alleges
In a new lawsuit, two California residents allege that Cento Fine Foods doesn't use real San Marzano tomatoes in one of its products.
Gas prices top $4.50 a gallon, reaching highest level since July 2022
Gas prices are now 52% higher than prior to the Iran war, with drivers paying $1.56 more per gallon, data shows.
Ted Turner, media tycoon who founded CNN, dies at age 87
Ted Turner built a media empire that included cable channels CNN, TBS and TNT, and he owned the Atlanta Braves for 20 years.
Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Employers are demanding AI skills. What's the best way to learn them?
Career experts say workers and job seekers should take charge of their own AI education. Here's how to get started.
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U.S. to press allies to bolster counterterrorism efforts under new strategy
A new counterterrorism strategy, signed by President Trump on Tuesday, seeks to crack down on Islamist terror groups, drug cartels and violent domestic political groups.
Obama tells Colbert what he worries about in today's politics
In an interview on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," former President Barack Obama had some pointed words about the power of the executive branch.
Lutnick testifying in House committee's Epstein probe
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is being questioned Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Republican Derek Merrin projected to win Ohio's 9th District primary
Derek Merrin won the GOP primary in Ohio's 9th Congressional District on Tuesday, setting up a rematch against longtime Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur in what's expected to be one of the most contested House races of the year.
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3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise as Spain says it will dock in Tenerife
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
What we know about cruise hantavirus outbreak
A rare form of hantavirus is believed to have spread person-to-person on board a cruise ship. Three people are dead, four more are ill and nearly 150 others are stranded aboard the ship, where they will stay potentially for months until they are cleared to leave. Tom Hanson has more.
How hantavirus may have spread aboard a cruise ship
A hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship has killed four people and infected at least four others, officials said.
UnitedHealthcare to cut prior authorization for 30% of treatments
The largest U.S. health insurer said it will eliminate approval requirements for some treatments, including select outpatient surgeries and other procedures.
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3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise as Spain says it will dock in Tenerife
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
13-year-old student kills 2 women at school in Brazil
A 13-year-old student admitted carrying out the attack at the public school Instituto Sao Jose in Rio Branco, officials said.
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Trump threatens Iran strikes, says it's too soon for new direct talks
Trump threatens Iran with "higher level" strikes if it won't accept a peace deal, but says it's too soon for direct talks after reporting diplomatic progress.
3 killed in U.S. strike on suspected drug boat in eastern Pacific, Pentagon says
The attack came a day after U.S. forces struck an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea, killing two people.
Trump pauses Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz to see if Iran deal can be struck
President Trump said Tuesday he has paused Project Freedom, a U.S. effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Anthony Mason launches YouTube show
CBS News' Anthony Mason is launching a new YouTube show called "Alchemy with Anthony Mason." It's a long-form interview program celebrating artists and the creative process.
Obama tells Colbert what he worries about in today's politics
In an interview on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," former President Barack Obama had some pointed words about the power of the executive branch.
Nathan Lane on fulfilling lifelong dream
Actor Nathan Lane, who stars in the play "Death of a Salesman," was nominated for his seventh Tony Award. He spoke to "CBS Mornings" about why it was a lifelong dream for him to star in the play and his personal connection to his character.
Tony Awards nominations breakdown
"The Lost Boys," starring Shoshana Bean, leads this year's Tony nominations along with "Schmigadoon!" Both opened just weeks ago, and each cinched 12 nods. CBS News New York reporter Dave Carlin has more about the nominees.
Douglas Stuart reads "John of John" excerpt
Oprah Winfrey selected "John of John" by award-winning author Douglas Stuart, known for "Shuggie Bain," as her latest book club pick. Watch the author, Douglas Stuart, read an excerpt from his novel that Winfrey calls " a complex and compelling tale that ultimately showcases the transformational power of love."
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Employers are demanding AI skills. What's the best way to learn them?
Career experts say workers and job seekers should take charge of their own AI education. Here's how to get started.
OpenAI co-founder's diary surfaces in Musk trial
The high-stakes trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI now involves testimony about a co-founder's personal diary. Vanity Fair contributor Tom Dotan joins 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.
Coinbase to lay off 700 workers as crypto company embraces AI
"This is a new way of working, and we need to leverage AI across every facet of our jobs," CEO Brian Armstrong said in a letter to employees.
Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
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Driver accused of chasing child on sidewalk
A woman in Washington state is accused of trying to run over a child on an e-bike. Police say she later attempted to break into a home. The child was not harmed in the incident and the woman is now facing felony charges.
New development in Lynette Hooker case
Authorities are looking for the owners of a sailboat as they continue to investigate the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, the American who went missing in the Bahamas while sailing last month. Cristian Benavides reports.
13-year-old student kills 2 women at school in Brazil
A 13-year-old student admitted carrying out the attack at the public school Instituto Sao Jose in Rio Branco, officials said.
Antisemitic graffiti found across NYC
An investigation is underway in New York City after multiple locations were vandalized with antisemitic graffiti. CBS News' Jared Ochacher reports from Queens.
Manhunt underway for former soldier
In northern Tennessee, a retired Special Forces soldier is accused of shooting his wife and then using his training to disappear into the woods. Nicole Valdes reports.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
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Ted Turner | 60 Minutes Archive
Television pioneer Ted Turner, who created CNN, died Wednesday at age 87. In 2003, Turner spoke with Mike Wallace about his life and career accomplishments.
Patel, sheriff clash over Guthrie case
FBI Director Kash Patel is attempting to shift blame to local authorities in the handling of the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. But the Pima County Sheriff's Office says some of Patel's comments are not accurate. Jericka Duncan reports.
Trump says U.S. will bomb Iran more
President Trump renewed threats against Iran after pausing the U.S. mission to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Holly Williams and Nancy Cordes have the latest.
Ted Turner, CNN founder, dies at 87
Media mogul and CNN founder Ted Turner has died at 87, according to a statement from Turner Enterprises.
The physical and mental benefits of walking
Walking continues to benefit people's overall health. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers has more.