Historic flight to Cuba
For the first time in five decades, a U.S. commercial flight has landed in Cuba. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN from Cuba with more details.
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Rock music was forbidden in Cuba when Fidel Castro came to power in 1959
Rock music was forbidden in Cuba when Fidel Castro came to power in 1959. Last night, after more than half a century, rock fans there got satisfaction as hundreds of thousands went to a free Rolling Stones concert in Havana. Chris Martinez reports.
President Obama will meet Cuban President Raul Castro while in Cuba this week
President Obama will meet Cuban President Raul Castro while in Cuba this week. They are set to discuss human rights in Cuba and improving Cuba-U.S. relations. CBS News' Margaret Brennan discusses Obama's schedule from Havana.
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While the pope delivered mass in Havana over the weekend, other Cubans worshiped in more modest settings
While the pope delivered mass in Havana over the weekend, other Cubans worshiped in more modest settings. Allen Pizzey reports.
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Two days before he visits the United States, the pope swung by Cuba and had an historic meeting with Fidel Castro; former president Jimmy Carter is currently undergoing treatment for brain cancer and intends not to change his Sunday routine
Two days before he visits the United States, the pope swung by Cuba and had an historic meeting with Fidel Castro
Two days before he visits the United States, the pope swung by Cuba and had an historic meeting with Fidel Castro. CBS News correspondent Allen Pizzey reports from Havana.
From the instant Jorge Mario Borgloglio became Pope Francis, business at the Vatican has been anything but usual.
From the instant Jorge Mario Borgloglio became Pope Francis, business at the Vatican has been anything but usual. Historic trips to Cuba and the United States will be his latest attempt to bride gaps and push for peaceful resolutions to longstanding social and economic strife on a global stage. But how is the popular pontiff changing views of American Catholics for their Church? Martha Teichner reports.
With the U.S. and Cuba on speaking terms, some Americans who fled Fidel Castro's revolution in the 1960s want back what they left behind
With the U.S. and Cuba on speaking terms, some Americans who fled Fidel Castro's revolution in the 1960s want back what they left behind. CBS News correspondent Margaret Brennan reports.
In 1959, CBS' “Face the Nation” aired the first U.S. television interview with Fidel Castro, then a young revolutionary who had just overthrown Cuban dictator Fulgencio Batista
In 1959, CBS' “Face the Nation” aired the first U.S. television interview with Fidel Castro, then a young revolutionary who had just overthrown Cuban dictator Fulgencio Batista.
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry criticizes the Obama administration's diplomatic relations with Cuba and China at the weekend's Iowa Ag Summit
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry criticizes the Obama administration's diplomatic relations with Cuba and China at the weekend's Iowa Ag Summit.
President Obama announced that the U.S. would start normalizing relations with Cuba following the release of Alan Gross, a U.S. government subcontractor, from a Cuban prison and a prisoner swap between the two countries
President Obama announced that the U.S. would start normalizing relations with Cuba following the release of Alan Gross, a U.S. government subcontractor, from a Cuban prison and a prisoner swap between the two countries. Norah O'Donnell and Charlie Rose anchor a CBS News Special Report with reports from Margaret Brennan and Bob Schieffer.
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Protests continue across India over a proposed citizenship law that critics say discriminates against Muslims. A new report highlights sexual misconduct by U.N. peacekeeping troops in Haiti, who fathered hundreds of children they mostly abandoned. And Cuba reinstates the office of prime minister. CBS News' Gwen Baumgardner rounds up the headlines from London.
Sanders faces backlash over Castro comments
With the South Carolina primaries just days away, Democratic candidates are making their final pitch to voters there. Democratic strategist Robby Mook and Republican strategist Terry Sullivan join CBSN to break down the response to Senator Sanders' comments about Fidel Castro, and discuss the upcoming showdown in South Carolina.
Sanders defends Castro praise before debate
Before Tuesday night's debate, candidates are sharply criticizing Bernie Sanders for his comments about Cuba on "60 Minutes." The Independent senator is not backing down after praising some of the programs carried out by Cuba's longtime dictator Fidel Castro. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Sanders: "The truth is, nothing I am saying is radical"
Bernie Sanders was also pressed about his comments on "60 Minutes" about Fidel Castro, saying "Cuba is a dictatorship. I've said that 8 million times."
U.S. bans flights to all Cuban cities except Havana
The Trump administration banned commercial flights in response to Cuba's support of Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro.
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U.S. allowing lawsuits over properties seized by Castro's Cuba
The major policy has angered European and other allies
Cubs swears in new president
CBSN spoke with American University professor William Leogrande about Cuba's new president, Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez. Canel was handpicked by Raul Castro and vowed to continue the communist revolution started by his brother, Fidel Castro.
Cuba officially being led by non-Castro for first time since 1959
Cuba President Raul Castro lays out clear vision for nation's power structure as Miguel Diaz-Canel takes power
Raul Castro replaced as president of Cuba
For the first time in more than 40 years, a Castro is not the president of Cuba. A new and younger face, Miguel Diaz-Canel, is now at the top of the Communist nation's government. He is promising reform, but it's not yet clear if much will change. Mola Lenghi reports from the White House.
Raul Castro stepping down as Cuban leader
Cuba's recently elected National Assembly has started the process of selecting a new president. It's expected to mark the first time in decades that a Castro will not hold that title. It was widely presumed that First Vice President Miguel Diaz-Canel will be the choice. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Havana.
Sole candidate named to succeed Castro as Cuban leader
With Raul Castro stepping down as Cuba's president, 57-year-old Miguel Diaz-Canel is poised to replace him
Fidel Castro's son dead in appparent suicide
He killed himself Thursday after months of treatment for depression, according to Cuban state-run media
Trump says "killing in Iran is stopping," with "no plan for executions"
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ICE agent who shot Renee Good suffered internal bleeding, officials say
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Court upholds Prop 50, allowing California to use its redrawn congressional maps
A panel for the U.S. Central District Court of California ruled Democrats can proceed in using their redrawn congressional maps for the 2026 midterm elections.
U.S. completes first sale of Venezuelan oil, valued at $500 million
The Trump administration has not yet disclosed many details about the deal.
Trump admin. cuts grants for mental health, addiction treatment programs
The U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, SAMHSA, lost around $1.9 billion in federal grants, which were abruptly terminated on Tuesday, a source said.
"Fundamental" differences remain over Greenland's future, Denmark says after U.S. meeting
After the meeting, Denmark's foreign minister said they're eager to work with the U.S. while respecting the "red lines of the Kingdom of Denmark."
Democratic Rep. Jason Crow contacted by Justice Dept. after video to troops
Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado and five other lawmakers appeared in a video that urged U.S. service members to refuse legal orders.
FBI searches home of Washington Post journalist for classified documents
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Changing Defense Department's name could cost up to $125 million, CBO estimates
The Trump administration's push to change the Defense Department's name to the Department of War could cost nine figures, according to a new estimate by Congress' budget watchdog.
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Timothy Busfield makes court appearance in child sex abuse case
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
U.S. completes first sale of Venezuelan oil, valued at $500 million
The Trump administration has not yet disclosed many details about the deal.
PureGym's entry and exit pods flagged by NYC fire department for safety concerns
The system has users download the PureGym app and scan a QR code in order to pass through cylindrical plexiglass doors of a pod and enter the gym.
Changing Defense Department's name could cost up to $125 million, CBO estimates
The Trump administration's push to change the Defense Department's name to the Department of War could cost nine figures, according to a new estimate by Congress' budget watchdog.
Court upholds Prop 50, allowing California to use its redrawn congressional maps
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Apple, Google face pressure to remove X and Grok from their app stores
Grok faces mounting scrutiny from government officials and advocacy groups after people used the AI chatbot to create sexualized images of minors and women.
Verizon customers report phone service outages across U.S.
A Verizon spokesperson confirmed to CBS News that the company is aware of "an issue impacting wireless voice and data services for some customers."
ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
Chew on this: U.S. food prices are still up 19% since 2022
Food prices in December saw their biggest jump in more than three years, data shows, while the cost of eating out has also risen.
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
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Trump administration to suspend immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries
The State Department announced it will stop giving out visas to nationals of dozens of countries who are seeking to move to the U.S. permanently.
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Changing Defense Department's name could cost up to $125 million, CBO estimates
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Trump admin. cuts grants for mental health, addiction treatment programs
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Trump admin. cuts grants for mental health, addiction treatment programs
The U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, SAMHSA, lost around $1.9 billion in federal grants, which were abruptly terminated on Tuesday, a source said.
Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
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ACA enrollment sinks sharply as coverage costs soar in 2026
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Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
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RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
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Trump says "killing in Iran is stopping," with "no plan for executions"
Potentially thousands have died from the crackdown to quash unrest amid protests.
U.S. says it's moving into next phase of Gaza peace plan, warns Hamas
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Trump told Iranians help is coming, so what might it look like?
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After a bloody crackdown, Iran vows to teach protest backers a lesson
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U.S. reduces some personnel at airbase in Qatar as tensions rise with Iran
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Timothy Busfield makes court appearance in child sex abuse case
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
Stars of "Sinners" talk about movie
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Ali Larter talks what's ahead in "Landman"
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Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in following child sex abuse allegations
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François Arnaud on "Heated Rivalry" series
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Apple, Google face pressure to remove X and Grok from their app stores
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ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
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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.
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Woman says AI chatbot Grok generated sexual deepfake images of her
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
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2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
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Timothy Busfield makes court appearance in child sex abuse case
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
Indicted Virginia coach still missing
The search continues in Virginia for a high school football coach charged with possessing child sexual assault material and using a computer to solicit a minor. CBS News breaking news correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
Au pair testifies in man's murder trial
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Doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia
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Man plotted murder to "get rid of" his wife after affair, au pair testifies
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ISS astronauts prepare for early return
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
Space station changes command, setting stage for Crew 11 departure
Outgoing space station commander Mike Fincke, a member of the returning Crew 11, turned the station over to cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, saying the combined crew had developed deep friendships.
Astronaut says early return to Earth is "right call," but "bittersweet"
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
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The FBI has searched the Alexandria, Virginia, home of a Washington Post reporter in connection with a classified documents investigation. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
H.R. McMaster on deadly Iran protests
President Trump on Wednesday said his administration had been informed that "the killing in Iran is stopping." Mr. Trump's statement comes with thousands believed to be dead in the wake of anti-government protests. Former Trump national security adviser H.R. McMaster joins with analysis.
Trump: "No plan for executions" in Iran
President Trump said Wednesday that "the killing in Iran is stopping" amid reports that tens of thousands may have died in anti-government protests in the last two weeks. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins with more.
Indicted Virginia coach still missing
The search continues in Virginia for a high school football coach charged with possessing child sexual assault material and using a computer to solicit a minor. CBS News breaking news correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
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The foreign ministers of Greenland and Denmark met with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the White House on Wednesday as President Trump pushes to acquire the Arctic territory. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has the latest.