Israeli ambassador on killing of embassy aides
Yechiel Leiter, Israeli ambassador to the U.S., shares his thoughts on Wednesday night's murder of two Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington, D.C.
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World leaders condemn shooting of Israeli Embassy staff in D.C.
World leaders react to the killing of two Israeli Embassy staffers outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, as Israel blames antisemitic incitement.
Israeli Embassy staffers killed: What we know
Details are emerging about Wednesday night's fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy employees outside the Capitol Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Spike in antisemitic incidents in U.S.
The U.S. has seen a spike in reported antisemitic attacks since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. 2024 had the highest number of reported antisemitic incidents on record, according to the Anti-Defamation League. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
What to know about deadly D.C. shooting
The victims of Wednesday night's deadly shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., were identified as a couple who worked at the Israeli Embassy. The couple was about to be engaged, Yechiel Leiter, Israel's ambassador to the U.S., told reporters. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Israel condemned over "warning shots" fired near diplomats in West Bank
Israel faces calls from more than 12 nations, including allies, to explain why forces opened fire as a large delegation of diplomats visited the occupied West Bank.
Pope calls for "sufficient humanitarian aid" and end of war in Gaza
Pope Leo XIV says the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, "the heartbreaking price of which is paid by children, the elderly, the sick," must end and food must be allowed in.
Netanyahu says even his allies can't take "images of mass famine" in Gaza
Israel lets limited aid into Gaza, easing its blockade as Netanyahu says his allies can't tolerate "images of mass famine" in the war-torn Palestinian territory.
Hostage Edan Alexander's parents share the joy of a long-awaited reunion
Freed U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander's parents talk about learning their long wait was over, a joyous reunion, and their anxiety for 58 other families.
World leaders threaten Israel over Gaza
The leaders of France, Britain and Canada threatened Israel with "concrete actions" if it continues its strikes in Gaza and doesn't lift humanitarian aid restrictions. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more.
5/12: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," Secretary of State Antony Blinken joins Margaret Brennan as America's relationship with Israel faces a serious stress test this week, with a new U.S. report that says it is “reasonable to assess” that Israel violated international law in its war with Hamas. Plus, a story about how a group of special operations veterans helped a fellow service member's family get their mother out of war-torn Gaza.
Israel to allow basic aid into Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says basic aid will be allowed into Gaza after mounting international pressure. This comes as Israel's military ground offensive in the Palestinian territory expands. CBS News' Debora Patta reports.
Israel strikes pound Gaza, killing dozens and forcing a main hospital to close
The bloodshed followed the launch of a new Israeli military operation aimed at putting more pressure on Hamas to release hostages.
Israel launches new ground operation in Gaza
Israel says its forces have launched new, extensive ground operations in Gaza with thousands of reservists called up for support. Debora Patta is in Tel Aviv with the latest.
U.S. negotiators working for Gaza ceasefire
As U.S. diplomatic negotiators are working to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, as Israel has stepped up the war in Gaza. Debora Patta reports from Tel Aviv.
Israel launches new offensive to pressure Hamas to release hostages
The Israeli military said the new offensive in Gaza will not stop until the hostages are returned and Hamas is dismantled.
Israel intensifies war in Gaza with new offensive
There is a renewed push by mediators from the U.S. and Qatar to revive stalled ceasefire talks as Israel has intensified its war in Gaza. Debora Patta reports.
Food scarce in Gaza
As the Israeli humanitarian blockage of Gaza enters its third month, President Trump said people are starving in the territory. Debora Patta reports from Tel Aviv on the dire situation facing Gaza's population as food supplies are running out.
Trump says U.S. will stop Gaza war as death toll reportedly hits 53,000
As health officials in Hamas-run Gaza put death toll over 53,000, Trump says, "we're going to get that taken care of. A lot of people are starving."
Israel strikes Gaza hospital
There are no signs of an Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal coming to fruition, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not currently part of President Trump's schedule while he visits the Middle East. This comes as Israel continues to strike the Palestinian territory. Debora Patta reports.
Former ambassador to Israel on Trump
President Trump is pitching regional stability and global investment during his trip to the Middle East, the first foreign policy visit of his second term. Notably, a trip to Israel, now 19 months into its conflict with Hamas militants, is not on his schedule. Daniel Shapiro, U.S. ambassador to Israel during the Obama administration, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Hamas releases U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander
The American dual national Edan Alexander has been handed over by Hamas more than 19 months after he was taken hostage.
Latest on Edan Alexander's release from Hamas
Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage who was being held in Gaza. CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy has more.
Details on Edan Alexander release
After more than 19 months in Hamas captivity, Israel-American hostage Edan Alexander has been released. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on that and Qatar's donation of a jumbo jet for President Trump to use as a presidential plane.
Hamas releases Edan Alexander
Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage held by Hamas, has been released, according to Hamas. Alexander was kidnapped during the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks in Israel. John Dickerson anchored this CBS News special report.
Trump, Clinton seen in new batch of Epstein photos released by Democrats
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Friday released 19 photos from a trove of images obtained from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein.
How to watch Erika Kirk's town hall with CBS News
The last person to ask Charlie Kirk a question attended the town hall, airing at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
2 U.S. soldiers, civilian killed in "ambush" in Syria, military officials say
U.S. Central Command said the attack was a "result of an ambush by a lone ISIS gunman in Syria," and that the "gunman was engaged and killed."
2 killed in Russia; Ukraine's energy infrastructure is targeted
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia had sent over 450 drones and 30 missiles into Ukraine overnight.
House GOP unveils health care plan, with vote on track for next week
The Republican proposal does not include an extension to the expiring Affordable Care Act premium tax credits.
Peter Greene, character actor known for iconic villains, dies at 60
Peter Greene, best known for his role in "Pulp Fiction," has died at his home in New York City at 60 years old.
Ohio man who spent decades on death row for murder has his case dismissed
The case has been dropped against a man who spent a quarter-century on death row for the robbery and murder of a New Jersey woman at an Ohio hotel nearly three decades ago.
Police find no evidence former prince asked guard to investigate Giuffre
British police say they have found no evidence that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor asked a bodyguard to investigate Virginia Giuffre.
Lindsey Vonn back on the podium after historic World Cup downhill win
One day after becoming the oldest winner of a World Cup downhill, Vonn, 41, finished second in a race on Saturday in St. Moritz.
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Powerball jackpot rises to $1 billion for Saturday's drawing
The $1 billion jackpot is the seventh-largest in the game's history.
Ohio man who spent decades on death row for murder has his case dismissed
The case has been dropped against a man who spent a quarter-century on death row for the robbery and murder of a New Jersey woman at an Ohio hotel nearly three decades ago.
Lindsey Vonn back on the podium after historic World Cup downhill win
One day after becoming the oldest winner of a World Cup downhill, Vonn, 41, finished second in a race on Saturday in St. Moritz.
How to watch Erika Kirk's town hall with CBS News
The last person to ask Charlie Kirk a question attended the town hall, airing at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
When a regular at his restaurant stopped showing up, the chef went looking for him
Charlie Hicks ate his lunch and dinner at the Shrimp Basket in Pensacola, Florida, every day for 10 years. When he suddenly stopped showing up, the chef went looking for him, and ultimately saved his life.
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Law prof sues Boeing, alleging exposure to toxic fumes on Delta flight
A Temple University law professor alleges in a suit that he breathed in contaminated air on a Boeing craft, leaving him physically impaired.
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
U.S. could owe businesses $168B if Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs
A ruling striking down emergency levies could force the federal government to return most of the tariff revenue it has collected this year, according to Penn Wharton.
Trump signs executive order to block "excessive" state AI regulations
President Trump has signed an executive order to block states from regulating artificial intelligence.
Bessent calls for overhaul of regulator that protects U.S. financial system
Treasury Secretary's proposal to revamp the Financial Stability Oversight Council would expose Americans to risk, critics say.
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How to watch Erika Kirk's town hall with CBS News
The last person to ask Charlie Kirk a question attended the town hall, airing at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
U.S. removes Brazilian Supreme Court judge from its sanctions list
The move represents a thawing of sorts in the frosty relationship between the Trump administration and the Brazilian government.
House GOP unveils health care plan, with vote on track for next week
The Republican proposal does not include an extension to the expiring Affordable Care Act premium tax credits.
Venezuela's Machado appears open to U.S. military pressure against Maduro
María Corina Machado, asked by CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Trump's threat of land strikes, said she'd "welcome more and more pressure" on Maduro.
Machado says she'll return to Venezuela "as soon as possible" despite risks
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado spent hours in rough seas during a dangerous secret trip to Oslo to accept the Nobel Peace Prize.
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He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
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2 U.S. soldiers, civilian killed in "ambush" in Syria, military officials say
U.S. Central Command said the attack was a "result of an ambush by a lone ISIS gunman in Syria," and that the "gunman was engaged and killed."
Police find no evidence former prince asked guard to investigate Giuffre
British police say they have found no evidence that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor asked a bodyguard to investigate Virginia Giuffre.
Lindsey Vonn back on the podium after historic World Cup downhill win
One day after becoming the oldest winner of a World Cup downhill, Vonn, 41, finished second in a race on Saturday in St. Moritz.
Belarus releases Nobel prize laureate in exchange for U.S. sanctions relief
John Coale, the U.S. special envoy for Belarus, said that normalizing relations between Washington and Minsk was "our goal."
Fighting rages on Thai-Cambodian border despite Trump's ceasefire claim
Fighting is raging along the Thailand-Cambodia border despite U.S. President Donald Trump's claim of a ceasefire agreement.
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Peter Greene, character actor known for iconic villains, dies at 60
Peter Greene, best known for his role in "Pulp Fiction," has died at his home in New York City at 60 years old.
Producer Abraham Quintanilla, father of Tejano icon Selena, dies at 84
Quintanilla is survived by his son, his daughter Suzette and his wife Marcella, who he wed in 1963.
Sierra Hull performs "Movement"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing the instrumentals for "Movement."
Sierra Hull performs "Stomping Grounds"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing the instrumentals for "Stomping Grounds."
Sierra Hull performs "Lord, That's a Long Way"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing "Lord, That's a Long Way."
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What's next after Trump's AI rule order?
President Trump signed an executive order restricting states from creating their own regulations for artificial intelligence. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
College grads struggling to launch careers
New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor's upcoming book "How to Start" looks at the difficulties of beginning your career. Kantor joins "The Takeout" to unpack some of the difficulties college students face, artificial intelligence and more.
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.
Trump targets state regulations for AI
President Trump signed an executive order Thursday that aims to prevent states from enforcing their own regulations on artificial intelligence. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump signs order to block state AI rules
Stocks dipped lower on Friday as tech and AI companies came under pressure from President Trump. He signed an executive order on Thursday to stop state regulation of artificial intelligence, arguing that a patchwork set of rules could hold the U.S. back from dominating the competition. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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Democrats release photos from Epstein estate
House Democrats released more photos from the estate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein that include prominent figures like billionaire Bill Gates and former President Bill Clinton.
California tourist recovering from stabbing at Macy's Herald Square
A mother of three from California is now recovering after being stabbed inside Macy's in Herald Square. It appears to have been an unprovoked attack, police said.
Jury deliberating in Brian Walshe murder trial
Jurors began deliberations Friday in Brian Walshe's murder trial. Walshe is accused of killing his wife Ana, a charge he denies. Legal analyst Jennifer Roman joins to discuss.
New Orleans jail escapee who was on the run for months sentenced to life in prison
Derrick Groves, 28, was sentenced Friday to two life sentences over a 2018 double murder, with the Louisiana judge rebuking him for the disruption caused by his five months on the run.
Epstein estate photos released
House Oversight Committee Democrats released several photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate ahead of a Dec. 19 deadline when more files related to the convicted sex offender's case are expected to emerge. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
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"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
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Sierra Hull performs "Movement"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing the instrumentals for "Movement."
Sierra Hull performs "Stomping Grounds"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing the instrumentals for "Stomping Grounds."
Sierra Hull performs "Lord, That's a Long Way"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing "Lord, That's a Long Way."
Robby Hoffman on her new comedy special
Actor and comedian Robby Hoffman joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her John Mulaney-directed Netflix special "Wake Up," which premieres Sunday.
How gospel music became a Paris mainstay
American gospel music has become a mainstay in Paris, France, despite the language barrier, and "CBS Saturday Morning" learns why.