Judge undercuts preventive care mandate in Affordable Care Act
A federal judge in Texas who previously ruled to dismantle the Affordable Care Act struck down a narrower but key part of the nation's health law.
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20 years after the U.S.-led invasion, what has changed in Iraq?
U.S. troops left in 2011 but returned as the country was gripped by sectarian bloodshed and the rise of ISIS, and Iraqis struggle to believe the nightmare is over.
Iraqi journalist who hurled his shoes at George W. Bush has one regret
"If time was rewound I would do it all over again," says Muntazer al-Zaidi, whose protest brought him prison time but also hero status in his country.
Iraq's future 20 years after invasion
Monday marked 20 years since the U.S.-led ground invasion of Iraq began. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata joined John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss what has changed in the country in the two decades since the war started.
Iraq 20 years after the U.S. invasion
It has been two decades since the United States invaded Iraq, launching a yearslong war. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata, who covered the war from the beginning, reports from Baghdad on what the country looks like today.
U.S. invasion of Iraq, 20 years later
Monday marks 20 years since the start of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq. The war cost the lives of around 4,500 U.S. service members and hundreds of thousands of Iraqi civilians. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green from Baghdad to discuss.
20 years after the U.S.-led invasion, war-weary Iraqis find hope
Western forces quickly toppled Saddam Hussein's regime, but the invasion sparked a devastating civil war and gave rise to ISIS, so optimism has been hard to come by.
Marking 20 years since Iraq invasion
Sunday marks 20 years since the U.S. invasion of Iraq began. Charlie D'Agata takes a look back at the war.
Baghdad on the 20th anniversary of "shock and awe"
The U.S. aerial bombardment of Iraq began on March 19, 2003, a campaign that then-President George W. Bush described as "shock and awe." The takedown of Saddam Hussein's regime triggered a savage insurgency and brutal sectarian conflict, and led to the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Iraqis and nearly 4,500 U.S. military personnel.
A look back at the Iraq War 20 years later
It has been 20 years since the United States invaded Iraq, starting a years-long war that resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths and caused ripple effects throughout the region. Retired Major John Spencer, the chair of Urban Warfare Studies with the Modern War Institute at West Point, joins CBS News with his perspective and some of the lessons learned.
Nikki Haley slams potential GOP contenders, and Trump and George W. Bush
"Don't wait around for the guys who are sitting on the sidelines unable to make up their mind," Haley told donors at an exclusive Club for Growth retreat in Palm Beach Saturday.
Classified document search expands
Officials at the National Archives have reached out to six former administrations in an effort to ensure no more classified documents have been mishandled. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Bob Costa joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Verified Twitter accounts impersonate LeBron James, George W. Bush and others
Twitter users can now purchase the blue check feature. Some accounts have already begun exploiting it.
Conservative group sues to block Biden's student-loan relief plan
A new lawsuit claims the plan bypassed public input and doesn't address the true cause of debt — college costs.
Biden welcomes Obamas back to White House for portrait unveiling
It's been more than a decade since the Obamas welcomed George W. Bush back to the White House.
Tech grants cops "mass surveillance on a budget" — no warrant needed
Tracking tool "Fog Reveal," in use since 2018, allows cops to access phone IDs and follow people's movements.
Roland Mesnier, longtime White House pastry chef, dies at 78
The man who created often-magical desserts for five presidents and their guests as White House executive pastry chef has died at age 78.
Rand Paul blames McConnell's "secret deal" for sinking judicial nomination
The Kentucky Republican is accusing the Senate Republican leader of cutting a "secret deal" with the White House that fell apart.
FBI foils alleged ISIS plot to assassinate Bush
The FBI says it foiled a plot to assassinate former President George W. Bush. The Justice Department charged an Iraqi citizen living in Ohio, who allegedly planned to smuggle four ISIS operatives into the country to kill the former president. Catherine Herridge has the details.
Former U.S. Envoy to Afghanistan on Powell's lasting legacy
Zalmay Khalilzad shares the impression Powell left on his career.
Former CIA officer reflects on 9/11
Two decades after the deadliest attack on U.S. soil, CBS News spoke with some of the nation's top national security experts, CIA officers and intelligence insiders at that time in the CBS News Special "Race Against Time: The CIA and 9/11." Tracy Walder, a former CIA officer and FBI special agent, joined CBSN to discuss her work with both agencies before and after September 11, 2001.
On 9/11 anniversary, Bush warns of dangers of domestic extremism
While commemorating the 20th anniversary of 9/11, the former president warned "we have seen growing evidence that the dangers to our country can come not only across borders, but in violence that gathers within."
Bush warns of domestic extremism in 9/11 speech
Former President George W. Bush warned of the similarities between domestic and international extremism in a speech marking the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Speaking from Shanksville, Pennsylvanias, where United Airlines Flight 93 crashed, Mr. Bush said that "violence that gathers within" is equally as dangerous as extremists abroad. Watch his remarks.
Michael Moore talks Afghanistan withdrawal
The Taliban announced they have established an interim government in Afghanistan exactly one week after U.S. troops left the country. It comes as America prepares to mark 20 years since the attacks on September 11, 2001. Academy Award-winning filmmaker and podcast host Michael Moore joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
George W. Bush says U.S. must help Afghan refugees
Mr. Bush said the U.S. government "has the legal authority to cut the red tape for refugees during urgent humanitarian crises."
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Trump attorneys meet with special counsel at Justice Department
Several sources with knowledge of the investigation believe that a charging decision in the documents case involving former President Donald Trump is imminent.
Gas stove debate boils over in Congress this week
Soon after the rare bipartisan agreement on lifting the debt ceiling, Congress is now engaged in a fierce debate begins this week over the future of gas-fueled stoves in U.S. homes.
4 dead in Cessna Citation plane crash near D.C. Here's what we know.
The Federal Aviation Administration said a pilot and three passengers were killed in the crash. The plane was destroyed.
Robert Hanssen, FBI agent convicted of spying for Russia, dead at 79
Robert Hanssen, one of the most damaging spies in American history, was found dead in his prison cell.
Second plane carrying migrants lands in Sacramento
A group of 20 migrants arrived in Sacramento Monday, days after a flight carrying 16 migrants landed in the city. Officials linked both flights to the state of Florida.
Family of woman shot through door in Florida calls for arrest
Ajike "AJ" Owens, a mother of four, was fatally shot through a door after a dispute with her neighbor, police said. No arrests have been made, though officials say they know who fired the gun.
Mother of Virginia boy who shot teacher faces new federal charges
Deja Taylor, the mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot Abby Zwerner, his first-grade teacher, is accused of illegally using marijuana while in possession of a firearm.
Supreme Court agrees to hear fight over "Trump Too Small" trademark
At issue in the case, known as Vidal v. Elster, is whether the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office violated the First Amendment when it refused to register the mark "Trump Too Small."
Britain's Princess Eugenie gives birth to baby boy
Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank is Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's second son.
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Actors guild authorizes strike with contract set to expire
The vote does not mean the actors are on strike, but it empowers the union's board to call a strike if a deal can't be reached.
Mother of Virginia boy who shot teacher faces new federal charges
Deja Taylor, the mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot Abby Zwerner, his first-grade teacher, is accused of illegally using marijuana while in possession of a firearm.
Gas stove debate boils over in Congress this week
Soon after the rare bipartisan agreement on lifting the debt ceiling, Congress is now engaged in a fierce debate begins this week over the future of gas-fueled stoves in U.S. homes.
Second plane carrying migrants lands in Sacramento
A group of 20 migrants arrived in Sacramento Monday, days after a flight carrying 16 migrants landed in the city. Officials linked both flights to the state of Florida.
Family of woman shot through door in Florida calls for arrest
Ajike "AJ" Owens, a mother of four, was fatally shot through a door after a dispute with her neighbor, police said. No arrests have been made, though officials say they know who fired the gun.
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How to behave on an airplane during the "beast" of summer travel
A veteran flight attendant warns that "every flight will be very full." Here are some tips for keeping your calm during a trip.
Fortune releases list of top 10 biggest U.S. companies
America's largest company by revenue has held the title for more than a decade, according to Fortune 500 ranking.
Hollywood actors are preparing for a strike. Here's what that means.
Roughly 160,000 actors could walk out at the end of June, bringing nearly all TV and movie productions to a sudden halt.
Volkswagen relaunches microbus in North America as electric ID. Buzz
The reimagined electric van has a sunroof, leather interiors and a touch-screen infotainment system.
Dave Ramsey faces $150M suit for promoting company accused of fraud
Personal finance guru received up to $30 million for promoting timeshare exit company that failed to help customers, complaint alleges.
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Gas stove debate boils over in Congress this week
Soon after the rare bipartisan agreement on lifting the debt ceiling, Congress is now engaged in a fierce debate begins this week over the future of gas-fueled stoves in U.S. homes.
Robert Hanssen, FBI agent convicted of spying for Russia, dead at 79
Robert Hanssen, one of the most damaging spies in American history, was found dead in his prison cell.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Eight Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu says he won't run for president
Gov. Chris Sununu's decision to bow out of the 2024 race comes as the field of GOP candidates continues to grow.
Robert Kennedy Jr.'s Instagram account has been restored
More than a month after launching his presidential bid, Kennedy's Instagram account has been reinstated.
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Health firm wrongly told hundreds of people they might have cancer
Grail, a biotech firm that makes a blood test for detecting cancer, blamed the snafu on a technology glitch.
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Winter saw "large spike" in very rare pediatric brain infections, CDC reports
At least 102 were hospitalized in December, nearly double an earlier peak.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
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Britain's Princess Eugenie gives birth to baby boy
Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank is Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's second son.
Suspect in Natalee Holloway case to be transferred to U.S. this week
The prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Natalee Holloway will face fraud and extortion charges in relation to an alleged plot to sell false information to her family.
Natalee Holloway murder suspect "severely beaten" in Peru prison
Joran van der Sloot, in prison for another murder and awaiting temporary extradition to the U.S., was involved in "a fight between prisoners," his lawyer tells CBS News.
Frenchman's one-of-a-kind wooden car fetches a record price at auction
The Citroen 2CV is one of the most iconic cars ever to come out of France, but nobody had ever seen one quite like Michel Robillard's handcrafted masterpiece.
India train crash investigators to look at possibility of sabotage
India's top criminal investigation agency is likely to probe the disaster in Odisha, which was one of the deadliest rail crashes in the country's history.
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Actors guild authorizes strike with contract set to expire
The vote does not mean the actors are on strike, but it empowers the union's board to call a strike if a deal can't be reached.
Hollywood actors are preparing for a strike. Here's what that means.
Roughly 160,000 actors could walk out at the end of June, bringing nearly all TV and movie productions to a sudden halt.
Members of the hit-making group "TLC" on their enduring legacy
As they prepare for a new summer tour, Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas and Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins share memories of their group as they continue to make powerful connections with fans.
The "Barbie" movie used so much pink paint it caused a shortage
"But we delivered everything we could; they got it all," the film's paint supplier told CBS News.
Freddie Mercury memorabilia on display ahead of auction
Song lyrics Mercury scribbled on an old airline schedule reveal what "Bohemian Rhapsody" was almost titled.
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Apple unveils mixed reality headset
Apple unveiled a long-anticipated piece of hardware during its worldwide developers conference Monday. The new "Vision Pro" mixed-reality headset is the tech juggernaut's first foray into what it calls "spatial computing." Brian Heater, hardware editor at TechCrunch, joins CBS News to discuss the significance behind the headset and other highlights from the conference.
Apple unveils new VR headset
Apple gave the world the first look at its new Vision Pro headset. Carter Evans takes a look at whether the new product can succeed where other wearable tech has failed.
Here's what to know about Apple's debut virtual reality headset, Vision Pro
The headset, which blends the digital and physical worlds, marks Apple's first major new product since AirPods in 2016.
New products at Apple's WWDC event
Apple unveiled several new products at Monday's highly-anticipated annual Worldwide Developers Conference. James Clayton, a technology reporter for the BBC in North America, shares some highlights.
TSA expands controversial facial recognition program
As possible record-setting crowds fill airports nationwide, passengers may encounter new technology at TSA checkpoints.
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Scientists find potential predator that can kill spotted lanternflies
Authorities have urged people to do whatever they can to stop the invasive species known as the spotted lanternfly from spreading.
Multiple rare sightings of wolverine in California confirmed
In the last century, only two wolverines were spotted in California.
Phoenix limits construction amid water crisis
Arizona is limiting new construction around Phoenix as the state's water supply continues to dwindle. State officials say there isn't enough groundwater for housing construction that's already been approved. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
South Dakota zoo welcomes litter of "critically endangered" red wolves
A litter of six red wolf pups, a highly endangered species of which there are only about two dozen in the wild, was born at the Great Plains Zoo in South Dakota on Thursday.
Atlantic hurricane season officially begins
The Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun and forecasters are already watching some activity in the Gulf. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson joins with a preview of the season, and national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez investigates Florida's flood insurance crisis.
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Mother of Virginia boy who shot teacher faces new federal charges
Deja Taylor, the mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot Abby Zwerner, his first-grade teacher, is accused of illegally using marijuana while in possession of a firearm.
Suspect in Natalee Holloway case to be transferred to U.S. this week
The prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Natalee Holloway will face fraud and extortion charges in relation to an alleged plot to sell false information to her family.
Natalee Holloway murder suspect "severely beaten" in Peru prison
Joran van der Sloot, in prison for another murder and awaiting temporary extradition to the U.S., was involved in "a fight between prisoners," his lawyer tells CBS News.
Portland police deny "online rumors" linking deaths to serial killer
Speculation on social media and in news articles that the deaths of six women in and around Portland are connected is "not supported by the facts," the Portland Police Bureau said Sunday.
Woman accused of trying to order hit on wife of man she met on dating app
Melody Sasser is charged with murder for hire, according to the federal court complaint.
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SpaceX launches space station resupply mission
The Dragon carries needed crew supplies and equipment, along with two roll-out solar array blankets.
New Webb telescope images reveal center of far-off galaxy
One of the new images, part of an "astronomical treasure trove" reveal asteroid tails shooting across the far-off galaxy.
Livestream captures images of Mars
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
A strawberry moon will take the night sky this weekend. Here's how to see it.
Around the world, people can catch a sweet treat in the night sky this weekend.
For first time ever, a near livestream of Mars
Up until Friday, all images seen of the planet were technically of its past.
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Woman poisoned with cheesecake; lookalike convicted of attempted murder
See the details of the bizarre case.
Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
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Eye on America: Barack Obama's initiative
In Chicago, we sit down for an exclusive interview with former President Barack Obama to talk about the latest My Brother's Keeper initiative, gun violence in the U.S. and his legacy. Then in Buffalo, New York, we revisit the community impacted by the supermarket shooting one year later. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Apple unveils mixed reality headset
Apple unveiled a long-anticipated piece of hardware during its worldwide developers conference Monday. The new "Vision Pro" mixed-reality headset is the tech juggernaut's first foray into what it calls "spatial computing." Brian Heater, hardware editor at TechCrunch, joins CBS News to discuss the significance behind the headset and other highlights from the conference.
Actors voting on strike authorization
Hollywood actors may soon be joining writers on the picket line. The Screen Actors Guild is set to announce whether its members have authorized a possible strike. Gene Maddaus, senior media reporter for Variety, joins CBS News to discuss the issues unfolding in the film and TV industry.
Flight carrying migrants lands in Sacramento
A second flight carrying migrants landed in California's capital Monday. It's not clear who exactly is responsible, but California's governor blames Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. CBS News Sacramento reporter Madisen Keavy joins with the latest.
Where Mike Pence fits in GOP 2024 field
Former Vice President Mike Pence on Monday filed the paperwork declaring his candidacy for president of the United States. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins to discuss the role Pence could play in the 2024 presidential race.