Why is there a fuel shortage in Gaza?
Humanitarian agencies are warning that the lack of fuel in the Gaza Strip is causing its health system to break down amid the Israeli siege.
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Antisemitic incidents on the rise, ADL finds
Threats against Jewish, Muslim and Arab communities in the U.S. are on the rise since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Antisemitic incidents saw a staggering 388% increase, according to numbers released Wednesday by the Anti-Defamation League, while the Council on American Islamic Relations reported nearly 800 anti-Muslim incidents since Oct. 7, the highest in nearly eight years. Jeff Pegues has more.
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Fuel blockade threatens to halt Gaza aid; Meta sued by dozens of states.
Biden welcomes Australian prime minister
President Biden welcomed Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to the White House for a state visit on Wednesday as the crisis in Israel and Gaza continues to dominate foreign policy. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Gaza facing major fuel shortage, U.N. says
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called for a humanitarian ceasefire to end the "epic suffering" in Gaza. Despite the appeal, Israel is continuing its bombing campaign of the Palestinian territory run by Hamas, and the prospect of an Israeli ground invasion of Gaza still looms. CBS News reporter Haley Ott has the latest on the Israeli military's operations and the U.N.'s warning about a fuel shortage in Gaza.
Biden urges two-state solution in Middle East
In a joint news conference with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, President Biden said the future of the Middle East should include a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and Middle East Institute president Paul Salem join "America Decides" to examine Mr. Biden's comments.
The House has a speaker again — what now?
The House on Wednesday elected Republican Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana as speaker after three weeks of dysfunction. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Robert Costa unpack what happens next.
Bank of Israel trims economic growth outlook
The Bank of Israel says it expects the nation's economy to slow amid the ongoing war with Hamas. For now, Israel is seeing an increase in defense spending as well as increases in support for local businesses and its citizens. Liz Alderman, the chief European business correspondent for The New York Times, joined CBS News to discuss the economic forecast.
Clashes in West Bank amid Israel-Hamas war
Palestinian officials say an Israeli drone strike on the West Bank killed three people and injured more than 20 others. That came after Israeli forces conducting a raid in the territory came under fire near the Jenin refugee camp. Meanwhile, another convoy of aid trucks entered Gaza Tuesday night from Egypt, but not included in the aid was much-needed fuel. The U.N. says it may be forced to halt operations in the enclave due to a lack of fuel. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has more.
Hamas' tunnels and Israel's ground invasion
Israeli troops and weaponry are lined along the Gaza border ahead of an expected ground invasion in the wake of Hamas' terror attack nearly three weeks ago. Retired Army Major John Spencer joined CBS News to discuss how Hamas' vast network of tunnels could play a role in an Israeli offensive.
Civilian group protecting Israeli kibbutz
CBS News foreign correspondent Deborah Patta visited a kibbutz where a small civilian group defended the community for hours when Hamas militants attacked on Oct. 7. The kibbutz has been evacuated, but the men say they still patrol it daily.
Civilians patrol kibbutz near Gaza border
CBS News' Debora Patta talks with armed civilian guards who are protecting the evacuated Kibbutz Reim near Israel's border with Gaza. They say they won't feel safe until Hamas has been destroyed.
U.N. calls for cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war
Hamas officials in Gaza say more than 700 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes in 24 hours. The United Nations says a third of Gaza's hospitals have stopped functioning. CBS News' Holly Williams reports from East Jerusalem.
Many Israeli civilians flee as front-line towns brace for more violence
The Israel-Hamas war has driven thousands of people from their homes, including in shell-shocked, front-line Israeli towns where people are bracing for more violence.
Israel says it struck Syrian military sites
The Israeli military said it struck military infrastructure in Syria in response to Syrian rocket attacks. And Israel has called for U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres' resignation after he said Hamas' terror attack "did not happen in a vacuum." CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has more.
Why did Hamas attack Israel, and why now?
The Iran-backed Palestinian faction Hamas knew its unprecedented terror attack on Israel would draw a devastating response, so why did it strike?
If Israel does "destroy Hamas," who will lead the Palestinians in Gaza?
For decades, Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank have had 2 main political options: Hamas or Fatah. Can either be viable after this war?
U.S. intelligence: "Motor failure" of Palestinian rocket caused hospital blast
U.S. officials said no evidence has emerged that Israeli munitions were the source of the blast.
Israel ramps up airstrikes on Gaza
Israel has intensified its air attacks on Gaza ahead of an expected ground invasion. Gaza's Hamas-run Ministry of Health said an overnight attack Tuesday alone killed more than 700 people. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Blinken's message to United Nations on war
Secretary of State Antony Blinken addressed the United Nations Security Council Tuesday. He called for the release of hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza and for the protection of civilians caught in the middle of Israel's war with the terrorist organization. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
The dangers of reporting from Gaza
As Israel continues pummeling the Gaza Strip with airstrikes, most journalists are reporting from outside the Palestinian territory. Marwan Al Ghoul, a CBS News producer who lives in Gaza, has been risking his life to report on the conflict. Holly Williams has the story.
Inside the IDF's urban warfare training
A ground invasion of the Gaza Strip appears to be on hold for the time being, but Israeli forces are still preparing for the next stage of the war with Hamas. Tony Dokoupil got an inside look at Tze'elim Base, where infantry are training for urban warfare in a simulated Gaza.
Freed Israeli hostage explains why she shook a Hamas militant's hand
Yocheved Lifshitz, 85, says she "went through hell" being taken hostage by Hamas, but after 2 weeks in captivity, she shook one of the militants' hands.
Freed Israeli speaks about time as Hamas hostage
Yocheved Lifshitz, one of the Israeli hostages released by Hamas, said she "went through hell" and was beaten the day she was captured. But when asked why she shook the hand of a Hamas gunman when she was freed, she said they treated her with "softness and supplied all my needs." Charlie D'Agata has the latest on the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
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Newly freed hostage describes Hamas kidnapping, captivity and network of tunnels; Drugstore numbers dwindling nationwide.
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Trump to meet Netanyahu as his threat to resume strikes looms over Iran
Trump will meet Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu as the U.S. and Iran hold their fire amid work toward a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Watch Live: Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered in Washington ceremonies today
President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and later, his close ally.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than 1,000 pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what's likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
People trapped and injured after powerful earthquake strikes Japan
A powerful earthquake hit southern Japan, causing injuries according to the country's prime minister, with some people reportedly trapped in a damaged mall.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
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Biden tapes released after legal battle, with references to classified material
Audio recordings that former President Joe Biden fought for years to keep private have now been released.
Trump asks Supreme Court to step into dispute over mail-in ballot executive order
A federal appeals court on Sunday left in place a lower court decision that blocked implementation of key parts of President Trump's executive order.
Johnson & Johnson offers $5.5 billion to settle talc lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson has offered $5.5 billion to settle tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming its baby powder and other talcum powder products caused ovarian cancer, the company says.
Bryan Kohberger challenges conviction in Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger, the man serving multiple life sentences for the murders of four University of Idaho students, filed a petition for post-conviction relief Monday.
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Watch Live: Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered in Washington ceremonies today
President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and later, his close ally.
In Michigan Senate Democratic debate, Stevens and El-Sayed spar over outside spending
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than a thousand pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what is likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
Georgia man who ran toward Capitol with shotgun pleads guilty
Prosecutors say Carter Camacho of Smyrna, Georgia, told police officers who apprehended him outside the Capitol that he intended to confront members of Congress and "scare them into speaking the truth."
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Johnson & Johnson offers $5.5 billion to settle talc lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson has offered $5.5 billion to settle tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming its baby powder and other talcum powder products caused ovarian cancer, the company says.
Taylor Farms CEO pressed by lawmaker over cyclospora outbreak
Rep. Robert Garcia is seeking information about whether Taylor Farms used White House ties to influence the federal response to the foodborne illness outbreak.
Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
The biggest weather risk for homeowners? It's no longer hurricanes.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
Coca-Cola resumes Fairlife milk production after ransomware attack
Coca-Cola restarts production of Fairlife brand milk after a ransomware attack forced it to halt operations at several factories.
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Judge orders immigration officials to free key witness in deadly ICE shooting
A federal judge ordered U.S. immigration authorities to release a key witness in the fatal shooting of a Mexican homebuilder by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston.
Watch Live: Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered in Washington ceremonies today
President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and later, his close ally.
In Michigan Senate Democratic debate, Stevens and El-Sayed spar over outside spending
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than a thousand pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what is likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
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Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Cyclospora outbreak impact on eating habits
Amid the outbreak of cyclospora, a CBS News poll finds 40% of Americans say they are buying or eating less produce. Nearly half of those polled say they have little or no confidence in the FDA to deal with the outbreak. Carter Evans reports.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of cyclosporiasis, caused by a parasite, have been reported in 41 states. The outbreak comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff; disbanded a national advisory committee on how to prevent microbial contamination in food; winnowed down an early-warning surveillance program for specific pathogens; and further delayed a rule that would have required tracing contaminants from field to store. Correspondent David Pogue talks with experts who see the current compromises of food safety as "a national wake-up call."
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Woman murdered in 1936 and buried under building is finally identified
Police have finally identified the remains of a woman murdered nearly a century ago and buried beneath a building in Toronto.
Widow of murdered mayor arrested in extortion case in Mexico
Valentin Lavin, who was allied with President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, was shot and killed during a town hall.
People trapped and injured after powerful earthquake strikes Japan
A powerful earthquake hit southern Japan, seriously damaging a shopping mall where there are reportedly many people trapped and some dead.
Friend describes last known movements of missing American in Grenada
American Elizabeth Waddell was last seen on July 22 while visiting the tiny Caribbean island of Grenada.
Knife attack in Paris thwarted by quick-thinking bystander, witness says
Officials say the motive behind a violent attack on three women in Paris is unclear, but the suspect shouted incoherently after being tackled by bystanders.
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William Shatner, daughter on cancer journeys
Legendary actor William Shatner and his daughter Melanie Shatner Gretsch are opening up about their battles with stage 4 cancer nearly at the same time as each other. Both are now cancer-free and share how they helped each other through the challenging time.
Ariana Grande sues alleged hackers
In a new lawsuit, Ariana Grande alleges unidentified hackers caused "irreparable harm" to her career and stole her unreleased music, photos and videos. She's asking the court to force internet providers to identify them.
"The Odyssey" movie sparking interest in book
Moviegoers are turning out in droves for the IMAX spectacle "The Odyssey," but they're also flocking to something else: the 2,700-year-old source material. Matt Gutman has more.
Comedian Jeff Arcuri talks new special
Comedian Jeff Arcuri became a sensation on social media after more than a decade of performing at comedy clubs. He talks about his debut stand-up special, "Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You," his comedy reaching new audiences and a time when crowd work didn't go as expected.
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
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Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
Theaters score with themed popcorn buckets
Bradley Blackburn visits gets a taste of the custom popcorn buckets from movies like "The Odyssey" that are driving fans crazy.
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.
Brands cash in on AI influencers
A growing number of faces on your feeds are generated by artificial intelligence, and brands are buying in. Increasingly, these AI influencers are marketing products, often deceptively, to consumers. Shanelle Kaul has more.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Extremism expert on Berlin Pride attack
Authorities say the suspect who attacked Berlin's Pride event was known to German police for other crimes. Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler of the Counter Extremism Project speaks on German efforts to monitor extremists, and CBS News' Bradley Blackburn takes a look at German data on hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people.
Woman murdered in 1936 and buried under building is finally identified
Police have finally identified the remains of a woman murdered nearly a century ago and buried beneath a building in Toronto.
Bryan Kohberger challenges his conviction
Bryan Kohberger, the man sentenced for the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students, pleaded guilty last year as part of a deal. Now, he wants to take back his guilty plea and go to trial. Jericka Duncan reports.
Widow of murdered mayor arrested in extortion case in Mexico
Valentin Lavin, who was allied with President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, was shot and killed during a town hall.
Kohberger says he was misled into guilty plea
Bryan Kohberger is claiming he was misled when he pleaded guilty to the 2022 murders of four Idaho college students. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the latest development in the case.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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Extremism expert on Berlin Pride attack
Authorities say the suspect who attacked Berlin's Pride event was known to German police for other crimes. Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler of the Counter Extremism Project speaks on German efforts to monitor extremists, and CBS News' Bradley Blackburn takes a look at German data on hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people.
Ruby Chen shares memories of Lindsey Graham
Ruby Chen, the father of slain Israeli-American IDF soldier Itay Chen, shares his experiences with the late Sen. Lindsey Graham after the October 7, 2023, attacks.
Lindsey Graham's casket enters the Capitol
Lindsey Graham's casket arrived at the U.S. Capitol as attendees pay their respects to the late senator. CBS News' Taurean Small has more on Graham's legacy.
Wildfires scorch Spain and France
Firefighters in Spain and France are battling some of the worst wildfires western Europe has ever seen with more hot and dry weather anticipated. Ramy Inocencio reports.
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