Expert panel reaffirms directed energy could be behind "Havana Syndrome"
A declassified summary of an expert panel's findings found that the mysterious neurological condition may be "plausibly" explained by pulsed, electromagnetic energy.
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A declassified summary of an expert panel's findings found that the mysterious neurological condition may be "plausibly" explained by pulsed, electromagnetic energy.
The CIA has determined that a majority of cases of the mysterious neurological illness known as "Havana Syndrome" were not caused by a foreign adversary. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joined CBSN to discuss the details of the interim report.
Two dozen cases remain "unresolved" and will be the focus of "active and intense investigation," a senior CIA official said.
American diplomats and intelligence officers around the world continue to report symptoms.
A group of lawmakers is calling on Secretary of State Antony Blinken to do more to address an increasing number of Havana Syndrome cases among U.S. officials. In a letter obtained by CBS News, they call the situation a "significant, unmitigated threat to our national security." Suspected cases of Havana Syndrome have been reported in several countries in recent weeks. Intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Bipartisan group of senators demands "heightened engagement" from Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
The new law authorizes compensation for U.S. personnel and requires regular updates to Congress.
The departure comes amid simmering frustration among diplomats who have been affected by "Havana Syndrome."
The bill authorizes government agencies to pay personnel who suffered from injuries related to Havana Syndrome while on the job.
The officer traveling with CIA Director William Burns sought medical care in India, in the latest case to stoke concern about the mystery illness.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has urged people to report symptoms of the so-called "Havana Syndrome" as soon as possible. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge discusses her reporting with Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue."
Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a memo that a number of defense staff have reported "sudden and troubling sensory events."
Vice President Kamala Harris' trip to Vietnam was briefly delayed after reports of "Havana Syndrome" cases, while Japan extended its state of emergency. German police are investigating an attempted murder by poisoning at a university. CBS News' Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with more on these and other world headlines.
President Joe Biden says the U.S. is on track to withdraw thousands of troops from Afghanistan by August 31. Over the past 24 hours, officials say they've evacuated about 19,000 people. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN to discuss the president's decision, the Supreme Court's ruling on former President Donald Trump's "Remain in Mexico" immigration policy and Vice President Kamala Harris' trip to Vietnam.
Vice President Kamala Harris' trip to Vietnam was temporarily delayed after her delegation was made aware of an "anomalous health incident" in Hanoi. The incident was consistent with previous reported cases of "Havana Syndrome," a senior State Department official told CBS News.
A senior State Department official confirmed the incident affected multiple individuals and is consistent with reported cases of "Havana Syndrome."
Even after months of intensified effort by multiple government agencies, evidence pinpointing the origin of the illness remains inconclusive.
The CIA is tapping the lead officer involved in the hunt for Osama bin Laden to find the cause of "Havana Syndrome." The mysterious illness has impacted diplomats and spies in Cuba, China, Austria, Russia, and even Washington. Byron Tau, a national security and law enforcement reporter for the Wall Street Journal, shares the latest in the investigation.
Several U.S. officials, intelligence officers and diplomats stationed in Vienna have reported symptoms of the so-called "Havana Syndrome." CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about the investigation into who and what may be causing this.
A former CIA intelligence officer shares his struggle with a mysterious illness that first affected federal employees in Cuba in 2016. There have been at least 130 suspected cases of "Havana Syndrome," some of which go back decades. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joined CBSN with more.
There are growing suspicions that Russian intelligence offices are behind a mysterious illness called "Havana Syndrome." CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge spoke to a former CIA officer who says he was a victim. She joins CBSN AM to discuss what lawmakers are doing to help.
Some U.S. officials suspect the so-called Havana Syndrome could be an unintentional byproduct of foreign efforts to collect intelligence from U.S. government employees' electronic devices. Catherine Herridge spoke with a former CIA officer who says he was also a victim.
Retired intelligence officer calls mysterious and debilitating neurological symptoms affecting State and Defense Department personnel "an act of war against U.S. officials."
Lawmakers are hoping President Biden will bring up the mysterious illness known as "Havana Syndrome," suspected to be causing brain injuries in U.S. diplomatic staff, when he meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin next week. Many suspect Russia could be behind the attacks. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN AM to discuss.
The legislation authorizes more compensation for injured State Department and CIA employees.
Hunter Hess said "there is so much that is great about America, but there are always things that could be better," a day after President Trump lashed out at him.
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
"Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie issued a plea for the public's help on Monday at what she called "an hour of desperation" in the search for her mother, Nancy.
The U.S. military struck its 39th alleged drug-carrying boat on Monday, killing two people and leaving one survivor who is now the focus of a search-and-rescue effort.
The Justice Department is moving to toss out its case against former Trump adviser Steve Bannon, who was jailed for declining to testify before the House Jan. 6 panel.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Google and Pepsi were among the best ads of the Big Game, while Coinbase and ai.com got failing grades, according to one ranking.
Taming runaway U.S. beef prices will require more than stepping up imports, economists said. Here's the key to cutting costs.
Here is a look at where the medal count stands for Team USA and other nations as the competition heats up in the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
President Trump said Monday he would block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Canada "until the United States is fully compensated for everything we have given them."
A federal judge has blocked a California law from going into effect that would ban federal immigration agents from covering their faces but they will still be required to wear clear identification showing their agency and badge number.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
The Justice Department is moving to toss out its case against former Trump adviser Steve Bannon, who was jailed for declining to testify before the House Jan. 6 panel.
Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
ChatGPT will clearly distinguish between ads and answers to user prompts on the AI platform, according to OpenAI.
Taming runaway U.S. beef prices will require more than stepping up imports, economists said. Here's the key to cutting costs.
New items, such as a strawberry matcha loaf, represent the chain's latest effort to boost sales as part of its "Back to Starbucks" campaign.
Olympic medals have what's known as a "melt value." But they're worth far more financially than their mineral contents, an auction expert notes.
The U.S. military struck its 39th alleged drug-carrying boat on Monday, killing two people and leaving one survivor who is now the focus of a search-and-rescue effort.
President Trump said Monday he would block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Canada "until the United States is fully compensated for everything we have given them."
A federal judge has blocked a California law from going into effect that would ban federal immigration agents from covering their faces but they will still be required to wear clear identification showing their agency and badge number.
U.S. Olympian Hunter Hess said "there is so much that is great about America, but there are always things that could be better," a day after President Trump lashed out at him.
The Justice Department is moving to toss out its case against former Trump adviser Steve Bannon, who was jailed for declining to testify before the House Jan. 6 panel.
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
U.S. Olympian Hunter Hess said "there is so much that is great about America, but there are always things that could be better," a day after President Trump lashed out at him.
Here is a look at where the medal count stands for Team USA and other nations as the competition heats up at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Taming runaway U.S. beef prices will require more than stepping up imports, economists said. Here's the key to cutting costs.
Team USA's mixed doubles curling gold medal match against Sweden is slated for Tuesday, Feb. 10.
Skier Tallulah Proulx, 17, was raised in the U.S., but she's making Olympic history as the Philippines' first female, and youngest athlete in any Winter Games.
Just 30 seconds of highly coveted commercial airtime during the Super Bowl costs as much as $10 million, according to CBS News MoneyWatch. Bill Pearce, marketing faculty member at The University of California, Berkeley, joins to discuss some of the ads from Super Bowl LX.
Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show included superstar surprise guests and a message of unity and cultural celebration. While many praised the performance, President Trump took to social media to criticize the show. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins with analysis.
The Super Bowl is a football game, an entertainment spectacle, a global billboard and a crucible of American political discord. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Ingrid Fajaro, a staff writer at Billboard, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss the cultural impact of Bad Bunny's halftime performance at Super Bowl LX.
Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
Opening statements began Monday in Los Angeles in a landmark trial over alleged social media addiction in children. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
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.
ChatGPT will clearly distinguish between ads and answers to user prompts on the AI platform, according to OpenAI.
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
A second ransom deadline passed Monday for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Nancy Guthrie. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports on the search and former FBI special agent Jeff Harp joins to discuss the situation.
The children of Nancy Guthrie, including "Today" show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, are praying for signs of life more than a week after their mother disappeared. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more from Tucson, Arizona.
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Monday, pleading for the public's help in finding her mother, Nancy. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
"Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie posted a new video Monday pleading for the public's help in the search for her missing mother, Nancy. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has more.
Police say one person is in custody after at least one person was shot at a Maryland high school on Monday. CBS affiliate WUSA reports.
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
"Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie issued a plea for the public's help at what she called "an hour of desperation." As Jonathan Vigliotti reports, the search for her missing mom, Nancy Guthrie, has entered its second week with few new leads and no new suspects.
Just 30 seconds of highly coveted commercial airtime during the Super Bowl costs as much as $10 million, according to CBS News MoneyWatch. Bill Pearce, marketing faculty member at The University of California, Berkeley, joins to discuss some of the ads from Super Bowl LX.
Nick Emmanwori just won it all in his rookie season as a safety with the Seattle Seahawks, and his mom was somewhere in that cheering crowd of 70,000. But Justina Emmanwori is not your typical football mom. Tony Dokoupil has more on her viral interview.
Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show included superstar surprise guests and a message of unity and cultural celebration. While many praised the performance, President Trump took to social media to criticize the show. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins with analysis.
Ghislaine Maxwell, a longtime associate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein who herself was convicted of sex trafficking in 2021, invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination and refused to answer questions during a virtual appearance before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. Scott MacFarlane reports.