Iranian archer: "No regrets" for protesting, despite being shot in eye
"I am never sad about what happened," Kosar Khoshnoudikia told a London-based TV channel. "I lost some things, but I gained a lot."
Human rights
U.N. women press Taliban on rights, but visit marred by "a mistake"
Two senior, Muslim women from the global body visited Afghanistan to push the hardline group to restore women's rights. Not everyone they met was willing to engage.
British government to add trans people to bill banning "conversion therapy"
The proposed legislation would outlaw "conversion" practices targeting people based on their sexuality or gender, officials said Tuesday.
Afghan cricket team faces backlash over perceived support for Taliban
Senior team members say "politics" shouldn't interfere with sports, but Afghan women who've lost virtually all of their rights say it's not politics, it's "life."
Tempered hope as India's top court takes up same-sex marriage
The Supreme Court has taken collective ownership of a handful of legal petitions to lower courts seeking recognition of same-sex marriage, but activists see an uphill battle.
Some of the dreams "ruined" by the Taliban's ban on women at college
One young woman told CBS News she felt "dead inside" when Afghanistan's hardline rulers brought back the status quo from before their 20-year war with America.
LGBTQ rights activist's body found stuffed in a metal box on roadside
Police in Kenya, where sex between men is illegal, say they're investigating, but "don't know for now why he was killed that way."
Taliban bans women from university education
The Taliban has banned women and girls in Afghanistan from attending universities. Despite initially promising otherwise, it is just the latest in a stark rollback of freedoms for women, which started when the Taliban took control in 2021. Investigative journalist Ramita Navai, who made the PBS Frontline documentary "Afghanistan Undercover," joined CBS News to discuss what this rule means for Afghanistan, and the reality of life for women and girls living under Taliban rule.
Harry and Meghan win human rights award before Netlfix documentary drops
"They've talked about racial justice and they've talked about mental illness in a way that was incredibly brave," Kerry Kennedy said.
Russian President Vladimir Putin signs expanded anti-LGBTQ+ law
All positive depictions of the LGBTQ+ community in literature, film, television, online and more will now be illegal in Russia.
Iranian soccer star arrested for criticizing government
Voria Ghafouri, a former member of Iran's national soccer team, has been an outspoken critic of Iranian authorities.
German World Cup players cover mouths in protest of "One Love" armbands ban
The gesture was a response to FIFA's effective nixing of seven European teams' plans to wear armbands that were seen as a rebuke to host nation Qatar and its human rights record.
Qatar's same-sex relationship ban sparks outrage
Many players and fans of the World Cup are taking issue with host country Qatar’s ban on same-sex relationships — and also with soccer star David Beckham’s decision to promote the country’s competition.
World Cup used to promote inclusion, human rights
Both players and fans are using the World Cup stage as an opportunity to highlight issues of inclusion and human rights, including LGBTQ+ rights in host nation Qatar and the ongoing anti-regime protests in Iran.
Economics of the World Cup in Qatar
The World Cup presents a major opportunity for host country Qatar to boost its tourism industry, although controversies over human rights concerns are complicating its potential. Ann Berry, founder of Threadneedle Ventures, joins CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak to discuss the economics of the massive tournament.
Blinken calls FIFA's World Cup ban on "One Love" armband "concerning"
The U.S. diplomat jabbed soccer's governing body over "restrictions on freedom of expression" as he visited the World Cup host nation, where homosexuality can draw a death penalty.
As Taliban doles out lashings, crackdown on Afghan women and girls continues
Public beatings, unexplained arrests of female activists and a litany of new restrictions are all part of the Taliban's bid "to forcefully silence women."
Controversial Qatar FIFA World Cup kicks off
The FIFA World Cup got underway Sunday and Team USA will launch their campaign against Wales later on Monday. The Middle East's first World Cup has been plagued by international criticism directed at Qatar's human rights record and the working conditions of the migrant labor force who helped build the stadiums. Roxana Saberi reports from Doha.
"Hundreds of workers" died to build Qatar World Cup, rights group says
Qatar is one of the world's wealthiest nations, but a migrant worker tells CBS News he had "no rights" when he went to work there. Others didn't even survive.
The migrant workers who built the World Cup
A human rights group tells CBS News hundreds of migrant workers have died while building the World Cup stadiums. Holly Williams has more.
Report: At least 32 transgender people killed in U.S. this year
The latest annual report from the Human Rights Campaign acknowledges that the death toll is likely underreported.
Jailed Egyptian activist's family says there's proof he's alive
His lawyers and U.K. government representatives, however, have not been allowed to visit him in prison.
Jailed Egypt activist's sister appeals to Biden: "Don't fail us"
"You can save Alaa, and you can show that there is some hope and potential for common sense, freedom, democracy," Sanaa Seif said, appealing directly to the U.S. leader.
Family told hunger striking activist given "medical intervention"
Pressure has mounted on Egypt to free the prominent activist as the country hosts COP27, but his family could instead face new persecution.
U.N. calls on Egypt to "immediately" free hunger striking activist
The head of the U.N.'s human rights office says activist Alaa Abdel-Fattah's life "is in great danger."
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Suspected Chinese spy balloon spotted over U.S. skies, Pentagon says
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley recommended not shooting it down due to danger from debris, a senior defense official said.
House votes to kick Rep. Ilhan Omar off Foreign Affairs Committee
The vote on the resolution to remove the Minnesota Democrat from the panel was 218 to 211, falling strictly along party lines.
New Jersey councilwoman shot and killed in vehicle outside her home
An active homicide investigation is underway after 30-year-old Eunice Dwumfour died in a fatal shooting on Wednesday.
Woman sentenced after pleading guilty to 2019 murder of Heidi Broussard
Fieramusca, who waived her right to appeal, was sentenced to 55 years in prison, Travis County District Attorney José Garza said in a statement on Thursday.
Warner, Rubio renew call for briefing on Biden, Trump classified documents
Sens. Mark Warner and Marco Rubio renewed demand that their committee be briefed on classified documents found at Trump and Biden residences, and expanded request to include documents found in former Vice President Pence's possession.
Woman mistakenly pronounced dead was found alive in body bag, report says
The 66-year-old unidentified woman was pronounced dead by a nurse on Jan. 3, but was found alive hours later.
Pence to meet with South Carolina law enforcement amid policing reform talks in Congress
He'll be visiting South Carolina just nine days before former Gov. Nikki Haley is expected to announce her White House bid.
Scientists hope lab-grown coral can save endangered Florida Keys reef
An outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease threatens to destroy 20 of the 45 species in the world's third-largest coral reef.
Wrongful death lawsuit against Kyle Rittenhouse can proceed, judge rules
The lawsuit was brought by the father of Anthony Huber, one of two men shot and killed by Rittenhouse in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in 2020.
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New Jersey synagogue arson suspect charged and held without bail
Nicholas Malindretos is charged with attempted use of fire to damage and destroy a building, and could face up to 20 years in prison.
TikToker arrested after allegedly faking a cancer diagnosis and collecting more than $37K in donations
The suspect, 19-year-old Madison Russo, allegedly tricked more than 439 donors into believing that she had leukemia, pancreatic cancer and a football-sized tumor wrapped around her spine, the police said.
Scientists hope lab-grown coral can save endangered Florida Keys reef
An outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease threatens to destroy 20 of the 45 species in the world's third-largest coral reef.
Dems denounce Republican vote to remove Ilhan Omar from House committee
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota was voted out of her committee assignment over previous remarks that were deemed antisemitic.
Pence to meet with South Carolina law enforcement amid policing reform talks in Congress
He'll be visiting South Carolina just nine days before former Gov. Nikki Haley is expected to announce her White House bid.
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Scientists in China are cloning "super cows"
The cloned animals are capable of producing 18 tons of milk a year, or 50% more than a typical American cow.
Wall Street jumps as technology stocks bounce back
Tech stocks and a surge for Facebook's parent company led the market higher as investors look past interest rate hikes.
4 oil companies had total sales of $1 trillion last year
Record profits and a growing climate crisis have renewed calls for a tax on fossil-fuel companies.
Here are the states Americans are moving to — and why
Hundreds of thousands of Americans moved last year. The reason? Think housing costs, jobs and taxes.
Microsoft rolling out ChatGPT-powered Teams for $7 a month
After investing billions in AI-chatbot, the tech company is already using it to help improve consumers' work patterns.
Politics
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Dems denounce Republican vote to remove Ilhan Omar from House committee
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota was voted out of her committee assignment over previous remarks that were deemed antisemitic.
Pence to meet with South Carolina law enforcement amid policing reform talks in Congress
He'll be visiting South Carolina just nine days before former Gov. Nikki Haley is expected to announce her White House bid.
Suspected Chinese spy balloon spotted over U.S. skies, Pentagon says
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley recommended not shooting it down due to danger from debris, a senior defense official said.
Biden urges unity at overhauled National Prayer Breakfast
For decades, the event was overseen by the International Foundation, a Christian organization that has drawn increasing scrutiny over the years.
Bill Clinton marks 3 decades of Family and Medical Leave Act at White House
"After all these years, I still have more people mention the Family Leave Act to me than any other specific thing I did," the former president said.
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EzriCare recalls eye drops linked to infections
EzriCare Artificial Tears are being recalled after health officials say at least five people lost their vision after using the eye drops. Dozens of people came down with a bacterial infection that is highly resistant to antibiotics.
Millions on Medicaid face coverage cliff as pandemic aid ends
Millions of low-income Americans are at risk of losing health coverage, threatening their access to medical care.
Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
GoodRx shared consumer health data with Facebook, Google, FTC says
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
15 students in Mexico treated after taking part in tranquilizer "challenge"
Mexico's Health Department warned about the social media challenge, dubbed "the last one to fall asleep wins."
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30-year-old Bobi breaks record for world's oldest dog ever
Bobi is a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo, a breed known for protecting livestock.
Colombian judge uses ChatGPT in ruling on child's medical rights case
Judge Juan Manuel Padilla did not specify how much he relied on the bot to write his opinion.
Australia decides it won't put King Charles III on its banknotes
Australian cash has carried the image of the British monarch for 100 years, but Charles won't replace his mom on the last banknote bearing her likeness.
Iranian arms shipment bound for Yemen's rebels is seized, U.S. says
Thousands of assault weapons and almost two dozen advanced anti-tank missiles were recovered, American defense officials said.
Jewish settler population in the West Bank hits a "huge hallmark"
"We're here to stay," said one advocate, predicting a new settlement surge under Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right coalition.
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Ukrainian ballet company makes U.S. debut
The men and women of the United Ukrainian Ballet company will make their U.S. debut in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night. For their members, the stage is a refuge from the horrors of war. Christina Ruffini has more.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees announced
A diverse group of musicians were nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday, including Cyndi Lauper, George Michael, Rage Against the Machine, Willie Nelson and Missy Elliott.
Missy Elliott, Cyndi Lauper, Sheryl Crow among new Rock Hall of Fame nominees
Over half of this year's potential inductees are nominated for the first time, including Elliott, Lauper, Crow, Willie Nelson and more.
Beyoncé announces Renaissance world tour
The star announced dozens of tour dates around the world this year. Here's what we know so far.
Ozzy Osbourne is retiring from touring, saying he's "not physically capable"
Osbourne said he never imagined his "touring days would have ended this way."
Technology
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Technology
ChatGPT launches new detection tool
The maker of ChatGPT has released a new tool that can help teachers detect if text was produced by a student or artificial intelligence. Kyle Wiggers, a senior reporter at TechCrunch, joined CBS News to discuss the new tool.
Colombian judge uses ChatGPT in ruling on child's medical rights case
Judge Juan Manuel Padilla did not specify how much he relied on the bot to write his opinion.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Microsoft rolling out ChatGPT-powered Teams for $7 a month
After investing billions in AI-chatbot, the tech company is already using it to help improve consumers' work patterns.
Amazon hit with additional OSHA violations for warehouse risks
Workers at Amazon warehouses in three states were found to be at high risk of back injuries and other physical ailments.
Science
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Scientists hope lab-grown coral can save endangered Florida Keys reef
An outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease threatens to destroy 20 of the 45 species in the world's third-largest coral reef.
Scientists in China are cloning "super cows"
The cloned animals are capable of producing 18 tons of milk a year, or 50% more than a typical American cow.
Investors eye water rights amid drought
As the Western megadrought continues, investors have been buying up land to secure the water rights that go along with them. Ben Tracy takes a look.
New York investors eye increasingly scarce water in the West
Investment firms are showing a growing interest in an increasingly scarce natural resource in the American West. For some, that's concerning.
Mars craters and cracks create image of a teddy bear
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
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New Jersey synagogue arson suspect charged and held without bail
Nicholas Malindretos is charged with attempted use of fire to damage and destroy a building, and could face up to 20 years in prison.
TikToker arrested after allegedly faking a cancer diagnosis and collecting more than $37K in donations
The suspect, 19-year-old Madison Russo, allegedly tricked more than 439 donors into believing that she had leukemia, pancreatic cancer and a football-sized tumor wrapped around her spine, the police said.
Councilwoman killed in possible targeted attack
Eunice Dwumfour, a councilwoman in Sayreville, New Jersey, was found dead in her car with multiple gunshot wounds, according to police.
Prosecution focuses on motive in Murdaugh trial
The murder trial of disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh took a dramatic turn when the judge ruled that evidence of a possible motive could be introduced by prosecutors. Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Authorities in Hood River, Oregon, say no injuries after report of "active shooter"
The authorities clarified that an "individual was contained in his house" and that only nearby residents needed to stay in place.
Space
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Space
Spacewalk underway, and more space news
Astronauts are conducting a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. And NASA is marking 20 years since the space shuttle Columbia disaster. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian with more on those stories, plus details on the "green comet" passing by Earth.
20 years after Columbia disaster, NASA remembers crew and lessons learned
Columbia's destruction and the loss of its crew triggered a sharp change of course for America's space program.
Mars craters and cracks create image of a teddy bear
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
Lauren Sanchez plans all-women space flight aboard Bezos' Blue Origin rocket
"He'll be cheering us all on from the sidelines," Sanchez said of Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos, who is also her boyfriend.
Rocket Lab launches first flight from Virginia's Eastern Shore
After 32 launches from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility, the company is now set for regular flights from Virginia's Eastern Shore.
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Notable Deaths in 2023
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Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Celebrities who filed for bankruptcy
They may have famous names and big careers, but these celebs also ran into financial trouble.
Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft sent back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.4-million-mile journey around the moon.
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ChatGPT launches new detection tool
The maker of ChatGPT has released a new tool that can help teachers detect if text was produced by a student or artificial intelligence. Kyle Wiggers, a senior reporter at TechCrunch, joined CBS News to discuss the new tool.
Americans feeling the chill from polar vortex
Tens of millions of Americans are feeling the chill from a polar vortex this week. CBS's Lilia Luciano reports from Minnesota.
U.S. tracks suspected Chinese spy balloon
The United States is tracking what defense officials believe to be a Chinese spy balloon as it passes over the northern U.S. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins John Dickerson with the latest.
Samara Joy brings jazz to a new generation
Samara Joy is bringing jazz to a new generation. The 23-year-old, who has two Grammy nominations, talks with Michelle Miller about making jazz more accessible to younger generations.
EzriCare recalls eye drops linked to infections
EzriCare Artificial Tears are being recalled after health officials say at least five people lost their vision after using the eye drops. Dozens of people came down with a bacterial infection that is highly resistant to antibiotics.