CBS News poll: What Americans want to hear in SOTU
New CBS News polling dives into the American mood and sense of the state of our union. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the findings.
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World awaits Trump's decision on Iran
The U.S. military is preparing for possible strikes against Iran as tension between the countries continues to build amid nuclear talks. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has the latest from Tel Aviv.
H.R. McMaster on Iran military options
H.R. McMaster, who served as national security adviser in the first Trump administration, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss President Trump's apparent growing frustration over limits to military options against Iran.
Trump frustrated on Iran options, sources say
President Trump is growing increasingly frustrated with the limits of military leverage against Iran, sources tell CBS News. Ramy Inocencio reports.
Scalise on Iran and State of the Union
House Majority leader Steve Scalise told "CBS Mornings" Iran isn't done "trying to create a nuclear weapon" amid reports that congressional leaders are expected at the White House Tuesday for a briefing on Iran. Scalise also spoke about President Trump's State of the Union address, saying Mr. Trump will focus on what the administration has done regarding affordability, adding "we have more work to do."
More U.S.-Iran talks set for Thursday
The State Department has ordered non-essential staff to leave its embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran are set to be held in Geneva this Thursday. Osamah Khalil, chair of the International Relations Program at Syracuse University, joined CBS News to discuss.
Latest on Iran as Trump weighs military strike
President Trump has not yet ruled out a military strike as the U.S. and Iran prepare for the next round of nuclear talks this Thursday. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
Trump growing frustrated with limits of Iran military options, sources say
Military planners are advising President Trump that any strike on Tehran's assets would almost certainly not be a singular, decisive blow.
U.S.-Iran nuclear talks to resume as warships loom
The U.S. and Iran are set to resume nuclear talks in Geneva in what could be the last best chance for a deal. Meanwhile, U.S. warships loom offshore and Iran warns it's ready to defend itself. Charlie D'Agata has more.
Students in Iran reignite protests after bloody crackdown
As Iran's new academic year began over the weekend, large-scale protests erupted across several universities.
U.S. orders embassy departures from Lebanon
The U.S. has continued to ramp up its military presence in the Middle East ahead of ongoing peace talks with Iran. Ret. Col. Mark Cancian, a senior advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins with more.
Iranian students protest regime again
Iranian students staged more protests following a severe crackdown by the regime where thousands were reportedly killed. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
U.S.-Iran tensions continuing to rise
The United States stands at the brink of a major conflict in the Middle East with the Iranian regime grappling with domestic discontent and the threat of U.S. strikes. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Iranian foreign minister on nuclear enrichment
As diplomatic talks in Geneva between the U.S. and Iran continue amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "I think as a sovereign country, we have every right to decide for ourselves, by ourselves" about a nuclear program.
Massive buildup of U.S. firepower in Middle East
Iranian Revolutionary Guards held live fire exercises alongside Russian forces this week. This is an annual drill, but it was conducted in the shadow of the largest U.S. military buildup in the region since the invasion of Iraq in 2003. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Trump threatens strikes on Iran
President Trump warned Friday that limited strikes on Iran are possible as he pressures the country to dismantle its nuclear program. The U.S. is continuing to ramp up its firepower in the Middle East, with the aircraft carrier USS Gerald Ford and three other warships entering the Mediterranean Sea on Friday.
Who's weighing in as Trump considers military strikes on Iran?
President Trump says he's considering limited strikes against Iran as negotiations over its nuclear program are underway. Here are some of the figures talking with him about the decision.
U.S. buildup meets Iranian warning of retaliation
As President Trump continues to surge major U.S. military assets into the region, Iran is still insisting diplomacy is alive and that it will submit a written proposal to Washington within the next two to three days. But as Imtiaz Tyab reports, the core disputes remain unresolved.
Trump ramps up pressure on Iran
President Trump said he is considering a limited military strike on Iran to pressure its leaders into a new nuclear deal. His comments came as he was meeting with some governors at the White House. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
Trump "considering" limited strike on Iran
Amid a U.S. military buildup in the Middle East, President Trump told reporters on Friday that he is "considering" a limited strike on Iran. CBS News contributor and former CIA officer Elliot Ackerman joins with analysis.
Trump says 32,000 killed in Iran protests
President Trump on Friday said that 32,000 people were killed during the recent anti-government protests in Iran. The president's comments come as he weighs strikes on the country over its nuclear program. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has the latest.
Trump says 32,000 people were killed in Iran's crackdown on protesters
President Trump did not offer a source for the new death toll, which is far higher than what has been previously reported.
Trump says he's considering limited military strike on Iran
"I guess I can say I am considering that," President Trump told reporters when asked about the possibility of a limited strike on Iran.
Latest news on Iran's nuclear program
President Trump ramped up pressure on Iran to reach a deal on its nuclear program, and diplomatic sources tell CBS News there may be some movement on potential proposals. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports, and contributor Masih Alinejad has more insight on conditions in the Middle East.
Latest on U.S.-Iran talks
President Trump is warning of "really bad things" if Iran doesn't agree to a deal disbanding its nuclear ambitions. The president said he will decide in the next 10 to 15 days if that includes an attack on Iran. Margaret Brennan reports on if progress was made from talks between the U.S.and Iran in Geneva.
Netanyahu rejects Gaza peace plan, vows no military withdrawal until Hamas disarms
President Trump hailed the peace plan as a "historic agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and all other groups in Gaza."
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Iran says strait won't open until the U.S. "corrects" behavior
The United Arab Emirates' Abu Dhabi National Oil Company said one of its ships was targeted while transiting the strait on Saturday.
Hunter Biden says his father's cancer has spread
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
2,000-year-old Roman shipwreck discovered off coast of Sicily
The discovery was made by an underwater fisherman who described it as the "most incredible" in his life.
Haitian pregnant woman in Florida fears deportation as TPS ends
A 29-year-old expectant mother is in hiding, concerned that she will be deported at any moment after the Trump administration ended the Temporary Protected Status program for hundreds of thousands of Haitian migrants.
Jorge Messi, father of Argentina great Lionel Messi, dies at 68
Jorge Messi served as his son's agent and accompanied him to Europe when he signed with Barcelona as a teenager.
Some meat products with jalapeños may be linked to salmonella outbreak, USDA says
Federal officials issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños that may be linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people across at least 27 states.
Winning Powerball numbers drawn for $863 million jackpot
The total is also the eighth-largest Powerball jackpot in the game's history.
NFL legend Roger Craig reveals he has vascular dementia during Hall of Fame speech
The former San Francisco 49ers star running back spoke in a prerecorded video message while he sat on stage wearing his gold jacket at Tom Benson Stadium on Saturday.
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Woman, baby die after vessel overturns in New York Harbor
Police say the woman and infant were taken to hospital in critical condition and declared dead on arrival.
Some meat products with jalapeños may be linked to salmonella outbreak, USDA says
Federal officials issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños that may be linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people across at least 27 states.
Family of murdered photographer wonders if his killer acted alone
Joe Shymanski, a, well-known Washington D.C. photographer, was murdered and dismembered in 2023. His ex-wife's former boyfriend, Brandon Holbrook, was convicted in the case. Shymanski's family still wonders if anyone else was involved.
Survivor's testimony key in helping convict ex-boyfriend of murder
C.C. Opanowski says it's still difficult to process the fact that a person she once loved was convicted of murder. She hopes that others can learn from her story.
Haitian pregnant woman in Florida fears deportation as TPS ends
A 29-year-old expectant mother is in hiding, concerned that she will be deported at any moment after the Trump administration ended the Temporary Protected Status program for hundreds of thousands of Haitian migrants.
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A quandary for the Fed: Dealing with hot inflation and cool job growth
A sudden slump in hiring has dramatically changed the outlook for the Federal Reserve's September interest rate decision.
Energy company sues data center over who should pay for AI buildout
At issue is who pays to expand energy infrastructure when a data center needs as much electricity as a midsize city.
Americans got their biggest raises in 40 years. Inflation took most of it.
The typical American's paycheck has grown faster since 2019 than in any stretch since the early 1980s. But prices climbed nearly as fast, swallowing about 80% of the wage increase.
July jobs report reveals unexpected loss of 23,000 jobs
Friday's jobs report showed employers shed jobs last month, rather than adding 95,000 new hires that had been forecast by economists.
Warren presses U.S. companies to share tariff refunds with customers
Companies receiving billions in refunds for U.S. tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court should return money to consumers, Sen. Elizabeth Warren said.
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Netanyahu rejects Gaza peace plan, vows no military withdrawal until Hamas disarms
President Trump hailed the peace plan as a "historic agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and all other groups in Gaza."
Rep. Ed Case defeats progressive primary challenger in Hawaii's 1st District
State Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole had criticized Rep. Ed Case's votes to send military aid to Israel and for a previous version of the SAVE America Act.
Hunter Biden says his father's cancer has spread
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Hawaii Rep. Ed Case faces primary challenger and more to watch in today's races
Democratic incumbents in safe districts in New York and Colorado have been ousted so far this year by primary challengers.
Senate confirms Todd Blanche, Trump's ex-defense lawyer, as attorney general
In a narrow 50-49 vote, President Trump's former defense lawyer was confirmed as attorney general in a vote early Saturday.
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Some meat products with jalapeños may be linked to salmonella outbreak, USDA says
Federal officials issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños that may be linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people across at least 27 states.
Hunter Biden says his father's cancer has spread
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Handling health expenses in retirement
Some older Americans find themselves at a loss when it comes to managing healthcare expenses after retirement starts. Jill Schlesinger has tips on how to stay healthy after retiring.
Man has "miracle" recovery after heart defect causes rare massive stroke
One year after a massive stroke nearly incapacitated him, Todd Meiklejohn is opening up about his experience.
"Pink flags" of postpartum psychosis — and more takeaways from "Healthful"
Perinatal psychiatrist Dr. Uruj Kamal Haider and Kriti Lodha joined a special edition of "Healthful" to talk more about mental health conditions, including postpartum psychosis.
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Netanyahu rejects Gaza peace plan, vows no military withdrawal until Hamas disarms
President Trump hailed the peace plan as a "historic agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and all other groups in Gaza."
2,000-year-old Roman shipwreck discovered off coast of Sicily
The discovery was made by an underwater fisherman who described it as the "most incredible" in his life.
Ukraine denies targeting Bulgaria after drone explodes near gas pipeline
Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, there have been various cases of Ukrainian drones straying into NATO airspace.
Costa Rica's newly discovered "coffee frog" faces risks from farm pesticides
Measuring less than 4 centimeters and known as the "spring frog," the dark green-spotted amphibians were observed in San Lorenzo de Tarrazu.
Drones spotted over German military base amid uptick in similar incidents
Drone sightings over civilian and cargo airports have been reported more frequently.
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Phillip Jeffries turns walls into artwork
A family-owned wallpaper company made luxury design their booming business. Meg Oliver takes a look inside Phillip Jeffries, the decor business turning walls into works of art.
Houndmouth is "Never Gonna Die"
Indiana rock band Houndmouth is acclaimed for their rich harmonies and electric live performances. Their latest record, "Lordy," is a stripped-back, raw return, five years after their last album. Here's Houndmouth with "Never Gonna Die."
Houndmouth plays "Tiger Blood"
Indiana rock band Houndmouth is acclaimed for their rich harmonies and electric live performances. Their latest record, "Lordy," is a stripped-back, raw return, five years after their last album. Here's Houndmouth with "Tiger Blood."
Houndmouth has "Heavy Eyes"
Indiana rock band Houndmouth is acclaimed for their rich harmonies and electric live performances. Their latest record, "Lordy," is a stripped-back, raw return, five years after their last album. Here's Houndmouth with "Heavy Eyes."
8/8: CBS Saturday Morning
Todd Blanche is confirmed as attorney general, fires blaze in Europe and the U.S., plus Houndmouth plays Saturday Sessions.
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Where to get the latest CBS Mornings Deals
On this edition of CBS Deals, we show you items that will help improve your everyday lifestyle. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com.
Meta must pay nearly $1B in fines, court says
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and others, must pay nearly $1 billion after a court found the social media giant to have put children and teen users at risk. A New Mexico judge ruled that Meta must pay $567 million into a fund to pay for harm prevention and awareness, in addition to $375 million in civil penalties previously decided by a jury.
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.
Energy company sues data center over who should pay for AI buildout
At issue is who pays to expand energy infrastructure when a data center needs as much electricity as a midsize city.
Meta fined $567M over child safety issues
Meta, the tech giant that operates Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and other platforms, faces another financial penalty for allegedly failing to keep kids safe. A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $567 million for its failure to warn the public about the dangers its products pose to children.
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Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
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Family of murdered photographer wonders if his killer acted alone
Joe Shymanski, a, well-known Washington D.C. photographer, was murdered and dismembered in 2023. His ex-wife's former boyfriend, Brandon Holbrook, was convicted in the case. Shymanski's family still wonders if anyone else was involved.
Survivor's testimony key in helping convict ex-boyfriend of murder
C.C. Opanowski says it's still difficult to process the fact that a person she once loved was convicted of murder. She hopes that others can learn from her story.
Police release video of In-N-Out shooting
Three people were killed during a shooting that began at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho. The gunman died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said. Investigators have now released security footage as they probe the motive for the shooting.
Police warn of "video game style" driving
Driving like a "Grand Theft Auto" player in real life is both illegal and highly dangerous, police warn. Kris Van Cleave went on a ride-along to see what the California Highway Patrol is dealing with.
Police release footage of In-N-Out shooting
Police have released surveillance and body camera footage revealing new details about the shooting at an In-N-Out in Twin Falls, Idaho, that killed three people. Carter Evans has more.
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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.
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D4vd Charged with Murder
Following the discovery of Celeste Rivas Hernandez's remains in a vehicle registered to D4vd last fall, what were the key developments that led to charges this week? On this episode of "Case by Case," we examine all of the new details coming out of the case against singer-songwriter David Anthony Burke, who professionally goes by D4vd. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales and CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman break down what we know so far about Celeste's death and the alleged abusive relationship she had with the singer.
The Au Pair Affair: Banfield Sentenced to Life
On Friday, June 5, Brendan Banfield was sentenced to life in prison without parole for orchestrating an elaborate plot to murder his wife, Christine Banfield, while carrying on an affair with the family's au pair, Juliana Peres Magalhães. The scheme involved luring an unsuspecting man, Joseph Ryan, to the Banfield home and attempting to frame him for the crime. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green and "48 Hours" producer Michelle Sigona share the most passionate moments from victim impact statements. You'll also hear from Brendan Banfield in court as he maintained his innocence.
Inside D4vd's Preliminary Hearing in Murder Case
A preliminary hearing offers the clearest look yet at the case against singer-songwriter D4vd, who is charged with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green is joined by Los Angeles Times investigative crime writer Richard Winton to unpack the latest courtroom developments, the prosecution's strategy, the defense's response, and the evidence that could determine whether the case advances to trial.
Disturbing New Allegations Against D4vd
On April 29, prosecutors released a brief outlining their case against singer-songwriter D4vd, who has been charged in the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. On this episode of "Case By Case," we examine the state's timeline of events, including the allegation that D4vd stabbed Celeste and went to great lengths to cover up the crime. Plus, an update on Nick Reiner who appeared in the same court just hours before D4vd. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty and Los Angeles Times crime writer Richard Winton dig into the new details on both stories.
My Uncle Joe's Murder
A young woman mourns her uncle's murder … and questions whether the convicted killer was the only one involved. "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports.