Preparing for Raqqa fight
As U.S.-backed Iraqi forces push into Mosul, preparations are underway in Syria to liberate ISIS's self-proclaimed capital of Raqqa. David Martin spoke with the top U.S. general in the Middle East about the coming battle.
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How U.S. is helping fight ISIS
For the first time, U.S.-backed Iraqi forces are pushing into western Mosul, which is still held by ISIS. The Iraqis say they won the battle for control of the international airport in Iraq's second largest city. David Martin, who's traveling with Gen. Joseph Votel, head of U.S. forces in the Middle East, gets insight into how American forces are assisting in the fight.
Fight for Mosul
As U.S.-backed Iraqi forces gear up for their final push to liberate Mosul from ISIS, David Martin got a behind-the-scenes look at the American operation to provide support from the air.
U.S. troops may go into Syria
The Pentagon is developing a military strategy for defeating ISIS, which could call for more boots on the ground in Syria. David Martin reports from Amman, Jordan, where he is traveling with a top U.S. general in the fight with the terror group.
Missouri ISIS arrest
A Missouri man was arrested Tuesday for attempting to provide support to ISIS, federal authorities said. This incident comes as President Trump prepares to issue a revised travel ban order. CBS News Justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN with the latest.
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ISIS air attack
As Iraqi troops prepare to battle ISIS and take back western Mosul, they are facing a dangerous new weapon. ISIS is using drones to drop explosives and guide car bombs from above. Charlie D'Agata reports.
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Battle for Mosul
U.S.-backed Iraqi forces launched another assault on the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). They're trying to drive the terror group out of Iraq's second-largest city, Mosul. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
Politico reporter: Trump admin "flailing"
Late Monday, the White House released a list of terror attacks that they said at first went unreported in the press, then later changed the phrasing to "underreported." Eli Stokols, a White House correspondent for Politico spoke to CBSN about the motivation behind administration's moves.
Travel ban blowback
CBS News' Margaret Brennan reports on warnings from U.S. allies that ISIS is using Donald Trump's immigration ban as propaganda.
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Battle for Mosul
It's been more than 100 days since the battle for Mosul began. Even with the help of U.S. airstrikes, Iraqi forces have only captured the eastern side, but gains are still being made. Charlie D'Agata has more.
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Iraqis react to visa ban
President Trump is expected to order a temporary ban on visas for people from Iraq and five other predominantly Muslim countries. That includes the Iraqi soldiers fighting alongside the U.S. Charlie Dagata reports.
Trump's ideas on torture
In an interview with ABC News, President Trump declared he may revive the use of torture and that the practice works. Current U.S. law bans torture, and Defense Secretary James Mattis is against it, reports David Martin.
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Inside Mosul
In the battle to recapture Mosul from ISIS, Iraqi forces' most recent victory was retaking Mosul University. ISIS fighters used it as a weapon factory. Charlie D'agata goes inside.
Iraqis face major ISIS battle
U.S.-backed Iraqi forces are making gains against ISIS in Mosul, which has been an ISIS stronghold since 2014. CBS News made it into recently-liberated eastern Mosul. Charlie D'Agata reports on the slow, dangerous work of clearing the city.
Fla. airport shooting
An FBI agent told a federal court Tuesday that the suspect in last week's Fort Lauderdale airport shooting gave conflicting stories when he was surrendered. first saying he was under government mind control, then claiming to be inspired by ISIS. Manuel Bojorquez has more on the story.
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ISIS victim's parents interviewed
The parents of a journalist killed by ISIS are speaking about their son's death in their first TV interview. Steven Sotloff was the second American killed by the extremist group. He was kidnapped in August 2013, shortly after entering Syria. In an interview with Lesley Stahl for "60 Minutes," Sotloff's family discussed their frustrations with the U.S. government's "no ransom" policy.
U.S. hostage policy
The parents of Steven Sotloff, an American journalist who was beheaded by ISIS, are now speaking out in their first TV interview. CBS News' Lesley Stahl joins CBSN with more on the story, which airs this Sunday on "60 Minutes."
Parents of man killed by ISIS
The parents of a journalist killed by ISIS are speaking out about their son's death in their first television interview. Steven Sotloff was the second American killed by the extremist group. He was kidnapped in August 2013, shortly after entering Syria. Lesley Stahl joins "CBS This Morning" to preview her "60 Minutes" conversation with the Sotloff family.
Istanbul manhunt continues
Turkish police released new video Tuesday of the suspected Istanbul nightclub gunman filming himself days before the attack. Police have still not released his name, and it's unclear if they have it yet, reports Jonathan Vigliotti.
HHS freezes all child care payments to Minnesota after viral fraud allegations
The Department of Health and Human Services says it has frozen federal child care funding for the state of Minnesota, citing viral fraud allegations.
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, dies at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, has died after announcing a terminal cancer diagnosis in late November.
Court order suggests officials pushed to prosecute Abrego Garcia after deportation
A court order suggests the Trump administration pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after he challenged his deportation, with one top DOJ official calling it a "top priority."
Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
Trump issues his first vetoes of this term
President Trump used his veto power this week for the first time since returning to the White House, rejecting a pair of bills linked to a Colorado water pipeline and a tribal village in the Everglades.
Body found amid search for missing Texas teen Camila Mendoza Olmos
The body has not yet been identified, Texas officials said at a Tuesday news conference.
Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former senator and Northern Cheyenne tribe member, dies at 92
Former Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, a Northern Cheyenne tribal chief who became a prominent American politician, has died.
Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs denies charges of strangulation, assault and battery
Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver with the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month.
1 killed, dozens injured in head-on train collision near Peru's Machu Picchu
The head-on collision occurred between two trains on the line that services the historic Peruvian site Machu Picchu.
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Is anything open on New Year's Eve 2025? See which stores are operating.
Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on New Year's Eve, although some will have reduced hours.
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71
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Body found amid search for missing Texas teen Camila Mendoza Olmos
The body has not yet been identified, Texas officials said at a Tuesday news conference.
Black bear living underneath Altadena house shows no sign of budging
The 550-pound black bear has taken up residence in the crawlspace underneath Ken Johnson's home in California for a month.
Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
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Is anything open on New Year's Eve 2025? See which stores are operating.
Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on New Year's Eve, although some will have reduced hours.
Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
Silver is rebounding after its worst trading day in four years
Silver prices have more than doubled in 2025, outpacing this year's surge in gold prices, as investors seek safe haven investments.
Judge blocks White House from defunding CFPB as its funds were about to run out
A federal judge has ruled that the White House cannot stop funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Ground beef recalled in 6 states over possible E. coli contamination
The recalled ground beef was sold to distributors in California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Pennsylvania and Washington.
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Former Republican Sen. Jon Kyl of Arizona says he has dementia
Former Republican U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl of Arizona announced his withdrawal from public life following a dementia diagnosis.
Democratic win in Iowa special election denies GOP a Legislature supermajority
Democrat Renee Hardman was elected to the Iowa state Senate in a year-end special election, keeping Republicans from reclaiming two-thirds control of the chamber and Legislature.
Trump issues his first vetoes of this term
President Trump used his veto power this week for the first time since returning to the White House, rejecting a pair of bills linked to a Colorado water pipeline and a tribal village in the Everglades.
Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former U.S. senator and Native American, dies at 92
Former Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, a Northern Cheyenne tribal chief who became a prominent American politician, has died.
HHS freezes all child care payments to Minnesota after viral fraud allegations
The Department of Health and Human Services said Tuesday it has frozen federal child care funding for the state of Minnesota, citing viral fraud allegations.
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Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.
Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
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1 killed, dozens injured in head-on train collision near Peru's Machu Picchu
The head-on collision occurred between two trains on the line that services the historic Peruvian site Machu Picchu.
Spanish woman known for botched fresco restoration dies at 94
Cecilia Giménez's botched restoration of a century-old painting of Jesus Christ captured global headlines more than a decade ago.
Cable car accident leaves 4 hurt, 100 stranded on mountain for hours
Four people were injured and around 100 stranded visitors had to be rescued by helicopter after a cable car accident in northern Italy, officials said.
No sign of "broader terrorist cell" behind Bondi Beach attack, police say
Australian police say there's no evidence the Sydney father and son suspects in the attack on a Jewish holiday event got training or instruction in the Philippines.
Police compare Germany bank vault robbery to an "Ocean's Eleven" heist
Thieves apparently spent much of the weekend plundering deposit boxes inside a German bank vault after tunneling through from a parking garage.
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Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71
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George Clooney, his wife and their twins granted French citizenship
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views
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OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
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2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
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D.C. bomb suspect to stay detained for now
The man accused of planting pipe bombs in Washington, D.C., the night before Jan. 6, 2021, will remain in custody for now. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
DHS probes fraud at MN day care centers
The Department of Homeland Security is investigating after conservative YouTuber Nick Shirley posted a video that has gone viral, alleging potential fraud at a dozen day care centers in Minnesota. Jonah Kaplan reports.
Latest on proceedings against Tyler Robinson
A Utah judge ordered the release of a transcript from a closed-door hearing in the case against Tyler Robinson, who is accused of murdering Republican political influencer Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs charged with strangulation, assault and battery
Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver with the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month.
Police compare Germany bank vault robbery to an "Ocean's Eleven" heist
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
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550-pound bear refuses to leave man's crawl space
A massive black bear has been living beneath a home in Altadena, California, for the past month. As Carter Evans reports, the problem has become unbearable.
HHS freezes all child care funding to Minnesota
The Department of Health and Human Services said it has frozen federal child care funding for the state of Minnesota, citing viral fraud allegations. Jonah Kaplan has the latest.
Search for missing Malaysia Airlines plane resumes
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Many states reporting higher than usual flu cases
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