U.S. backs new fight to take Iraqi town back from ISIS
CBS News on front lines as Kurdish Peshmerga forces enter Sinjar, where militants massacred and kidnapped thousands of Yazidis last year
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Twin suicide blasts kill dozens in Beirut suburb
ISIS claims responsibility for bombings on Hezbollah stronghold, one of Lebanon's deadliest attacks in years
Dozens killed in Beirut suicide bombings
ISIS is claiming responsibility for a deadly attack in a suburb of Beirut, where two suicide bombers blew themselves up on a crowded street
Ohio man charged with soliciting killings of U.S. service members
Alleged ISIS supporter Terrence McNeil accused of urging online followers to kill military personnel "wherever you find them"
13 arrested from alleged European ISIS recruiting ring
Italian law enforcement official calls it "the most important police operation in Europe in 20 years"
Afghans vent rage at ISIS -- and their leaders
Bodies of terror victims carried through Kabul streets, but angry chants also target the men blamed for failing to stop the carnage
Russia calls for new Syrian constitution in 18 months
Draft document says new constitution would be put to popular vote and followed by presidential election -- but does not mention Bashar Assad
State Department warns of Bangladesh terror threat
"Real and credible" threat to foreigners, including Americans, in Bangladesh after deadly ISIS-linked attacks, State Department warns
Syrian forces break 2-year ISIS siege on air base
Successful offensive marks first major achievement by Assad's troops since Russia began airstrikes in September
Iran claims arrest of 44 terrorism suspects
Officials says half nabbed before crossing into Iraq and Syria, presumably to join ISIS, but no IDs or other details given
Egypt crash probe focuses on airport, hotel staff
Investigators trying to talk to anyone who could potentially have had access to Russian jet in Red Sea resort town
Focus narrows in Russian plane investigation, U.S. intelligence says
Officials believe it is "likely" a bomb brought down the Russian plane, now focus is on how and who is responsible
Egypt says top ISIS commander killed in raid
Ashraf Ali Hassanein Gharabli was suspected in the 2014 murder of an American oil worker, and at least 2 others
Mounting evidence, no certainty over Russian jet crash
U.S. intelligence sources say new evidence suggests ISIS "more likely than not" played a role in destroying the Metrojet plane, but proof could be slow in coming
Taliban now killing each other over succession: official
ISIS affiliate aligns itself with breakaway Taliban group in intense fighting in Afghanistan's south over replacement for Mullah Omar
Airplane security overhaul after Russian crash likely
U.K. official says if suspicions of ISIS bomb on downed jet in Egypt confirmed, many airports will need expensive, time-consuming security upgrades
Explosion heard on cockpit voice recorder of downed Russian airliner
Airport security is tightened around the world as samples from the crash site are tested for explosives and Putin asks for FBI assistance
Lawmakers to Speaker Ryan: Revive ISIS war authorization debate
A group of 35 Democrats and Republicans made the request in a letter to Ryan on Friday
Morell: U.K. "overstating" likelihood of bomb on Russian jet
As investigators look into the possibility of a bomb having brought down a Russian plane in the Sinai Peninsula, some are cautioning against the theory
Egypt insists still no "evidence" of bomb on Russian jet
U.S. intelligence has intercepted messages from ISIS members talking about bringing down the Russian plane in Egypt
Egypt: No "evidence or data" to say jet bombed
After U.S. and British intel sources suggest ISIS' claim could be legitimate, Egyptian civil aviation chief tamps down bomb "hypothesis"
Search for clues widens after Russian jet crash
Officials decoding info from "black boxes" but urging patience as hunt for clues on the ground in Egypt expands to 15 square miles
Hard times for Christians in ISIS-controlled Iraq
Christian family says they'll never return to the home they fled when their village was overrun by Islamic militants
Spain thwarts trio allegedly planning terror attacks
Official says "extremely radicalized" Moroccan men arrested quickly over fears they were planning imminent attacks
Obama: U.S. is not putting troops on front lines in Syria to fight ISIS
This was the president's first comment on the matter since the deployment was announced
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See how Minnesota fraudsters spent millions earmarked for hungry kids
Documents and images show luxury purchases and wire transfers to China and East Africa.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect appears in court as judge weighs media access
Prosecutors have charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. They plan to seek the death penalty.
Senate fails to advance health care bills, with price hikes looming
The Senate on Thursday failed to advance competing Democratic and Republican measures to address health care costs. Follow live updates here.
Indiana GOP redistricting bill fails in state Senate despite Trump's pressure
Indiana state police said "numerous" state lawmakers had faced bomb threats and been the subject of swatting hoaxes amid the push for redistricting.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia leaves ICE detention after judge ordered release, attorney says
A federal judge in Maryland on Thursday ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia's immediate release from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Noem confronted by Democrats, including about allegedly removing veterans from U.S.
House Democrats pushed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for answers on the Trump administration's immigration operations, with one lawmaker confronting her with a veteran who he said had been issued a removal order.
Erika Kirk has one word for Candace Owens
Erika Kirk has one word for Candace Owens, who has been peddling conspiracy theories about Charlie Kirk.
Time magazine reveals its 2025 Person of the Year
Time magazine named "the architects of AI" its 2025 Person of the Year on Thursday, calling out tech industry leaders behind the rise in artificial intelligence.
MyPillow's Mike Lindell announces he's running for Minnesota governor
MyPillow founder and CEO Mike Lindell has announced he will run for Minnesota governor as a Republican against incumbent Gov. Tim Walz.
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Bessent calls for overhaul of regulator that protects U.S. financial system
Treasury Secretary's proposal to revamp the Financial Stability Oversight Council would expose Americans to risk, critics say.
Camp Mystic hopes new flood warning system will prevent future catastrophes
In early July, more than 130 people were killed in catastrophic flash flooding in the Texas Hill Country region, including 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic.
Director found guilty of scamming $11M from Netflix and buying luxury cars, mattresses
Carl Erik Rinsch, a Hollywood director, has been convicted on charges that he scammed Netflix out of $11 million for a show that never materialized.
U.S. sanctions 3 of Maduro's nephews, 6 oil tankers
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on three nephews of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and half a dozen shipping vessels accused of transporting Venezuelan oil.
Here's how Trump's $1 million "gold card" visa will work
The Trump administration says it's also creating a $5 million platinum card visa that will allow foreigners to live in the U.S. for 270 days a year.
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Bessent calls for overhaul of regulator that protects U.S. financial system
Treasury Secretary's proposal to revamp the Financial Stability Oversight Council would expose Americans to risk, critics say.
Here's how Trump's $1 million "gold card" visa will work
The Trump administration says it's also creating a $5 million platinum card visa that will allow foreigners to live in the U.S. for 270 days a year.
Former officials warn of safety risks because of consumer watchdog cuts
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has lost key leadership and staff over the past year. Now two former commissioners removed by the Trump administration are raising concerns over safety risks.
Trump says "prices are coming down." Here's what the data shows.
President Trump says he's winning the war against inflation. But a look at prices around the U.S. shows why many Americans still feel financially squeezed.
Disney to invest $1 billion in OpenAI under new licensing agreement
Disney said on Thursday it will make a $1 billion equity investment in OpenAI under a new partnership with the Sora and ChatGPT developer.
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Bessent calls for overhaul of regulator that protects U.S. financial system
Treasury Secretary's proposal to revamp the Financial Stability Oversight Council would expose Americans to risk, critics say.
Noem confronted by Democrats, including about allegedly removing veterans from U.S.
House Democrats pushed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for answers on the Trump administration's immigration operations, with one lawmaker confronting her with a veteran who he said had been issued a removal order.
Indiana GOP redistricting bill fails in state Senate despite Trump's pressure
Indiana state police said "numerous" state lawmakers had faced bomb threats and been the subject of swatting hoaxes amid the push for redistricting.
U.S. sanctions 3 of Maduro's nephews, 6 oil tankers
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on three nephews of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and half a dozen shipping vessels accused of transporting Venezuelan oil.
Another grand jury refuses to indict Letitia James
For the second time in a month, prosecutors in Virginia failed to secure an indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James.
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Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
Genesis HealthCare's bankruptcy case in Dallas will allow the nursing home chain to avoid paying millions of dollars it promised for residents who were injured or died while in its care.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to not recommend the Hepatitis B vaccine for everyone at birth, alarming many in the medical community. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the decision and its potential impact.
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U.S. sanctions 3 of Maduro's nephews, 6 oil tankers
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on three nephews of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and half a dozen shipping vessels accused of transporting Venezuelan oil.
Critics detail concerns over proposed Chinese "super embassy" in London
Two former MI6 officials detail their espionage concerns, as the U.K once again delays its final decision on a new Chinese embassy in London.
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Inside the secret mission to get Nobel Peace Prize winner out of Venezuela
An American special forces veteran led the operation to get María Corina Machado out of Venezuela: "The first Nobel Prize winner that we've ever rescued."
More than 600 British Empire artifacts stolen from U.K. museum
Police said they wanted to talk to four unidentified men, all wearing caps or hoodies, seen in security camera images carrying bags in the early hours.
Nobel laureate María Corina Machado makes first public appearance in 11 months
María Corina Machado had been in hiding in Venezuela since January, when she was briefly detained after joining supporters in a protest in Caracas.
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Director found guilty of scamming $11M from Netflix and buying luxury cars, mattresses
Carl Erik Rinsch, a Hollywood director, has been convicted on charges that he scammed Netflix out of $11 million for a show that never materialized.
Taylor Swift talks docuseries, favorite songs
Taylor Swift appeared on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" on Wednesday while promoting her upcoming docuseries. She spoke about her life after the Eras Tour, her favorite songs from her catalogue and who she turns to for advice.
"Waiting to Exhale" stars on 30th anniversary
The iconic movie "Waiting to Exhale," starring Angela Bassett, Whitney Houston, Loretta Devine and Lela Rochon premiered 30 years ago this month. The film, which had an all Black cast and focused on female empowerment, was a box office hit. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke with the stars of the film about the movie and what Houston would think.
Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
Singer-songwriter Sombr is up for Best New Artist of the Year at the Grammy Awards. He was the only writer on his debut album, "I Barely Know Her." He spoke to Anthony Mason about where his journey began and his whirlwind year.
Carly Pearce on new music
Grammy-winning country music superstar Carly Pearce joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her highly-anticipated fifth studio album, fans relating to the lyrics in her music and being vulnerable.
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Disney announces deal with OpenAI
A new agreement between Disney and OpenAI will allow users to generate their own AI videos of iconic characters like Mickey Mouse, Elsa, Darth Vader and dozens more. Wired executive editor Brian Barrett joins to discuss.
Time magazine reveals 2025 Person of the Year
Time magazine has just announced its 2025 Person of the Year, recognizing not just one person, but a group its calling "the architects of AI." The digital article is out now.
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.
Time magazine reveals its 2025 Person of the Year
Time magazine named "the architects of AI" its 2025 Person of the Year on Thursday, calling out tech industry leaders behind the rise in artificial intelligence.
Disney to invest $1 billion in OpenAI under new licensing agreement
Disney said on Thursday it will make a $1 billion equity investment in OpenAI under a new partnership with the Sora and ChatGPT developer.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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Latest in Luigi Mangione pretrial hearings
Luigi Mangione was back in court for Day 6 of a crucial evidence hearing on Thursday. Lawyers for the man accused of gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson want to keep some key pieces of evidence out of his upcoming murder trial. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Latest on Sherrone Moore arrest
Ex-University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore remains in jail Thursday, a day after he was fired by the school. The university said an investigation had found "credible evidence" he had been engaged in an "inappropriate relationship with a staff member." CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports.
Suspected KSU gunman faces judge
The suspected gunman in the deadly Kentucky State University shooting has faced a judge in his first arraignment hearing since police caught him on Tuesday. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports.
Judge weighs media access in Charlie Kirk trial
The man charged with Charlie Kirk's murder appeared in court on Thursday as his attorneys continue to push to restrict media access to the proceedings. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
How Minnesota fraudsters blew millions
CBS News is getting an exclusive look at how Minnesota fraudsters spent millions of taxpayer dollars that was supposed to go to hungry children. CBS Minnesota investigative reporter Jonah Kaplan has more.
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NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
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The Uplift: Pint-sized politician
A pint-sized politician proves you are never too little to run a big campaign. David Begnaud catches up with the Agars, a father-son duo making history by competing together in triathlons. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
Abrego Garcia released from ICE detention
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador and later returned to the U.S., has officially been released from ICE custody, his attorney says. This comes after a federal judge in Maryland ordered his release earlier Thursday. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
Indiana Senate blocks GOP redistricting effort
Indiana's Republican-led Senate has voted against a redrawn congressional map that would have helped the GOP in the state's only two Democratic congressional districts. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has the latest.
Latest in Luigi Mangione pretrial hearings
Luigi Mangione was back in court for Day 6 of a crucial evidence hearing on Thursday. Lawyers for the man accused of gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson want to keep some key pieces of evidence out of his upcoming murder trial. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Latest on Sherrone Moore arrest
Ex-University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore remains in jail Thursday, a day after he was fired by the school. The university said an investigation had found "credible evidence" he had been engaged in an "inappropriate relationship with a staff member." CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports.