U.S. wants to train Syrian rebels - but volunteers are scarce
Main problem has been finding enough Syrian recruits untainted by extremist affiliations or disqualified by physical or other flaws
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Ex-CIA insider: July 4 terror alert is "nothing routine"
Michael Morell says the "serious" warning about potential holiday weekend attacks is different this year because of ISIS' growing reach
Drama of Tunisia massacre caught on camera
One hotel employee risked his life, following Seifeddine Rezgui around the resort as the gunman mowed down 38 innocent people
Investigation seeks more suspects in Tunisia beach attack
Although the gunman acted alone, authorities are looking for others who they say helped him with the assault
Eyewitnesses describe deadly attack at Tunisia resort
ISIS claims credit for gunman's assault on beach resort as thousands of tourists plan to leave North African country
Gunman kills dozens in rampage at Tunisia beach resort
Young man unfurls an umbrella and pulls out Kalashnikov, opening fire on European sunbathers; ISIS claims credit
ISIS claims deadly attack on Kuwait mosque
Interior Ministry says at least 27 killed, more than 200 wounded by explosion targeting Shiites during Muslim holy month of Ramadan
Man found decapitated in France terror attack
Authorities say attack aimed to use vehicle to blow up gas factory on industrial complex; multiple people detained
Dozens killed as Kurds answer latest ISIS offensive
Thousands flee Hassakeh while activists says dozens of bodies left in streets after 2 days of fighting in Kobani
ISIS tries again to take key towns in northern Syria
Militants launch attacks in 2 places close to Turkish border, including 1 where U.S. air power helped turn them back almost a year ago
Will changes to U.S. hostage policy help families?
President Obama says families of Americans held overseas "told us that they, at times, felt like an afterthought. And that ends today"
ISIS blows up 2 mausoleums in Syria's Palmyra
One of the destroyed tombs belongs to a descendant of Islam's Prophet Muhammad's cousin, official says
Is the Syrian civil war hampering anti-ISIS recruitment?
Defense Secretary Ash Carter tells CBS News' Margaret Brennan that finding Syrians who want to fight ISIS - rather than the Syrian regime - is difficult
Why it's so difficult to counter ISIS on social media
The U.S. government has struggled to contain the jihadists' success in the online sphere
ISIS operative killed in U.S. airstrike
Ali Awni al-Harzi, who was suspected of playing a role in the attack on the U.S. outpost in Benghazi, died last week in Mosul, Pentagon officials say
N.C. man charged in plot to kill Americans of behalf of ISIS
Justin Nolan Sullivan allegedly told undercover FBI agent that he was "a mujahid" and that "the war is here"
Rep. Nunes: America faces highest threat level ever
The U.S. has a hard time tracking domestic terrorist cells, the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee says
Turkey: Men arrested carrying nuclear material at border
Officials say Georgian men were trying to get into the country on foot with about 4 pounds of highly radioactive cesium
ISIS "doctor" shows off "very good medical service"
Extremists better known for extrajudicial killings try to convince the world they've got health care covered
New Jersey man charged with plotting to support ISIS
21-year-old man is accused of planning to join terror group overseas; 3rd arrested this month in New York and New Jersey
White House considers U.S. hostage policy changes
Families of people held abroad and some former hostages say change is good, but plans still fall short of their wishes
Syrian refugees return home after fleeing from ISIS
After four years of civil war and a year of ISIS occupation, residents of a Syrian town near the Turkish border are caught in limbo
Feds: NYC man tried to stab agent during ISIS-related probe
Staten Island man arrested after allegedly attacking agent with a knife during a court-authorized search
Carter: US to fall short of goal to train 24,000 Iraqi forces to fight ISIS
The defense secretary and joint chiefs of staff chairman testified before Congress about the U.S. policy in the Middle East
Dads beg wives not to join ISIS in Syria with their 9 kids
3 sisters, with their young children, have abandoned the safety of England and may already have joined their brother fighting with ISIS militants
Trump attacks Supreme Court over tariff ruling, announces new 10% global tariff
President Trump lashed out at the Supreme Court over its tariff decision, saying he was "absolutely ashamed" of the justices who ruled against him.
Supreme Court strikes down Trump tariffs in major setback for economic agenda
The Supreme Court on Friday ruled President Trump does not have the authority to unilaterally impose sweeping tariffs.
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Amex laments Epstein ties as files reveal hundreds of travel bookings
American Express tells CBS News it regrets having had Jeffrey Epstein as a client, as files reveal he used the company to book travel for multiple women or girls.
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.
Attorney claims Tony Gonzales coerced former aide into relationship
The staffer died by suicide in September after setting herself on fire.
Police continue searches of former Prince Andrew's previous home
A day after Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested at his new home, police were still searching his previous residence on the Windsor estate.
Trump says 32,000 people were killed in Iran's crackdown on protesters
President Donald Trump did not offer a source for the new death toll, which is far higher than what has been previously reported.
Labor secretary's husband banned from Labor Dept. building, sources say
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's husband has been banned from the Labor Department building after agency employees alleged he had touched them inappropriately, sources said.
The latest GDP data isn't as bad as it looks. Here's what to know.
A simple reason explains why U.S. economic growth seemed to hit a wall in the final three months of the year.
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American Alex Ferreira wins his first Olympic gold in freeski halfpipe
Alex Ferreira's first gold medal came after he took silver in Pyeongchang in 2018, and the bronze four years ago in Beijing.
Fried rice sold at Trader Joe's recalled over possible glass contamination
The recall involves 3.4 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice products shipped to Trader Joe's locations nationwide and to retailers in Canada.
Trump admin. unveils plans to restrict work permits for asylum-seekers
The Trump administration on Friday formally proposed a regulation that would dramatically restrict work permits for asylum-seekers.
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.
Labor secretary's husband banned from Labor Dept. building, sources say
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's husband has been banned from the Labor Department building after agency employees alleged he had touched them inappropriately, sources said.
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Fried rice sold at Trader Joe's recalled over possible glass contamination
The recall involves 3.4 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice products shipped to Trader Joe's locations nationwide and to retailers in Canada.
The latest GDP data isn't as bad as it looks. Here's what to know.
A simple reason explains why U.S. economic growth seemed to hit a wall in the final three months of the year.
Walmart and other big companies say tariffs are forcing them to hike prices
Large U.S. retailers say the Trump administration tariffs are forcing them to hike customer prices to offset higher costs.
DOJ files complaint against OhioHealth over patient access to affordable healthcare
The Justice Department's civil antitrust enforcement action against OhioHealth comes a week after DOJ's antitrust chief, Gail Slater, was fired from her post.
Supreme Court ruling against Trump tariffs will offer relief, businesses say
Businesses could be owed nearly $150 billion in refunds after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
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Attorney claims Tony Gonzales coerced former aide into relationship
The staffer died by suicide in September after setting herself on fire.
How advanced is Iran's nuclear program? Here's what we know.
President Trump is pressuring Iran to either curtail its nuclear program or face military strikes, after Iran amassed a large stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Here's what to know.
Trump admin. unveils plans to restrict work permits for asylum-seekers
The Trump administration on Friday formally proposed a regulation that would dramatically restrict work permits for asylum-seekers.
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.
Labor secretary's husband banned from Labor Dept. building, sources say
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's husband has been banned from the Labor Department building after agency employees alleged he had touched them inappropriately, sources said.
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Federal tax dollars subsidize health care plans in ways you may not realize
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the U.S. comes with some federal help.
NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
Moderna says FDA to review its flu vaccine after reversing course
With the reversal from the FDA, Moderna said it is aiming to make the vaccine available for the 2026-27 flu season.
FDA investigating Salmonella outbreak connected to moringa powder
Rosabella-brand moringa capsules could be linked to Salmonella cases in seven U.S. states, health officials said.
Measles cases at university in Florida soar to nearly 60
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
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How advanced is Iran's nuclear program? Here's what we know.
President Trump is pressuring Iran to either curtail its nuclear program or face military strikes, after Iran amassed a large stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Here's what to know.
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.
Canada's men's hockey team narrowly beats Finland in Olympic semifinal
Team Canada beat Finland in the men's hockey Olympic semifinals on Thursday. They will play for the gold on Sunday.
Kelly Pannek on U.S. women's hockey team's "incredible ride" to Olympic gold
U.S. women's hockey veteran Kelly Pannek reflects on the team's stunning overtime win against Canada to claim Olympic gold.
Meet the woman who broke the ice for the Quad God's Olympic backflip
French champion Surya Bonaly backflipped on Olympic ice years before Ilia Malinin was even born, and it brought her penalization, not plaudits.
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Mike White reflects on playing "Survivor"
"Survivor" returns next week for its 50th season and features fan favorite contestants, including "The White Lotus" creator Mike White. He reflects on his time on the reality competition show, saying, "everybody in my business wants the Oscar. It's like you losers like I wanna win Survivor."
"America's Next Top Model" winner describes "horrifying" docuseries allegations
"America's Next Top Model" winner Eva Marcille tells "CBS Mornings" that she "was gobsmacked" after watching behind-the-scenes moments from the reality competition show.
Hilary Duff on her return to music
Millennial icon Hilary Duff is out with new music for the first time in more than a decade. She spoke to Anthony Mason about her return to performing, the decision to open up about relationships in her music and life as a mother of four.
"CIA" stars preview new series
Actors Tom Ellis and Nick Gehlfuss speak with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the new series "CIA," a spinoff of the "FBI" franchise. The duo talk about their conflicting characters, training for their roles and whether they know how this season ends as they continue to film.
Hilary Duff responds to rumors about old flame, sister Haylie and more
Hilary Duff opens up about taking the stage for the first time in 10 years, addresses fan rumors about her single "Mature," and shares deeply personal lyrics about her sister, Haylie, in a "CBS Mornings" interview.
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Social psychologist on social media addiction
One of the catalysts for the social media addiction debate was a 2024 book called "The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. His new book tries to help parents and kids break free from screens. Haidt joins CBS News to discuss Mark Zuckerberg, the ongoing social media addiction trial and artificial intelligence.
Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
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.
Mark Zuckerberg grilled in court
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand at the social media addiction trial examining whether children and teens were given access to an addictive and harmful product. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Zuckerberg testifies at social media trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified Wednesday in a civil case over social media addiction allegations that skyrocketing social media use shows how people value the sites and it's not a strategy to keep users addicted. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
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.
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Police: Nancy Guthrie case hasn't gone cold
Investigators are combing through evidence and turning to commercial genealogy companies for DNA leads in the search for Nancy Guthrie, who was reported missing on Feb. 1. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
Woman went on first date, never returns home
19-year-old college student Sade Robinson went on a first date in 2024 and never returned home. 48 Hours correspondent Anne-Marie Green previews "Sade Robinson and The Secret Beach."
Why police released former Prince Andrew
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor remains under investigation after being questioned by police for hours for suspected misconduct in public office. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Latest news on former Prince Andrew's arrest
Former Prince Andrew, now known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, was arrested on his 66th birthday as an investigation begins for suspected misconduct in public office following the release of more documents related to the probe into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. BBC News' Zoie O'Brien reports, and lawyer Mark Stephens has more on what's next in the investigation. Also, Virginia Giuffre's family reacts to the news of Andrew's arrest.
How the seat position in a murdered teen's car linked to her killer
Sade Robinson, 19, disappeared after a first date. Milwaukee investigators say clues in her car pointed to her assailant.
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NASA targets March 6 for Artemis II moonshot
A successful fueling test prompts NASA to press ahead toward a March 6 moonshot.
New NASA boss criticizes agency over Starliner
NASA's new boss blasted both Boeing and his own space agency for the botched Starliner flight that left two astronauts stuck in space for months.
NASA's new chief rebukes Boeing, space agency over problem-plagued Starliner mission
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams were expecting to spend eight to 10 days in space. They ended up remaining in orbit for 286 days.
Artemis II moon rocket refueled in practice countdown setting stage for historic flight
Engineers were able to fully fuel NASA's Artemis II moon rocket without any signs of leaks like the ones that derailed an earlier dress rehearsal.
Fresh crew arrives at International Space Station to boost numbers back to 7
The Crew 12 docking came one month after a previous crew had to return to Earth early due to a medical issue.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Astrophysicist on UFO, alien government files
The Pentagon said it will work with other agencies to fulfill President Trump's directive to release files related to extraterrestrial life and unidentified aerial phenomena. Astrophysicist Avi Loeb joins CBS News to discuss.
How Trump responded to Court's tariff ruling
President Trump called the Supreme Court ruling striking down his global tariffs "deeply disappointing" and lambasted the six justices who voted against him. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Jo Ling Kent have the latest news, and legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins with more analysis.
Alysa Liu on her gold-medal performance
Alysa Liu won the women's individual figure skating gold on Thursday, a first for Team USA since 2002. In an interview with Kelly O'Grady, Liu opens up about what was going through her mind during the epic performance, her hopes for her legacy, and more.
Trump slams Supreme Court's tariff ruling
President Trump slammed the Supreme Court justices who ruled against his sweeping tariffs and announced he will sign an order imposing a 10% global tariff under a different authority. Watch his full news conference.
Breaking down Trump's remarks on tariff ruling
President Trump said in a news conference on Friday that he's "absolutely ashamed" of the Supreme Court justices who ruled to strike down his sweeping tariffs. CBS News' Willie James Inman, Jan Crawford and Katrina Kaufman have more.