The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier is returning home
The USS Gerald R. Ford and its accompanying warships were deployed in the wake of the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel by Hamas.
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Israeli military set to re-deploy troops
Israel on Sunday began demobilizing some of its reservists fighting Hamas in Gaza. Israeli officials have warned that the war could continue well into the new year. CBS News' Ian Lee reports.
Israel starts moving thousands of troops out of the Gaza Strip
Israel says it's redeploying thousands of troops from Gaza, but it's not clear how significant the move will prove amid warnings of a "prolonged" offensive against Hamas.
Death toll rises in Gaza amid grim New Year's Eve
Few people in Gaza are celebrating New Year as Israel has intensified its operations in recent days and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the war could last many more months. More than 21,800 people have died in Gaza, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. Ian Lee reports.
Netanyahu: War will continue for "many more months"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Saturday that the Israeli-Hamas war will continue for "many more months." Meanwhile, there is no end in sight for suffering on the ground in Gaza. Ian Lee reports.
Israel-Hamas war will go on for "many more months," Netanyahu says
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel needs more time to achieve the war's objectives.
Netanyahu: War will continue for "many more months"
In a news conference Saturday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the Israel-Hamas war will continue for "many more months." The declaration came as Israeli forces continue to push deeper into Gaza. Ian Lee reports from Tel Aviv.
Biden administration aids Israel with weapons
The Biden administration is bypassing Congress a second time and approving an emergency weapons sale to Israel. Meanwhile, Israel's defense minister said troops are forging ahead and reaching Hamas' command centers. Ian Lee has more.
Reluctance to help Biden combat Islamophobia
Some Muslim and Arab American advocates are expressing doubts about the White House's ability to mitigate Islamophobia as hate-fueled incidents soar across the U.S. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry explains.
Biden administration approves emergency weapons sale to Israel, bypassing Congress
For the second time this month, the Biden administration is bypassing Congress to approve a weapons sale to Israel.
Israel, Hezbollah clashing on Lebanon border
The Israel Defense Forces and Hezbollah are continuing to trade blows along Lebanon's border with Israel, leading to concerns that the northern border may become a second front amid the war in Gaza. Meanwhile, Israeli citizens are calling for the release of all remaining hostages taken on Oct. 7. Ian Lee has more from Israel.
Tens of thousands flee central Gaza as Israel's offensive expands
Arriving in southern Gaza in trucks, in carts and on foot, those who haven't found space in the already overwhelmed shelters have built tents on the roadsides.
U.S. woman believed to be Hamas hostage was killed on Oct. 7, kibbutz says
Judy Weinstein Haggai's death during the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel was confirmed a week after it was reported that her husband, Gadi Haggai, had died the same day.
U.S.-Israeli woman was killed in Oct. 7 attack
Israeli authorities have confirmed that Judy Weinstein Haggai, a 70-year-old English teacher and Israeli-American living near the Gaza border who was believed to have been taken hostage by Hamas militants during the Oct. 7 attack, was actually killed on the day of the assault. Last week, officials said her husband, Gadi Haggai, was also killed on Oct. 7. Ian Lee reports.
American believed to be hostage killed Oct. 7
A 70-year-old woman with U.S. citizenship who was believed to have been taken hostage by Hamas was killed during the Oct. 7 attack, according to the kibbutz she was taken from. The news comes as Israel continues its airstrikes on Gaza. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has the latest on the war.
IDF expands fighting into Gaza refugee camps
Israel's military is expanding its ground offensive near refugee camps in Gaza. BBC News correspondent Shaimaa Khalil reports on what is happening to the Palestinians in those camps and others trying to move toward the Rafah crossing.
New life amid death and destruction in Gaza
As Israel continues its deadly bombardment in Gaza, there is new life amid the carnage as a young woman gives birth to quadruplets. Hospitals in the territory have been decimated by months of warfare. Ian Lee reports. (Caution: Some of the images in this report are disturbing.)
Gaza family tries to protect newborn quadruplets amid destruction of war
As Israel continues its deadly bombardment in Gaza, there is new life amid the carnage.
Israel warns about Lebanon border hostilities as war in Gaza rages on
"If the world and Lebanon's government will not work to stop the shooting at Israel and to distance Hezbollah from the border, the IDF will do so," an Israeli government minister says.
Wars abroad dominate 2023 U.S. foreign policy
Geopolitics took center stage in 2023 with the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war and the continuation of the war in Ukraine. Seth Jones, senior vice president of the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to discuss how the year's major global events impacted U.S. foreign affairs.
Israel pounds central and southern Gaza after widening its offensive
"It was a night of hell. We haven't seen such bombing since the start of the war," one Gaza resident says.
Biden unveils final 2023 Ukraine aid package
The Biden administration announced an additional $250 million in military aid for Ukraine on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry explains where the money is coming from and how it will help the nation in its war with Russia.
Gaza death toll continues to climb
As Israel continues its bombardment of Gaza, the death toll has now surpassed 21,000, according to the Hamas-run Ministry of Health. Ian Lee reports.
Teens and misinformation on social media
A CBS News investigation has found misinformation about the Israel-Hamas war is widespread on social media, the main news source for 51% of teens, according to a new poll from Deloitte. National correspondent Tom Hanson explains the consequences of being "misinformed" and what can be done to help decipher the truth.
Mideast conflict threatens to expand
Israel says refugee camps in central Gaza are now part of its "target area" to root out Hamas. As Imtiaz Tyab reports, there are fears the conflict could escalate after Iran vows Israel will "pay the price" after the death of a Revolutionary Guard commander in an airstrike in Syria.
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, striking down Trump's order
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Supreme Court strikes down coordinated campaign spending limits
The Supreme Court struck down federal limits on the amount of money a political committee can spend in coordination with federal candidates.
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U.S.-Iran peace efforts inch along, mired by Israel's fight with Hezbollah
A long-term U.S.-Iran peace deal may depend on a separate agreement between Israel and Lebanon. Analysts say that presents a problem.
Maps show heat dome forecast to scorch major U.S. cities this week
A heat wave will blast much of the eastern U.S. this week, and forecasters say temperatures will feel even hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.
LeBron James to leave Lakers, play elsewhere in 24th NBA season
James, 41, played eight seasons with the Lakers and led the franchise to its 17th NBA championship in the 2019-2020 season.
Rescuers cling to hope for survivors 6 days after Venezuela earthquakes
The earthquakes that hit Venezuela 6 days ago may have damaged or destroyed 58,000 buildings, NASA says, as rescuers race the clock to find survivors.
Supreme Court upholds state transgender athlete bans in girls' and women's sports
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
GOP Rep. Tom Kean returns to Congress, says he was diagnosed with depression
The New Jersey congressman missed more than 140 votes since March 5 as those around him declined to give specifics about his medical issue.
He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
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Starter homes are out of reach for most prospective homebuyers
The typical non-homeowner household earns about $7,000 less than what's needed to buy an entry-level home, according to LendingTree.
Supreme Court says nation's top copyright official can keep job for now
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said it won't allow President Trump to remove the nation's top copyright official.
Supreme Court takes up challenges to AR-15 bans
The Supreme Court agreed to take up challenges to so-called assault-weapons bans in Cook County, Illinois, and Connecticut.
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, striking down Trump's order
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Supreme Court strikes down coordinated campaign spending limits
The Supreme Court struck down federal limits on the amount of money a political committee can spend in coordination with federal candidates.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding rumors fuel big bets on prediction markets
The impending wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has already generated more than $4.5 million in wagers, according to Kalshi.
Starter homes are out of reach for most prospective homebuyers
The typical non-homeowner household earns about $7,000 less than what's needed to buy an entry-level home, according to LendingTree.
AI could make people dull, one scientist fears. Here's why.
AI tends to "play it safe within a user's preferences," nudging people toward more conventional choices, according to computational social scientist Sandra Matz.
Ford recalls more than 741,000 vehicles due to faulty park system
Ford estimates that 1% of the vehicles have the defect, according to the recall notice.
He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
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Supreme Court says nation's top copyright official can keep job for now
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said it won't allow President Trump to remove the nation's top copyright official.
Supreme Court takes up challenges to AR-15 bans
The Supreme Court agreed to take up challenges to so-called assault-weapons bans in Cook County, Illinois, and Connecticut.
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, striking down Trump's order
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Supreme Court strikes down coordinated campaign spending limits
The Supreme Court struck down federal limits on the amount of money a political committee can spend in coordination with federal candidates.
Supreme Court upholds state transgender athlete bans in girls' and women's sports
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
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What is the viral trend looksmaxxing?
Looksmaxxing is a viral and controversial trend that encourages young men to maximize their appearance. Adam Yamaguchi shows why it's resonating with some people.
He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Mom gets answers after fighting for diagnosis: "Something's wrong"
Michelle Williams struggled with high blood pressure and swelling for years before she was finally diagnosed with an unusual condition.
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Arrests made after bomb attack targets reporter threatened by mafia
Sigfrido Ranucci had just returned home at the time of the explosion, and his daughter had walked by a half-hour before, his employer said.
Rescuers cling to hope for survivors 6 days after Venezuela earthquakes
The earthquakes that hit Venezuela 6 days ago may have damaged or destroyed 58,000 buildings, NASA says, as rescuers race the clock to find survivors.
Prince Harry "exploring every option" to bring family on U.K. visit
Prince Harry's request for taxpayer-funded police protection during a visit home this summer was reportedly rejected by U.K. authorities.
Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
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U.S.-Iran peace efforts inch along, mired by Israel's fight with Hezbollah
A long-term U.S.-Iran peace deal may depend on a separate agreement between Israel and Lebanon. Analysts say that presents a problem.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding rumors fuel big bets on prediction markets
The impending wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has already generated more than $4.5 million in wagers, according to Kalshi.
Brandon Lake opens up about his music
Grammy-winner Brandon Lake is one of the biggest names in Christian music. He speaks with "CBS Mornings" about how his audience is growing, collaborations and how he got his start.
Taylor Swift wedding mystery deepens
Will Taylor Swift be marrying Travis Kelce this week at Madison Square Garden? Jericka Duncan reports.
Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
Aide who planned JFK Jr.'s secret wedding weighs in on Swift-Kelce rumors
RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.
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AI could make people dull, one scientist fears. Here's why.
AI tends to "play it safe within a user's preferences," nudging people toward more conventional choices, according to computational social scientist Sandra Matz.
U.S. eases restrictions on Mythos AI model
The Trump administration is allowing Anthropic to restore access to its Mythos 5 AI model for a select group of U.S. companies and federal agencies. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
How trains drove American history
The transcontinental railroad changed just about everything in America: transportation, communications, commerce, cities, politics, even our perception of time. Correspondent David Pogue visits Steamtown National Historic Site, in Scranton, Pa., home to Big Boy, the biggest functioning steam train in the world, to learn how trains helped define an expansive America.
California creates AI job trend tracker
California now has the nation's first dashboard to publicly track artificial intelligence-related job trends, ones created and ones lost. As of now, early findings show no evidence of rising statewide unemployment from jobs exposed to AI. Till von Wachter, a faculty director of the California Policy Lab at UCLA, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
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Suspect in D.C. Israeli murders back in court
The man accused of killing two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, D.C., is back in court today. CBS News crime and public safety unit's senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has more on the case.
Arrests made after bomb attack targets reporter threatened by mafia
Sigfrido Ranucci had just returned home at the time of the explosion, and his daughter had walked by a half-hour before, his employer said.
Over half a million dollars stolen from ATMs in "jackpotting" scheme
Four men are accused of stealing more than half a million dollars from ATMs in Connecticut, in a "jackpotting scheme," authorities said.
Monaco attack injures at least 3
Officials say a bomb went off at a residential building in Monaco, leaving at least three people injured, including a Ukrainian businessman. Chris Livesay reports.
Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
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NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
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NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
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The Supreme Court ruled to uphold birthright citizenship on Tuesday, thwarting President Trump's attempts to end the constitutional right. Meanwhile, the highest court allowed states to ban transgender athletes from girls' and women's sports, and struck down limits on coordinated campaign spending. CBS News' Jan Crawford has more.
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