CIA chief Gina Haspel briefs House members on Khashoggi murder
After meeting with Senate leaders last week, administration officials briefed a handful of House lawmakers on the Saudi journalist's brutal killing
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Trump says he's not worried about impeachment, stands by Saudi prince
The president warned a "revolt" would ensue if he was impeached when Democrats take control of the House in January
Jamal Khashoggi, other journalists are Time's Person of the Year
Slain Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi, journalists chosen over special counsel Robert Mueller, Vladimir Putin, Trump
Trump, Mueller, Putin among Time Person of the Year candidates
Time magazine released its shortlist of candidates to be named its annual Person of the Year
U.S. intends to support Saudi Arabia
A State Department official said Sunday the U.S. intends to continue Saudi Arabia’s military interests in Yemen, which has been torn apart by years of civil war. Some U.S. senators want to pull that support after the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Elizabeth Palmer is the only U.S. correspondent inside Yemen and reports from Aden.
Pelosi says House will receive briefing on Khashoggi murder next week
After a briefing with senators, the Trump administration will hold a meeting with a handful of House members, Pelosi said
Bipartisan resolution blames Saudi Arabia for journalist's killing
Bipartisan measure says Saudi Arabia's crown prince is complicit in the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi
Saudi ambassador back in U.S. despite continuing firestorm over Khashoggi killing: AFP
Khalid bin Salman is brother of controversial Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who's alleged to have played major role in slaying
Turkey seeks arrest of Saudi crown prince allies in Khashoggi killing
Istanbul prosecutor files application for warrants for Prince Mohammed bin Salman's aides accused of being "among the planners" of the murder
CIA director's Khashoggi briefing
After a briefing from CIA Director Gina Haspel, Sen. Lindsey Graham says there's a "smoking saw" that connects Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Wall Street Journal national security reporter Warren Strobel joins CBSN to discuss.
Senators get CIA briefing on Khashoggi murder
After CIA Director Gina Haspel briefed leaders of the Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees on the killing of dissident Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, lawmakers said they were even more confident that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was involved.
Graham after CIA briefing on Khashoggi murder: "There's a smoking saw"
After demands from lawmakers, director Gina Haspel briefed senators about Jamal Khashoggi's killing on Tuesday morning
Gina Haspel is expected to brief senators on Khashoggi killing Tuesday
After demands from lawmakers, director Gina Haspel is expected to brief senators about Jamal Khashoggi's murder on Tuesday, CBS News reports
James Mattis says Putin tried to "muck around" in midterm elections
The defense secretary said relationship between Russia and U.S. "has worsened." Mattis also said U.S. would be "unrelenting" in ensuring those responsible for Jamal Khashoggi's death would be held accountable
Corker on U.S. response to Khashoggi's death
In an interview with ""CBS This Morning"" co-host John Dickerson, Sen. Bob Corker discussed the U.S. response to the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. He said the response sends a ""signal to the world"" that all we care about is money.
Bob Corker believes Mohammed bin Salman "directed" journalist Jamal Khashoggi's death
Corker addressed the U.S. response to journalist Jamal Khashoggi's death in an interview with John Dickerson
Corker said MBS "directed" journalist's death
In an interview with "CBS This Morning" co-host John Dickerson, Republican Sen. Bob Corker said he believes Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman "directed" journalist Jamal Khashoggi's death. He said it doesn't matter if there's a "smoking gun."
Trump's meetings at the G-20 summit
President Trump has canceled two planned meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the G-20 summit in Argentina. Mr. Trump is expected to meet with Chinese president Xi Jinping, while he hopes to avoid interaction with Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett explains what's at stake.
Graham says White House promised CIA briefing on Khashoggi "soon"
Graham, a ally of President Trump, said he heard from the White House on his demand to receive a CIA briefing on the Jamal Khashoggi killing, and he will receive one "soon"
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Trump facing challenges at G-20 summit
President Trump is traveling to Argentina for the G-20 summit. His trip comes as tensions escalate between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia over the Yemen war and Jamal Khashoggi's murder. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with more.
Trump heads for G-20 after Senate rebuke of his support for Saudis
President has vowed to veto legislation, backed by many Republicans, to end U.S. role in Saudi-led Yemen war over journalist's killing
Senators question journalist's death
The secretaries of state and defense tried to address growing concerns in the Senate over the Trump administration's response to the muder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. U.S. intelligence officials determined Saudi security officials were most likely acting on orders from the crown prince. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Senate briefed on U.S.-Saudi relations
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mike Pompeo were on Capitol Hill Wednesday to brief senators on U.S.-Saudi relations. But one person was conspicuously not in attendance: CIA director Gina Haspel. CBS News chief Congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to discuss.
Senate advances measure to end support for Saudi war in Yemen
The bipartisan measure would remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities in Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress
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U.S. unveiling "economic D-Day" sanctions against Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said new sanctions being imposed on Iran would amount to the "greatest financial offensive" ever.
Watch Live: Lindsay Clancy trial continues with rebuttal witnesses
The Lindsay Clancy trial resumed with prosecution rebuttal witnesses taking the stand in the Massachusetts murder case.
Watch Live: Bessent speaks as Trump administration amid new Iran sanctions
The Trump administration is trying to pull all economic levers at its disposal to cripple Tehran.
Out-of-control Hawk Fire in Reno keeping tens of thousands evacuated
Shifting winds challenged firefighters battling the out-of-control Hawk Fire in Reno, Nevada, that was keeping tens of thousands of people evacuated.
Ted Cruz says Texas Senate race will be a "$200 million" fight
GOP Sen. Ted Cruz outlined the road ahead for Republicans as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces off against state Rep. James Talarico in the closely watched contest.
Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
Sean Grayson, convicted in killing of Sonya Massey, dies in prison, attorney says
Grayson, 32, was found guilty last October of second-degree murder for the shooting of Sonya Massey and was serving a 20-year sentence.
A massive data center hub is likely heating up a town outside London
Researchers say residents of Slough, just outside London, are likely very literally feeling the heat from a massive cluster of data centers in their town.
Ex-NBA center ejected from WNBA game after being confronted by player
The WNBA has been the subject of recent debates on whether transgender women should be allowed to participate in the league.
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Washington Post ordered to reinstate columnist fired after Charlie Kirk posts
The ruling said the newspaper did not have sufficient cause to terminate Karen Attiah, who at the time was the last Black full-time member of the Post's opinion desk.
A principal lost his job after helping a homeless student. He has no regrets.
Rob Burnside, a principal at an Ohio high school, made the decision to help one of his students, and it cost him his job.
Watch Live: Bessent speaks as Trump administration amid new Iran sanctions
The Trump administration is trying to pull all economic levers at its disposal to cripple Tehran.
Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
Ted Cruz says Texas Senate race will be a "$200 million" fight
GOP Sen. Ted Cruz outlined the road ahead for Republicans as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces off against state Rep. James Talarico in the closely watched contest.
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Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
Canada says it will begin retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods after Labor Day
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Walmart to let shoppers use Apple Pay and other tap-to-pay methods
Walmart will let shoppers use tap-to-pay methods, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, beginning later this month.
TikTok agrees to pay $400 million to settle child privacy lawsuit
The Justice Department sued TikTok in 2024, alleging that it violated a U.S. law prohibiting the collection of kids' data.
People are scrambling to find wads of cash dropped all over American cities
Cash drop social media accounts have people racing to find money hidden across the country. Here's what's behind the viral videos.
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Watch Live: Bessent speaks as Trump administration amid new Iran sanctions
The Trump administration is trying to pull all economic levers at its disposal to cripple Tehran.
Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
Ted Cruz says Texas Senate race will be a "$200 million" fight
GOP Sen. Ted Cruz outlined the road ahead for Republicans as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces off against state Rep. James Talarico in the closely watched contest.
U.S. destroys alleged drug-smuggling boat in Pacific, killing 2 people
Since then, more than 200 people have been killed in U.S. strikes in the eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
Trump puts autistic kids in the spotlight and cuts agencies built to protect them
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
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Trump puts autistic kids in the spotlight and cuts agencies built to protect them
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
The explosion of ticks and Alpha-gal syndrome
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
The explosion of ticks and Alpha-gal syndrome
This year, emergency room visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how residents of Martha Vineyard are addressing an epidemic of Alpha-gal, and talks with experts about how best to avoid tick bites.
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Olympian Jenny Simpson shares rare diagnosis
Retired Olympic runner Jenny Simpson earned a slew of accolades for her performances in three Olympic Games — but two months ago, she nearly died after suffering a cardiac event. Simpson spoke with Errol Barnett about her diagnosis of arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy, the rare ailment she'd unknowingly carried for four decades.
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A massive data center hub is likely heating up a town outside London
Researchers say residents of Slough, just outside London, are likely very literally feeling the heat from a massive cluster of data centers in their town.
Watch Live: Bessent speaks as Trump administration amid new Iran sanctions
The Trump administration is trying to pull all economic levers at its disposal to cripple Tehran.
How long before China is ready to deploy humanoid robot soldiers?
A Chinese robotics developer tells CBS News humanoids won't turn against humans as they're just machines: "It all depends on who controls them."
4 arrested after world champion boxer shot dead in South Africa
Zolani Tete made history in 2017 when he took just 11 seconds to knock out his opponent with his first punch to retain his WBO bantamweight crown.
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U.S. unveiling "economic D-Day" sanctions against Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said new sanctions being imposed on Iran would amount to the "greatest financial offensive" ever.
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"Cooking with Levi" family on new cookbook
Levi Zhang and his parents share some recipes from their new cookbook and talk about how their viral videos started.
Bunny Levine, "Gilmore Girls" and "La La Land" actress, dies at 97
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Robin Wall Kimmerer on the wonders of nature
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The real no-shoes Kenny Chesney
In his recent memoir, "Heart Life Music," Kenny Chesney describes his life's journey, from Knoxville, Tenn., to No Shoes Nation and beyond. Chesney sits down with Lee Cowan in the Florida Keys, where the country superstar is just another laid-back local, to talk about family, touring, and how he recovered from a 2009 concert which he describes as "hitting a wall." [Originally broadcast Oct. 26, 2025.]
Milan's Casa Verdi, a rest home for musicians living in harmony
Opera great Giuseppe Verdi, one of history's most successful composers, used his fortune to create a retirement home for professional musicians "not favored by fortune." Residents of Casa Verdi in Milan not only share their lifetimes of artistry, they also provide master classes to young musicians. Chris Livesay reports.
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A massive data center hub is likely heating up a town outside London
Researchers say residents of Slough, just outside London, are likely very literally feeling the heat from a massive cluster of data centers in their town.
How long before China is ready to deploy humanoid robot soldiers?
A Chinese robotics developer tells CBS News humanoids won't turn against humans as they're just machines: "It all depends on who controls them."
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.
Robot beats Usain Bolt's running record
Robots are competing in China, showcasing new skills that may beat records set by humans. CBS News' Anna Coren reports from Beijing.
Laptop catches fire on flight to Dallas
A laptop caught fire during an American Airlines flight from Atlanta to Dallas on Friday, ramping up concern over lithium batteries overheating. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
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Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
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Clancy trial reaches last testimony stage
There are a few more witnesses expected on the stand for rebuttals before the Lindsay Clancy murder trial moves on to jury instructions and closing arguments. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul and Caroline Polisi have more.
2 takes on Lindsay Clancy's state of mind
Experts testifying at the Lindsay Clancy trial offered different takes on her state of mind at the time when she allegedly killed her three children. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe breaks down the testimony.
Latest news on Lindsay Clancy trial
Closing arguments in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial are set to begin after weeks of testimony in Massachusetts. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
4 arrested after world champion boxer shot dead in South Africa
Zolani Tete made history in 2017 when he took just 11 seconds to knock out his opponent with his first punch to retain his WBO bantamweight crown.
2 Phoenix police officers fired, arrested after violent traffic stop
Two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested after an unreported traffic stop in which they assaulted a man and woman and shocked them with a Taser, the city's police chief said.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
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Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
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Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Trump tries to fight Iran war with sanctions
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is expected to announce more sanctions against Iran as the war continues. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports.
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Clancy trial reaches last testimony stage
There are a few more witnesses expected on the stand for rebuttals before the Lindsay Clancy murder trial moves on to jury instructions and closing arguments. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul and Caroline Polisi have more.