North Korea launches ICBM ahead of South Korea-Japan summit
The launch came just before South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was to meet with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo.
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Stocks slump as Credit Suisse selloff reignites bank worries
"Credit Suisse is not just a Swiss problem but a global one," one Wall Street analyst said after the bank's shares tumbled.
Retrial ordered for the world's longest-serving death row inmate
Iwao Hakamada was sentenced for the 1966 killing of four family members. His lawyers say the conviction was based on a forced confession and fabricated evidence.
4 astronauts depart International Space Station
Two NASA astronauts, a Japanese astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut departed the International Space Station Saturday in a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule headed back to earth.
Upscale inn admits lax care of bathwater spawned potentially fatal bacteria
"It was a selfish reason," said the president of the company operating the nearly 160-year-old inn.
Wild boar attacks snowboarders
A wild boar emerged out of the woods and lunged at two unsuspecting snowboarders at a resort in Japan.
A mysterious, large metal ball was discovered on a beach in Japan
While the ball that appeared on the beach in Japan is not a floating balloon, it comes at a time of heightened concern over unidentified objects because of various spy balloon sightings.
Mysterious ball appears on Japanese beach
A mysterious metal sphere was found on a beach in Hamamatsu City, Japan, this week. Its origins are unknown, but authorities are investigating.
North Korea launches two ballistic missiles
North Korea has launched two ballistic missiles, which fell into the sea near Japan's exclusive economic zone with no reports of any vessels or aircraft being damaged by the missiles, just two days after firing an intercontinental ballistic missile. CBS News foreign correspondent Lucy Craft joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the latest launch.
Is Japan "going to sink, right along with its birth rate"?
Some sociologists say the approach adopted by Japan's largely older, male leaders ignores the real problem.
U.S. ambassador to Japan is confident Japan will ban LGBTQ discrimination
Activists are urging the government to enact anti-discrimination legislation before Japan hosts the G-7 summit of industrialized nations in Hiroshima in May.
Japan's women are done buying men Valentine's "obligation chocolates"
In the 1980s it became a custom for females to buy chocolate to hand out to male co-workers and bosses. Many are "glad it's over."
North Korea displays record number of missiles
North Korea put on a show of force this week with a military parade featuring more intercontinental ballistic missiles than ever before. Many of the missiles are believed to have the capability of reaching the U.S. Elizabeth Palmer has the details.
Murray Carter and secrets of bladesmithing
Murray Carter spent nearly two decades in Japan before bringing eastern bladesmithing techniques west. Today, he is one of the few Americans who make custom made knives full-time, inside his shop in Idaho. Carter’s kitchen knives are both works of art, and exceptional tools. Jeff Glor reports.
"Sushi terrorism" prank videos spark outrage, and sympathy, in Japan
A handful of "sickening" videos showing people tampering with items on Japan's ubiquitous sushi conveyor belts have caused shockwaves.
As China builds nukes and ties with Russia, NATO seeks new "friends"
"China is not our adversary," Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said, "but we must understand the scale of the challenge and work together to address it."
American pro among skiers killed by avalanche in Japan
A photographer who was taking part in the backcountry ski trip said Kyle Smaine was "thrown 50 meters by the air blast and buried" in the avalanche.
Japan firm opens whale meat vending machines to push sales
Conservationists say they are worried the move could be a step toward expanded whaling.
Stocks fall as recession fears weigh on market
"Disappointing U.S. data releases and hawkish Fed rhetoric are also adding to the risk-off mood," said one analyst.
Getting to "yes": Marriage proposals become big business in Japan
In social media age, a simple declaration of devotion and a selfie may not cut it, prompting some young lovers to spend thousands for a more Instagram-able moment.
Fallout from Biden documents controversy
President Joe Biden is hosting the Japanese Prime Minister at the White House today amid fallout from the classified documents controversy. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins the show to discuss how the White House has been reacting to the controversy. She also shares details on the president's meeting with the Japanese prime minister.
Biden meeting with Japanese PM
President Biden is meeting with Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the White House on Friday. It's the first meeting between the two leaders since Japan announced its biggest military buildup since World War II. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the high-stakes meeting.
Exploring the art of Japanese swordsmanship
They say it's never too late to try something new, so CBS News correspondent Vlad Duthiers kicked off 2023 by learning the art of Japanese swordsmanship, a passion he's always wanted to explore. Duthiers learns the history of the samurai sword and what it takes truly master the katana.
Suspect in assassination of former Japanese PM Abe charged with murder
Tetsuya Yamagami allegedly shot and killed Shinzo Abe in early July but underwent a months-long mental evaluation that prosecutors say showed he's fit to stand trial.
As inflation eases, U.S. economy looks a little less bleak
With inflation showing signs of cooling down, Americans may yet evade a recession, experts said.
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Iran reimposes Strait of Hormuz restrictions, citing U.S. blockade
Iran swiftly reversed course on reopening the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. said the move would not end its blockade.
Trump signs order to research psychedelic used abroad to treat PTSD
The executive order will open the door for more research into the psychedelic drug ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
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Reporters from CBS News carefully arranged a risky trip into the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what they saw.
Trump says Iranians have "agreed to everything," including removal of enriched uranium
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
How the dispute between Trump and Pope Leo escalated
President Trump has lobbed insults at Pope Leo XIV in response to his criticisms of the war in Iran, marking an unusually pronounced rupture between the leaders of the world's most powerful country and the world's largest Christian denomination.
Midwest, Great Lakes brace for more severe storms
Severe thunderstorms are forecast across the Southern Plains, Mississippi Valley and Great Lakes on Saturday.
U.S. delegation visited Cuba last week as Trump heaped pressure on island
A delegation of senior State Department representatives traveled to Cuba via a U.S. government plane last week, officials said, a diplomatic opening amid intense pressure from the Trump administration.
Lead prosecutor on probe into John Brennan is removed from case, sources say
Maria Medetis Long, who was overseeing a criminal investigation into whether former CIA Director John Brennan lied to Congress is no longer assigned to the case.
Thomas, Alito not planning to retire from Supreme Court this year, sources say
Sources close to Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas tell CBS News neither is planning to retire this year.
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U.K. man pleads guilty to hacking scheme that stole $8 million
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
Midwest, Great Lakes brace for more severe storms
Severe thunderstorms are forecast across the Southern Plains, Mississippi Valley and Great Lakes on Saturday.
Appeals court allows all White House ballroom construction to resume
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
How the dispute between Trump and Pope Leo escalated
President Trump has lobbed insults at Pope Leo XIV in response to his criticisms of the war in Iran, marking an unusually pronounced rupture between the leaders of the world's most powerful country and the world's largest Christian denomination.
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Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
Airlines cut routes in response to rising jet fuel costs amid Iran war
Rising jet fuel prices are forcing airlines to cut routes and trim schedules.
Oil prices plummet after Iran says Strait of Hormuz is "completely open"
Prices dropped after Iran's foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open" for the remainder of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
Here's who is spending money on AI subscriptions, and how much they cost
Households are starting to make room in their budgets for spending on generative AI subscriptions, new data shows.
Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million pickup trucks due to gearshift issue
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
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Trump signs order to research psychedelic used abroad to treat PTSD
The executive order will open the door for more research into the psychedelic drug ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Appeals court allows all White House ballroom construction to resume
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
U.S. delegation visited Cuba last week as Trump heaped pressure on island
A delegation of senior State Department representatives traveled to Cuba via a U.S. government plane last week, officials said, a diplomatic opening amid intense pressure from the Trump administration.
How the dispute between Trump and Pope Leo escalated
President Trump has lobbed insults at Pope Leo XIV in response to his criticisms of the war in Iran, marking an unusually pronounced rupture between the leaders of the world's most powerful country and the world's largest Christian denomination.
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Trump signs order to research psychedelic used abroad to treat PTSD
The executive order will open the door for more research into the psychedelic drug ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
Dr. Erica Schwartz nominated for CDC director
President Trump nominated a new director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday. Dr. Erica Schwartz is a former deputy surgeon general and retired Coast Guard rear admiral.
RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, kicking off an expected sprint of seven budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.
Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
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U.S. delegation visited Cuba last week as Trump heaped pressure on island
A delegation of senior State Department representatives traveled to Cuba via a U.S. government plane last week, officials said, a diplomatic opening amid intense pressure from the Trump administration.
How the dispute between Trump and Pope Leo escalated
President Trump has lobbed insults at Pope Leo XIV in response to his criticisms of the war in Iran, marking an unusually pronounced rupture between the leaders of the world's most powerful country and the world's largest Christian denomination.
Trump says Iranians have "agreed to everything," including removal of enriched uranium
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
U.S. could send senior officials back to Pakistan for Iran talks within days, sources say
The Trump administration is considering a renewed diplomatic push that could send officials back to Pakistan within days, sources said.
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CBS News took a boat into the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what we saw.
Reporters from CBS News carefully arranged a risky trip into the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what they saw.
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What we know about d4vd's arrest
David Burke, a singer who performs under the name d4vd, is behind bars on suspicion of murder. He was arrested after the body of a 14-year-old girl was found in the trunk of his Tesla in September 2025. Matt Gutman reports.
AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence.
Surprise twist in "Survivor 50" elimination
(Warning: Spoilers ahead!) "CBS Mornings" reveals a surprising twist in Wednesday's "Survivor 50" episode that led to a historic trial council ceremony.
More on Live Nation, Ticketmaster ruling
A jury ruled that Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as an illegal monopoly. Variety's Jem Aswad joins CBS News with more.
Simon Helberg on "The Audacity"
Simon Helberg, known for his role as Howard in "The Big Bang Theory," talks about the new show "The Audacity." Helberg plays a developer who is creating an AI companion. He explains what drew him to the role and discusses the show's messages about humanity and technology.
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Experts have warning for AI-generated podcasts
Millions of Americans get health information from podcasts. Now, some medical experts are warning about the harmful impacts of misinformation on these programs. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them?
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
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.
AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence.
Key takeaways on Anthropic's new AI model
More concerns are emerging about Anthropic's new Mythos AI model. Matt Shumer, a former AI company founder and CEO, joins CBS News with more details.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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U.K. man pleads guilty to hacking scheme that stole $8 million
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
What we know about d4vd's arrest
David Burke, a singer who performs under the name d4vd, is behind bars on suspicion of murder. He was arrested after the body of a 14-year-old girl was found in the trunk of his Tesla in September 2025. Matt Gutman reports.
Why Todd Lyons is leaving his ICE role
Acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons is planning to leave his post soon, U.S. officials familiar with his plan told CBS News. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
ICE agent faces assault charges
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent Gregory Morgan Jr. of Temple Hills, Maryland, is facing assault charges for allegedly pointing a gun at two people in Minnesota. CBS News' Jonah Kaplan reports.
Activist recalls surviving assassination attempt caught on video
An environmentalist who survived an assassination attempt spoke during the presentation of a report that documented the killing of 10 activists in Mexico in 2025.
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Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
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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
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Kimberly Langwell Hidden Grave | Post Mortem
Join "48 Hours" correspondents Anne-Marie Green and Peter Van Sant as they discuss the case of Kim Langwell, who was missing for more than two decades until her body was discovered under the floor of her ex-boyfriend's house.
Watch Pope Leo's visit to Cameroon
Pope Leo XIV visited Cameroon on his tour of Africa. He garnered a crowd of around 120,000 people for mass in Douala. He also spoke with students and faculty at the Catholic University of Central Africa and attended a Catholic hospital. The visit came amid his ongoing feud with President Trump.
Pope Leo visits Africa during Trump clash
Pope Leo was in Angola on Friday for the third leg of his tour of Africa after he held a mass in Cameroon in front of roughly 120,000 people. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports and Michelle Boorstein, a religion reporter at the Washington Post, has more.
Why might China seek involvement in Iran war?
U.S. officials tell CBS News that days after the war with Iran started, U.S. intelligence detected that China was weighing whether to supply Iran with advanced radar technology. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
Democratic, GOP strategists on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump and Iran proclaimed on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is open. Political strategists Hannah Muldavin and Kevin Sheridan join "The Takeout" with analysis.