Gunmen kidnap 140 high school students in Nigeria
It's the fourth mass school kidnap to hit Nigeria's northwest Kaduna state since December.
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Police officer on trial for U.K. woman murder
A London police officer has pleaded guilty to the rape and kidnapping of Sarah Everard, the 33-year-old marketing executive whose killing in March touched off national anger across the U.K. at male violence against women. Roxana Saberi brings the latest on the officer’s murder trial.
Girl who fought off attempted kidnapper speaks out
Alyssa Bonal was waiting for the school bus when a man jumped out of his vehicle and charged her with a knife. The 11-year-old fought back, saying she learned a trick from watching “Law and Order: Special Victims Unit.” Jonathan Vigliotti has the details.
Boko Haram releases kidnapped girls
Boko Haram released nearly all of the 110 schoolgirls kidnapped last month. Upon their return home, the group warned parents and neighbors not to send the girls back to school. The Nigerian government says they used a "back channel" to negotiate the release. Karen Attiah, Global Opinions editor at The Washington Post, and discusses the release and Boko Haram's previous kidnappings.
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Iraqi boy escapes ISIS
An 8-year-old Iraqi boy is back in his home country after he was kidnapped by ISIS militants nearly three years ago. While living under ISIS rule, he says he also lived with an American family. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams has his story.
Death sentence for kidnap, killing
A Missouri judge on Jan. 11 sentenced Craig Wood to death in the kidnap, rape and murder of 10-year-old Hailey Owens, who was kidnapped off the street in 2014. Collin Lingo reports for CBS affiliate KOLR.
Army trainee uses rifle to hijack school bus
An armed Army trainee at Fort Jackson in South Carolina is facing kidnapping charges for hijacking a school bus filled with children. David Martin reports.
Missing Illinois student
A student in her 20's was abducted and is believed to be dead. Officials arrested a man in connection with the kidnapping. CBS News reporter Anna Werner spoke with CBSN about the case.
Model's kidnapping claim
A British model says she was kidnapped by a criminal group that planned to sell her as a slave on the dark web. CBSN's Anne-Marie Green has the story.
Chinese scholar's kidnapping
Brendt Christensen, the man charged in the kidnapping of a Chinese scholar, allegedly spoke about what makes an ideal victim. A prosecutor described the alleged comments at Christensen's second court hearing Wednesday. He is being held without bond after the June kidnapping of Yingying Zhang. Anna Werner reports.
Kidnap suspect in court
The man suspected of kidnapping a missing Chinese grad student at the University of Illinois is facing federal charges and is set to appear in court. CBS News correspondent Anna Werner joins CBSN with more on this developing story.
Chinese visiting scholar's abduction
Brendt Christensen is facing federal charges in the June kidnapping of Yingying Zhang, a Chinese visiting scholar, and is set to make his second court appearance Wednesday. If convicted, the Illinois man could serve life in prison. Anna Werner reports.
New details in student disappearance
An Illinois man accused of kidnapping a Chinese exchange student will appear before a judge Monday. When investigators reviewed the search history on Brendt Christensen's phone, it showed he had visited a website about abduction. Investigators don't believe the student is still alive. Tony Dokoupil reports.
"48 Hours"
"48 Hours: Serial Confessions" shares the shocking story of Kala Brown, the woman captured and held captive in a storage container last year. "48 Hours" producer Paul LaRosa joins CBSN with more on the story.
Fake kidnapping scams
American law enforcement is warning people about a rise in a particular scam where callers tell someone their loved one has been kidnapped and demand money for their safety. Anna Werner spoke to one couple who lost $17,000.
"48 Hours" preview
From the night 8-year-old Jennifer Schuett was kidnapped from her bed -- assaulted and left for dead -- she vowed to find the man who hurt her. It took nearly 20 years, but her determination paid off. Michelle Miller joins "CBS This Morning" to preview "'48 Hours' Live to Tell: Afraid of the Dark," airing Saturday at 10/9c on CBS.
WorldView: Myanmar fighting & more headlines
An insurgent group Myanmar has attacked and destroyed an army base right by the border with Thailand. Two more kidnapped university students have been killed in Nigeria. Russia cracks down on the opposition movement led by Alexey Navalny. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with a roundup of headlines around the world.
Abducted girl meets parents
A girl who was abducted from a Florida hospital in 1998 was reunited with her parents after nearly two decades. Investigators found 18-year-old Kamiyah Mobley living in a small town in South Carolina, almost 200 miles from where she disappeared. The woman she thought was her mother was charged with kidnapping and interference with custody. Tony Dokoupil reports.
Assault suspects charged
Four suspects were charged with hate crimes, kidnapping, battery and other offenses after beating and kicking an 18-year-old victim described as mentally challenged, and streaming video of the incident live on Facebook. Dean Reynolds has more.
Sneak peek: The Birthday Party
A federal prosecutor kidnapped at gunpoint on his birthday recounts his bizarre hostage ordeal. Watch "48 Hours Live to Tell," Saturday, Dec. 24 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.
The appeal of covering war
A 60 Minutes journalist narrowly escapes a car bomb in Iraq-- the place where he was kidnapped eight years ago. Why go back?
Preview: Don't Mess with Mary Quin
After narrowly surviving being held hostage, former-Xerox exec Mary Quin tells 60 Minutes how she brought a radical British cleric to justice for his role in the kidnapping. Bill Whitaker reports on Sunday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
Confession in 1989 MN killing
A chilling confession brings a close to a child kidnapping case that made national headlines nearly three decades ago. Danny Heinrich admitted Tuesday to killing 11-year-old Jacob Wetterling in 1989. The 53-year-old also confessed to sexually assaulting another boy. Jamie Yuccas reports.
1989 Minnesota cold case
Eleven-year-old Jacob Wetterling was abducted from St. Joseph, Minnesota, in 1989. Danny Heinrich, a person of interest in the boy's kidnapping, helped investigators find Wetterling. He's in jail on child pornography charges. Jamie Yuccas reports from St. Joseph, a community seeking closure.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Authorities say they're "aware of a new message" in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Winter Olympics begin with spectacular opening ceremony
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes.
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Trump called Sen. Tim Scott after lawmaker condemned image of Obamas
President Trump called GOP Sen. Tim Scott after the South Carolina Republican publicly urged the president to remove a reposted video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
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See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
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Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
How the Olympics' Parade of Nations country order works
Here's what to know about the Parade of Nations in the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony and how the country order is determined.
See the best Olympic opening ceremony outfits of the 2026 Winter Games
As the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics begin, all eyes were on teams from around the globe proudly donning their countries' uniforms for the opening ceremony, including Team USA in outfits designed by Ralph Lauren.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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Bad Bunny set for historic Super Bowl performance
Coming off a historic Grammy win, Bad Bunny is gearing up to make even more history at this weekend's Super Bowl. The musician is set to be the first Super Bowl headliner to perform completely in Spanish. Leila Cobo, co-chief content officer at Billboard, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
Bad Bunny hints at halftime show surprises
Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican singer born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, told fans to expect a special Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday. Nidia Cavazos reports on how the star is performing, and whether he'll have any surprise guests.
Bad Bunny set for historic halftime show
Bad Bunny will perform on the Super Bowl halftime stage on Sunday for an all-Spanish performance - a first at the big game. The six-time Grammy winner gave a preview ahead of his performance, saying, "they dont even have to learn Spanish. They just … it's better if they learn to dance."
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Super Bowl fans warned to keep drones at home with flights banned over big game
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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 will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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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.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities say they're "aware of a new message" in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Officials review new message in Guthrie case
Officials said they are "aware of a new message" in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance on Friday. Authorities have not given details on the contents of the message. Former FBI special agent FBI Doug Kouns joins CBS News to discuss.
Man spent decades making model of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost one million structures. Steve Hartman has the story.
Officials shut down man's free bus rides
After a licensed school bus driver finished his route, he decided to help after seeing lots of other children walking to school in the cold. As Tony Dokoupil reports, the offer was short-lived.
Olympics kick off with opening ceremony in Milan
The opening ceremony marked the official start of the 2026 Winter Olympics with celebrations at Milan's San Siro Stadium and at venues in Predazzo, Livigno and Cortina d'Ampezzo. Seth Doane reports.
What to know about high-stakes Super Bowl security
With less than 48 hours until kickoff for Super Bowl LX, security preparations are already in motion. Kris Van Cleave has a preview.