Zelenskyy denies plans to announce elections in Ukraine as war rages
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters Wednesday that Ukraine would "move toward elections when all the relevant security guarantees are in place."
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Former Ambassador William Taylor on "The Takeout"
Former Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor discusses the political history of Ukraine and what it was like seeing Volodymyr Zelenskyy's leadership emerge throughout his presidency. Taylor talks with CBS News' Major Garrett about Vladimir Putin's "blunders" during Russia's invasion and the hope he has for Ukraine to stand firm through this next phase of war. Taylor also talks about the international response and the prospect of prosecuting war crimes.
Reporter in Ukraine on feeling on the ground
A new round of U.S. brokered peace talks between Russia and Ukraine took place on Wednesday, even as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of violating a temporary truce. Asami Terajima, a reporter for the Kyiv Independent, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Russia hammers Ukraine on eve of peace talks
A day before Russian, Ukrainian and U.S. teams meet to talk peace, Putin's forces pounded Ukraine's energy infrastructure with dozens of drones and missiles.
Quieter night in Ukraine as Trump says Putin agreed to pause strikes
Zelenskyy says Ukraine will "take corresponding steps" as Trump says Putin agreed to stop bombing Ukrainian cities for a week.
Peace talks end constructively, Ukraine's Zelenskyy says, with more possible
The talks are the first known instance that officials from the Trump administration have sat down with Russia and Ukraine.
Ukrainians struggle as Russian strikes close schools, cut heat and power
Russia's relentless strikes leave families in Kyiv without heat and power, and keep schools closed for at least a month.
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Victims identified in Annunciation Catholic Church shooting in Minneapolis; Ukraine mourns after deadly Russian strikes on Kyiv.
Witkoff to meet with Kremlin envoy in Miami on U.S. peace plan for Ukraine
A U.S. official says a Kremlin envoy will travel to Florida to discuss a U.S.-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine.
Deadly Russian attack in Kyiv
Children are among those wounded after a massive Russian attack in Kyiv, Ukraine. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Russia unleashes massive attack in Kyiv
News is emerging of a deadly Russian attack in Ukraine overnight. Strikes and drones were reported in Kyiv. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more.
4 killed, 12 injured in Russian strikes on Ukrainian building, energy sites
A Russian drone has slammed into an apartment building in eastern Ukraine, killing three people, according to Ukrainian officials. Another strike also killed a worker at an energy company.
Major Russian attack on Kyiv, Ukraine
Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, overnight. Four people were killed and dozens were injured in what was one of the most sustained attacks since Moscow's invasion. Leigh Kiniry has more on the impact.
European leaders rally behind Ukraine ahead of Trump-Putin summit
European nations have rallied behind Ukraine as President Trump prepares for a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Russia hammers Kyiv with deadly strikes
Russia fired another deadly round of missiles and drones overnight against Ukraine's capital city of Kyiv. Tina Krause reports from London.
Zelenskyy faces protests over changes to Ukraine anti-corruption agencies
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is facing protests and EU criticism for the first time since Russia invaded, over changes to national anti-corruption agencies.
Ukraine secures billions in rebuild pledges
During a recovery conference in Rome on Thursday, Global leaders pledged to help rebuild Ukraine. The renewed vows of support come as Kyiv faces a new wave of Russian attacks. CBS News' Chris Livesay and Caitlin Huey-Burns have more.
Ukrainian spy agency officer shot dead in Kyiv
Ukrainian media posted what appeared to be security camera footage showing a man walking through a parking lot with bags being shot by another man.
Race to find survivors after Russian attack hits apartments in Kyiv
A Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine's capital killed at least 5 people, with more feared missing under the rubble of a damaged Kyiv apartment building.
Russia launches attack on Kyiv
Russia has carried out a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine's capital of Kyiv. Officials say at least 10 people have been killed and more than 100 injured. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
Russian drone, missile attack on Ukraine kills 15, including American
A combined Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine overnight killed at least 15 people — including an American citizen — and wounded scores of others, according to Ukrainian officials.
3 dead, 21 injured in Russian drone and missile attacks on Kharkiv
Ukraine says that a large Russian drone-and-missile attack has targeted the city of Kharkiv, killing at least three people and injuring 21.
Russia blasts Ukraine in retaliatory attack
Russia hit Ukraine with a massive attack that killed multiple people, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack was reportedly in response to Ukraine's planned drone strike that damaged Russian military bombers. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has the latest updates.
Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds of prisoners as strikes on Kyiv continue
Two successive nighttime Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv came amid a major prisoner exchange between the two countries.
Massive Russian strike on Ukraine's capital kills several, injures dozens
A massive Russian attack on Kyiv that killed several people and injured dozens came hours after peace talks appeared to stall and President Trump lashed out at Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.
FBI releases first description of suspect in Nancy Guthrie case, increases reward
Authorities on Thursday released the first physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with the Arizona disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Black gloves found in Nancy Guthrie search, sources say
The gloves will be tested for DNA as the search for Nancy Guthrie continues.
DOJ drops charges against men accused of assaulting ICE, citing "inconsistent" evidence
The Justice Department moved to drop charges against two men charged with assaulting ICE officers, citing "newly discovered evidence" that was "materially inconsistent" with the allegations.
Senate fails to advance DHS funding, teeing up partial shutdown
The Senate failed to advance a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday, paving the way for another partial government shutdown without a last-minute breakthrough.
CBP officer allegedly harbored unauthorized immigrant who was also his girlfriend and niece
The Justice Department alleges that CBP officer and supervisor Andres Wilkinson had been living in Laredo, Texas, with a woman who had overstayed her visa and is now in the U.S. illegally.
Judge blocks Pentagon from downgrading Sen. Mark Kelly's military rank, pay
A judge banned the Trump administration from taking adverse action against Kelly after he and other Democratic lawmakers urged military members to "refuse illegal orders."
Border czar announces Minnesota immigration operation surge is ending
Border czar Tom Homan announced Thursday that Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota is concluding, with a drawdown of federal immigration officers set to occur over the course of next week.
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Gisèle Pelicot recounts ex-husband's "unthinkable" crimes in first U.S. TV interview
In a conversation to air on "CBS Sunday Morning" Feb. 15, Gisèle Pelicot discusses how she has moved on in her life after testifying against her ex-husband in a notorious mass rape trial in France.
Another U.S. aircraft carrier expected to head to Middle East, officials say
The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier and its escort ships are expected to head to the Middle East, three U.S. officials told CBS News, adding a second aircraft carrier to the region as U.S.-Iran tensions simmer.
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Ruemmler resigning as Goldman Sachs' general counsel after appearing in Epstein files
Kathryn Ruemmler served as White House counsel under former President Barack Obama.
CBP officer allegedly harbored unauthorized immigrant who was also his girlfriend and niece
The Justice Department alleges that CBP officer and supervisor Andres Wilkinson had been living in Laredo, Texas, with a woman who had overstayed her visa and is now in the U.S. illegally.
U.S. men's hockey team cruises to 5-1 win over Latvia
In the easy win, Brock Nelson scored twice for the U.S., four players had two assists apiece and there was production up and down the lineup.
At 87, he can't afford his rent without a roommate. He's far from alone.
More than 1 million Americans over 65 lived with roommates they aren't related to in 2024 — a 16% increase from 2019.
FBI releases first description of suspect in Nancy Guthrie case, increases reward
Authorities on Thursday released the first physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with the Arizona disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
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At 87, he can't afford his rent without a roommate. He's far from alone.
More than 1 million Americans over 65 lived with roommates they aren't related to in 2024 — a 16% increase from 2019.
Americans paid nearly 90% of Trump's 2025 tariffs, new analysis found
Americans, not foreign exporters, shouldered nearly the costs from the Trump administration's tariffs last year, according to the New York Fed.
Trump admin moves to end "universally hated" start/stop feature for cars
The EPA said it will end credits for the start/stop feature, which shuts off gas engines when cars are idle to save fuel.
FTC warns Apple's Tim Cook over alleged political bias in Apple News app
The Federal Trade Commission sent a letter to Tim Cook one day after President Trump circulated a report raising questions about Apple News' practices.
Southwest's new boarding process off to bumpy start
Some travelers are finding they don't have storage above their seats when they get on the plane because early boarders are taking up the overhead bins.
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Another U.S. aircraft carrier expected to head to Middle East, officials say
The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier and its escort ships are expected to head to the Middle East, three U.S. officials told CBS News, adding a second aircraft carrier to the region as U.S.-Iran tensions simmer.
Ruemmler resigning as Goldman Sachs' general counsel after appearing in Epstein files
Kathryn Ruemmler served as White House counsel under former President Barack Obama.
Gov. Moore dismisses Trump's "not worthy" snub: "I will bow down to no one"
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore shrugged off President Trump's claim that he was "not worthy" to attend an annual White House dinner, telling CBS News Mr. Trump does "not determine my worthiness."
CBP officer allegedly harbored unauthorized immigrant who was also his girlfriend and niece
The Justice Department alleges that CBP officer and supervisor Andres Wilkinson had been living in Laredo, Texas, with a woman who had overstayed her visa and is now in the U.S. illegally.
DOJ drops charges against men accused of assaulting ICE, citing "inconsistent" evidence
The Justice Department moved to drop charges against two men charged with assaulting ICE officers, citing "newly discovered evidence" that was "materially inconsistent" with the allegations.
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Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
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U.S. men's hockey team cruises to 5-1 win over Latvia
In the easy win, Brock Nelson scored twice for the U.S., four players had two assists apiece and there was production up and down the lineup.
Madison Chock says ice dance judges should "be vetted and reviewed"
Americans Madison Chock and Evan Bates, considered the favorites, placed second in the 2026 Winter Olympics. France's Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron took home gold.
American Chloe Kim wins silver in women's halfpipe, misses Olympic three-peat
Chloe Kim has fallen short in her bid to become the first Olympic snowboarder to win three consecutive gold medals.
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Gisèle Pelicot recounts ex-husband's "unthinkable" crimes in first U.S. TV interview
In a conversation to air on "CBS Sunday Morning" Feb. 15, Gisèle Pelicot discusses how she has moved on in her life after testifying against her ex-husband in a notorious mass rape trial in France.
CIA releases new video aiming to recruit Chinese military officers
The CIA has released a new Mandarin-language recruitment video aimed at Chinese military officers, hoping to persuade those disenchanted with corruption to turn to the U.S.
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Constance Zimmer on "The Lincoln Lawyer"
Constance Zimmer, who stars in the new season of "The Lincoln Lawyer," talks about how she channels her powerful character in the series and why it's important for her to always make her characters relatable.
James Van Der Beek dies after cancer battle
James Van Der Beek, known for starring in "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," died Wednesday at the age of 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer. Vladimir Duthiers reports on the beloved actor's career.
"Dawson's Creek" co-stars remember James Van Der Beek: "One in a billion"
Katie Holmes and Busy Philipps are among the "Dawson's Creek" cast members sharing memories of James Van Der Beek after his death at age 48.
James Van Der Beek of "Dawson's Creek" dies at 48
James Van Der Beek, star of "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," has died at age 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media. Carter Evans has more on his life and career.
Looking back at James Van Der Beek's life
James Van Der Beek, the star of teen classics like "Varsity Blues" and "Dawson's Creek," has died at the age of 48. His wife posted about his death on Instagram on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
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FTC warns Apple's Tim Cook over alleged political bias in Apple News app
The Federal Trade Commission sent a letter to Tim Cook one day after President Trump circulated a report raising questions about Apple News' practices.
Russia blocks WhatsApp as it pushes state-backed alternative on citizens
The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."
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 did investigators recover Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage?
Many are questioning how Nancy Guthrie's Google Nest surveillance footage was recovered days after officials said it was disconnected with no active subscription to store video.
TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
The social media platform changed its privacy policy last month, inviting users to allow it to track their specific location.
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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.
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.
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FBI shares photos of backpack in Guthrie case
The FBI on Thursday shared photos of a backpack and new details about a masked man seen on Nancy Guthrie's doorbell camera. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
FBI releases first description of suspect in Nancy Guthrie case, increases reward
Authorities on Thursday released the first physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with the Arizona disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
No official comment on tent at Guthrie home
A white tent was set up on Nancy Guthrie's front porch Thursday morning. It's the spot where doorbell camera footage captured images of a masked, gloved intruder. Authorities have not yet commented on the tent's purpose. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
White tent set up on Nancy Guthrie's porch
Investigators have set up a white tent in front of the home of Nancy Guthrie. The 84-year-old mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie has not been since since January 31. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Lawmakers blast Pam Bondi on Epstein files
Abuse survivors were present during a fiery House Judiciary Committee hearing where lawmakers grilled Attorney General Pam Bondi about the latest batch of files released on the investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
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NASA, SpaceX mission prepares for launch
NASA and SpaceX say they have completed their final reviews and are ready to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Friday. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
ULA rocket has booster problem while launching classified Space Force payloads
A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket carrying classified Space Force payloads suffered a booster problem but apparently made an otherwise "nominal" ascent to space, the company said.
New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
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.
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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?
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Wes Moore reacts to Trump's "not worthy" snub
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told Norah O'Donnell that he "will bow down to no one," dismissing President Trump's decision to exclude him from the annual National Governors Association meeting and dinner at the White House. Watch Moore's full conversation with O'Donnell during a town hall airing Sunday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
NASA, SpaceX mission prepares for launch
NASA and SpaceX say they have completed their final reviews and are ready to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Friday. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Professor holds student's baby during class
After a new mom's childcare plans fell through during her senior year of college, a kind professor stepped in to help. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
87-year-old lives with roommate to help cover rent
More than 1 million Americans over the age of 65 lived with roommates they aren't related to in 2024 -- a 16% increase from 2019. Elaine Quijano spoke to two of them in New York City.
Measles outbreak at Florida university climbs
Measles cases at Ave Maria University near Naples, Florida, continue to soar, with the outbreak climbing to nearly 60 cases this week. Cristian Benavides reports.