U.S. intercepts Houthi strikes in Red Sea
The U.S. has reported several attempted Houthi strikes in the Red Sea over the past day. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has the details.
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Austin apologizes for keeping hospitalization secret
This is the first time Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is taking questions from the press since his secret hospitalization and since the drone attack that killed U.S. soldiers in Jordan.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin addresses media
Walking slowly and with a limp, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin entered the Pentagon briefing room to apologize for keeping his bout with prostate cancer secret, even from President Biden. "I did not handle this right," he said. David Martin reports.
Biden approves sanctions on Israeli settlers
President Biden unveiled an executive order Thursday targeting Israeli settlers in the West Bank who engage in violence against Palestinians. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Secretary Austin addresses cancer treatment
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke to reporters Thursday for the first time since he was hospitalized for cancer treatment, something he didn't disclose to President Biden. Austin said, "We did not handle this right. I did not handle this right." CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has more.
Lloyd Austin expected to return to Pentagon for first time since hospitalization
A defense official told CBS News that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is expected to return to work in-person at the Pentagon Monday for the first time since his hospitalization.
911 call for Lloyd Austin revealed
New revelations from 911 tapes shed light on the secretive hospitalization of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, raising questions about why his condition was concealed from President Biden and top officials. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.
Defense secretary resumes duties in hospital
The White House says President Biden has full confidence in Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin despite not having been notified for three days about Ausin being admitted to an intensive care unit. Austin said he takes full responsibility about disclosure and is said to be recovering at Walter Reed and has resumed all of his duties. Weijia Jiang reports.
Defense secretary treated for prostate cancer
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had surgery for prostate cancer two weeks ago, but President Biden didn't learn about it until just this week. Now, the White House wants all agencies to notify them about transfers of authority immediately. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
Audio from Lloyd Austin 911 call obtained
Newly obtained audio from the 911 call for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is shedding light on his hospitalization, which has been the subject of criticism over the Pentagon's apparent failure to disclose the hospitalization in a timely manner. The caller said they were "trying to remain a little subtle." Weijia Jiang reports.
Pentagon official on U.S. strikes in Yemen
The U.S. and the U.K. struck Houthi targets in Yemen as retaliation for their continued attacks on vessels in the Red Sea. The rebel group has said their actions are in response to the Israel-Hamas war. Sabrina Singh, a deputy press secretary for the Department of Defense, joins CBS News from the Pentagon to discuss the strikes.
Sen. Bob Casey on Austin's hospitalization and delayed disclosure
Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey criticized the recent lack of transparency over the hospitalization of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, saying, "There's no way it's acceptable."
Rep. Adam Smith speaks to CBS News
Rep. Adam Smith, a Democrat from Washington state, says Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin owes President Biden an explanation for not disclosing his recent hospitalization for a number of days. Smith spoke with CBS News about that, Mr. Biden's reelection campaign and a potential government spending bill.
Pentagon watchdog to review Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization
The Pentagon watchdog announced it will review "the roles, processes, and actions" of the defense secretary's hospitalization that was kept hidden from the White House for days.
White House on handling of Austin cancer news
The Pentagon continues to face fallout for the handling of information about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's diagnosis and treatment for prostate cancer. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Timeline: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization
The defense secretary has been hospitalized since Jan. 1, after complications from a surgical procedure to treat prostate cancer, the Pentagon disclosed Tuesday.
Fallout over Austin's lack of transparency
Republicans are calling for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's resignation, but the Biden administration says he will remain at his post for the remainder of the president's term. Last week, Austin was hospitalized in intensive care for an infection related to prostate cancer surgery without telling President Biden and other top officials for days. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Secretary Austin treated for prostate cancer
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized Jan. 1 due to complications after surgery for prostate cancer in December, his doctors said in a statement released on Tuesday. The Pentagon is under scrutiny for failing to notify the White House, Congress and the public about Austin's condition for several days. Pentagon press secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder spoke to reporters about the growing controversy, and CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports on the developments.
What to know about Lloyd Austin's diagnosis
Doctors at Walter Reed Medical Center say Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized due to complications from surgery to treat prostate cancer. CBS News' David Martin and Dr. Jon LaPook have the latest.
Defense secretary was hospitalized for infection related to prostate cancer
A statement provides new details amid a growing controversy over the Pentagon's failure to notify the White House about his hospitalization.
Defense secretary treated for prostate cancer
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin underwent surgery to be treated for prostate cancer, the Pentagon revealed Tuesday. He was then hospitalized in the ICU after experiencing complications. David Martin has the latest.
Biden backs Austin amid hospitalization
President Biden says he has full confidence in Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin despite his hospitalization being kept secret from the White House for days, according to a Biden administration official. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang is following the developments in Austin's hospitalization.
Details on defense secretary's hospital stay
New details have emerged about who knew about the hospitalization of Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
Secretary Austin still recovering in hospital
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is no longer in intensive care and is "recovering well" at the Walter Reed Medical Center, the Pentagon said Monday. The statement comes as a White House official tells CBS News that President Biden is not considering firing Austin after he failed to disclose the hospital visit to the administration. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has more.
What's known on Lloyd Austin hospitalization
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Jan. 1 after complications from a minor elective medical procedure. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports on the White House's reaction.
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Savannah Guthrie's missing mom may have been abducted while she slept, sheriff says
Authorities in the Tucson, Arizona, area are searching for the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie.
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Jane Doe in R. Kelly's sex tape speaks in first TV interview
Reshona Landfair, known as Jane Doe during R. Kelly's 2022 trial, speaks to "CBS Mornings" for her first TV interview about her new memoir.
Trump says his administration is seeking $1 billion in talks with Harvard
President Trump says his administration is seeking $1 billion in damages from Harvard University after a published report said the school had won some concessions in ongoing settlement negotiations with the government.
X office in Paris searched as prosecutor summons Musk for questioning
French officials search X's office in Paris and ask Elon Musk to answer questions about the platform amid a probe into its algorithms and AI functions.
Lindsey Vonn says she will compete in Olympics after injury
Lindsey Vonn, 41, said she is planning to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics after an injury.
The notable names in the Epstein files
A slew of notable individuals appear in the latest Justice Department release of Jeffrey Epstein files.
Sens. Shaheen, Collins urge Pentagon not to sideline Havana Syndrome research
Senators Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire and Susan Collins of Maine sent Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth a letter warning against any changes that could affect victims' care.
Dr. Peter Attia apologizes for "indefensible" emails to Jeffrey Epstein
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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.
Lindsey Vonn says she will compete in Olympics after injury
Lindsey Vonn, 41, said she is planning to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics after an injury.
Disney names parks chief Josh D'Amaro to succeed CEO Bob Iger
Josh D'Amaro, who oversees Disney theme parks and dozens of resort hotels worldwide, will become the next Disney CEO.
Consumer Reports' top 10 vehicles for 2026 — see which cars made the list
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Erin Jackson, Frank Del Duca chosen as U.S. flagbearers for Winter Olympics
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Disney names parks chief Josh D'Amaro to succeed CEO Bob Iger
Josh D'Amaro, who oversees Disney theme parks and dozens of resort hotels worldwide, will become the next Disney CEO.
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Target faces pressures to take a stand against ICE's actions in Minneapolis
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Trump says his administration is seeking $1 billion in talks with Harvard
President Trump says his administration is seeking $1 billion in damages from Harvard University after a published report said the school had won some concessions in ongoing settlement negotiations with the government.
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Hennepin County, Minnesota sheriff says she feels "scapegoated" by feds
The Hennepin County sheriff is considering whether to notify ICE before releasing people accused of the "worst of the worst" crimes — murder, rape and violent felonies.
Sens. Shaheen, Collins urge Pentagon not to sideline Havana Syndrome research
Senators Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire and Susan Collins of Maine sent Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth a letter warning against any changes that could affect victims' care.
Don Lemon says he offered to turn himself in but agents were sent for him
Don Lemon says he offered to turn himself in to face charges over his coverage of a protest at a church but federal agents were sent for him anyway.
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5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
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Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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Boy swims 2.5 miles to save family swept out to sea: "Superhuman"
"The waves are massive and I have no life jacket on. … I just kept thinking 'just keep swimming, just keep swimming,'" Austin Appelbee said.
X office in Paris searched as prosecutor summons Musk for questioning
French officials search X's office in Paris and ask Elon Musk to answer questions about the platform amid a probe into its algorithms and AI functions.
Trump lowers tariffs on India, saying Modi agreed to stop buying Russian oil
President Trump announced that he and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to a trade deal that will lower tariffs and halt India's purchase of Russian oil.
Elephant kills tourist in Thailand, 3rd fatality linked to same animal
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Norwegian princess' son accused of assault ahead of trial on rape charges
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son hit with new criminal charges as she apologizes for "poor judgment" over Epstein ties.
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Westminster dog show winners on preparation
Three former winners of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and their handlers join "CBS Mornings" ahead of this year's Best in Show title being awarded Tuesday. They talk about how they prepared to compete and what retirement is like now.
Disney names parks chief Josh D'Amaro to succeed CEO Bob Iger
Josh D'Amaro, who oversees Disney theme parks and dozens of resort hotels worldwide, will become the next Disney CEO.
Goodell on Bad Bunny halftime performance
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell spoke Monday about this year's Super Bowl halftime performer, Bad Bunny, following the artist's message about ICE at the Grammy Awards on Sunday. Goodell said the halftime performance is "used to unite people" and added, "I think Bad Bunny understands that and I think he'll have a great performance."
Voice behind Three Dog Night's "Joy to the World," Chuck Negron, dies at 83
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Trump says he's not planning to rip down Kennedy Center
As President Trump prepares to shut down the Kennedy Center for renovations, sources told CBS News there has been no discussion of demolishing or gutting the building.
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AI agents are using a social media platform
Moltbook, a social media platform for AI agents to interact, is growing. The Verge senior AI reporter Hayden Field joins CBS News with more details.
Inside the new social media platform for AI
Moltbook was launched last week by a software developer and mirrors the template of Reddit, but it's not for humans. Instead, it allows artificial intelligence agents to post written content and interact with other chatbots through comments, up-votes and down-votes. Tyler Cowen, professor of economics at George Mason University, 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.
Alarming report on Amazon AI training
A new report from Bloomberg says Amazon found hundreds of thousands of cases of suspected child sex abuse material in its AI training data. Bloomberg tech reporter Riley Griffin joined CBS News to discuss.
How the gramophone changed music
While Thomas Edison's cylinders were the first to play recorded sound, they were impractical – leading Emile Berliner to come up with a better way to play music: The gramophone, invented in 1887, which played flat discs. Jane Pauley reports.
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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
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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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Search escalates for Savannah Guthrie's mom
The search is escalating for "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother, Nancy, who police believe was abducted from her Arizona home over the weekend. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
Don Lemon speaks out after arrest
The First Amendment is bound to be a focus of Don Lemon's case as he faces charges for entering a church to document an anti-ICE protest in Minneapolis. CBS News contributor Jed Rubenfeld, a columnist for the Free Press, has more.
Clintons change their mind on testifying
Bill and Hillary Clinton are willing to testify on the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, a change from their initial stance. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Sheriff on Savannah Guthrie's mom
Arizona officials are investigating Nancy Guthrie's disappearance in Arizona as an abduction. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Man convicted of killing wife and stranger
A jury on Monday convicted Brendan Banfield in the murders of his wife and a stranger. Prosecutors argued that Banfield was in love with his au pair, with whom he admitted to starting an affair, and that he was willing to kill his wife to be with her.
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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 at earliest due to issues during tests
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After more than 50 years, NASA astronauts are going back to the moon
More than 50 years after NASA's last human mission to the moon, four astronauts, three Americans and a Canadian, are set for the 10-day Artemis II mission to the far side of the moon.
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Westminster dog show winners on preparation
Three former winners of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and their handlers join "CBS Mornings" ahead of this year's Best in Show title being awarded Tuesday. They talk about how they prepared to compete and what retirement is like now.
Gabrielle Union talks new film "Goat"
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Jane Doe in R. Kelly's sex tape speaks out
Singer R. Kelly was convicted of racketeering and sex crimes in two separate federal trials in 2021 and 2022. But Kelly's legal troubles started many years before that, including when a tape that he had filmed performing sex acts on a 14-year-old girl leaked in 2001. That girl is now identified as Reshona Landfair. She was known as Jane Doe during one of Kelly's trials. Now, Landfair is speaking out in her first TV interview about her new memoir. Jericka Duncan reports.
Search escalates for Savannah Guthrie's mom
The search is escalating for "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother, Nancy, who police believe was abducted from her Arizona home over the weekend. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
Don Lemon speaks out after arrest
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