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Germany swears in new chancellor
Germany has a new leader for the first time in 16 years: Chancellor Olaf Scholz was sworn in to replace Angela Merkel. CBS News reporter Anna Noryskiewicz joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero from Berlin to discuss what we can expect from the new coalition government.
Germany bids Angela Merkel farewell as Olaf Scholz takes power
The man elected to take the helm of Europe's biggest economy as the new German Chancellor is a social democrat, but he'll share power with two other parties.
Germany sends off Merkel with ceremony
Germany is honoring Chancellor Angela Merkel for her 16 years of service to the country. CBS News reporter Anna Noryskiewicz spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about Thursday's traditional sendoff celebration.
Olaf Scholz set to succeed Chancellor Merkel
Germany is entering a new era of leadership after 16 years under the helm of center-right Chancellor Angela Merkel. The country will soon be run by a center-left government led by Olaf Scholz, a social democrat. Scholz will head a three-party coalition joining forces with the progressive Greens and pro-business Free Democrats. CBS News reporter Anna Noryskiewicz joins CBSN to discuss the latest out of Germany.
WorldView: Iran to resume nuclear talks
Iran's chief nuclear negotiator said talks aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal are back on. Meanwhile, a senior Chinese political official has been accused of sexual assault for the first time, and a U.S. trial involving Virginia Giuffre's sex assault allegation against Britain's Prince Andrew may start late next year. Also, French President Emmanuel Macron presented Germany's departing Chancellor Angela Merkel with France's highest award. CBS News' Lucy Craft joined "CBSN AM" from Tokyo with those international stories.
Merkel worries lessons of World War II forgotten
As German Chancellor Angela Merkel nears the end of her tenure leading one of Europe's most powerful countries, she's warning current world leaders of the dangers of forgetting lessons from the last world war. CBS News contributor Simon Bates has his take on her concerns in this installment of "London Calling."
Chinese media removes Boston Celtics games
Boston Celtics games have been pulled off Chinese media after center Enes Kanter tweeted a two-minute video of himself expressing support for Tibet and wore shoes with the phrase "Free Tibet" on them during Wednesday night's game against the New York Knicks. Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with more on China and other stories from around the world.
Germany votes on replacement for Merkel
Germany voted on Sunday to pick its next chancellor after Angela Merkel announced plans to step down after 16 years. Preliminary results indicate her rival Social Democratic Party winning by the slimmest of margins, but it's not yet clear what the next government will look like. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay joins Anne-Marie Green on CBSN AM with the latest.
Germany votes on Merkel's successor
CBS news foreign correspondent Chris Liversay reports the race to succeed Angela Merkel and her legacy as Germany's leader for 16 years. Then, Lilla Balint, an assistant professor of German in the Department of German at University of California, Berkeley joins Tanya Rivero on CBSN to discuss how a new government could shake up politics in Germany and across Europe.
Why Germany post-Angela Merkel may feel a lot like the Merkel years
In 16 years as Chancellor, Merkel not only influenced German society, she may have defined it. And those seeking to replace her clearly recognized a winning strategy.
Social Democrats beat Merkel's bloc in German elections
Election officials said early Monday that a count of all 299 constituencies showed the Social Democrats won 25.9% of the vote, ahead of 24.1% for the Union bloc.
Germans head to the polls as Merkel's term ends
For the first time in 16 years, Germans will have a new head of state, marking the end of the lengthy Angela Merkel era. Chris Livesay has more from Berlin.
Germany's direction as Chancellor Angela Merkel exits
Germany's parliamentary elections are underway, and the exit of chancellor Angela Merkel could have a massive influence on politics in Europe and around the world. Jeffrey Rathke, president of the American Institute for Contemporary German Studies at Johns Hopkins University joins Lana Zak on CBSN to discuss the country's direction under a new chancellor and more.
Germans vote to elect new chancellor
German voters are choosing a new parliament in an election that will mark the end of Chancellor Angela Merkel's leadership after 16 years in power. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay joins Lana Zak on CBSN to discuss the issues important to voters.
Who will replace Angela Merkel in Germany?
After 16 years leading Europe's biggest economy, German Chancellor Angela Merkel is done. As Anna Noryskiewicz reports, the race to succeed her looked clear-cut until the front-runner appeared to be taking climate change less than seriously in the wake of deadly flooding. What will a shift in German politics mean for the U.S.?
Germany's election to replace Angela Merkel
The race is tightening as voters in Germany prepare to elect a new chancellor to replace longtime leader Angela Merkel, who is not seeking another term. CBS News' Anna Noryskiewicz reports.
After 16 years, Merkel's time is up, and Germany's heading left
Deadly flooding left Germans focused on climate change, but an initial sharp swing to the left in polling has rounded off. So how far will this tumultuous election shift Germany's politics?
How U.S. exiting Afghanistan impacted foreign relations
The Biden administration's withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan has been met with criticism worldwide. In this week's installment of "London Calling," CBS News contributor Simon Bates explains why leaders in Europe may be looking to each other for stronger alliances.
WorldView: World leaders on Taliban's rise
European leaders are reacting to the Taliban gaining control of Afghanistan. Members of a Myanmar separatist group are accused of killing 25 people. New Zealand's prime minister announces a lockdown after one COVID-19 case. And the "Godfather of Sudoku" Maki Kaji dies at age 69. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with headlines from around the world.
Biden says no plans to send U.S. troops to Haiti
At a joint news conference with German Chancellor Angela Merkel, President Biden was asked about the U.S. response to recent unrest in Cuba and Haiti. He called communism "a failed system," and he said the idea of sending U.S. troops to Haiti is "not on the agenda at this moment." Watch his remarks.
Biden hosts German Chancellor Angela Merkel
On Thursday, President Biden hosted German Chancellor Angela Merkel for what's likely to be her last visit to the White House as the leader of Germany. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports on what the two leaders discussed, then CBSN anchor Lana Zak and CBSN political contributor Sean Sullivan discuss how the two leaders reaffirmed the relationship between their nations, and America's newly enhanced child tax credit.
Biden meets with Germany's Angela Merkel
President Biden met at the White House with German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Thursday as he seeks to reaffirm the U.S. relationship with European allies. CBSN Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, NPR's White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and Axios' political reporter Sarah Mucha join "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the day's political headlines, including a meeting between House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy and former President Donald Trump.
Signal's hard numbers
CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer for GZERO Media, Alex Kliment, joins CBSN to break down this week's hard numbers.
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U.S. death toll in Iran war rises to 6 as Trump warns of long campaign
The U.S. military said Monday that the number of Americans killed during the ongoing conflict with Iran now stands at six. Follow live updates on Day 3 of the war.
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Photo shows slain Texas gunman with Iranian symbol on his T-shirt
The gunman who killed 2 and wounded 14 at a bar in Austin also wore a hoodie that said "Property of Allah."
Video of Clintons' Epstein testimony released by House committee
The House Oversight Committee released recordings of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
6 U.S. service members killed in Iranian strike in Kuwait, Pentagon says
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
Wagers draw scrutiny after Iran strikes: "Insider trading," senator says
Lawmakers are raising concerns that prediction market users are engaging in insider trading to wager on U.S. military actions.
Federal appeals court rejects DOJ's push to delay start of tariff refund process
The Supreme Court ruled last month at President Trump did not have the authority to issue his sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
Prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure would cause oil prices to surge, experts warn
The Iran war is renewing concerns about the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. A prolonged closure could sharply drive up oil prices, experts said.
DOJ moves to drop defense of Trump's executive orders targeting law firms
Four different district court judges found President Trump's executive orders targeting the law firms were unconstitutional.
Melania Trump presides over U.N. Security Council meeting
The White House announced first lady Melania Trump would preside over the meeting last week before the U.S. and Israel launched a joint military mission in Iran.
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DOJ moves to drop defense of Trump's executive orders targeting law firms
Four different district court judges found President Trump's executive orders targeting the law firms were unconstitutional.
SCOTUS blocks Calif. law against schools outing transgender students to their parents
The Supreme Court order blocks for now a California law that bans automatic parental notification requirements if students change their pronouns or gender expression at school.
Prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure would cause oil prices to surge, experts warn
The Iran war is renewing concerns about the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. A prolonged closure could sharply drive up oil prices, experts said.
Wagers draw scrutiny after Iran strikes: "Insider trading," senator says
Lawmakers are raising concerns that prediction market users are engaging in insider trading to wager on U.S. military actions.
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DNC announces top cities, date for 2028 convention, won't hold midterm convention
The DNC is announcing Monday that the 2028 national convention will be held from Aug. 7 to Aug. 10, CBS News has learned.
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Prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure would cause oil prices to surge, experts warn
The Iran war is renewing concerns about the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. A prolonged closure could sharply drive up oil prices, experts said.
Wagers draw scrutiny after Iran strikes: "Insider trading," senator says
Lawmakers are raising concerns that prediction market users are engaging in insider trading to wager on U.S. military actions.
Federal appeals court rejects DOJ's push to delay start of tariff refund process
The Supreme Court ruled last month at President Trump did not have the authority to issue his sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
More U.S. employees are hugging tight to their jobs. Here's why.
More employees are clinging to their positions in a trend known as "job-hugging." That's making it harder for job-seekers to find work.
Gas prices are set to rise. Here's what you could pay at the pump.
U.S. motorists could soon see higher prices at the pump as oil prices surge following the attacks in Iran.
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DOJ moves to drop defense of Trump's executive orders targeting law firms
Four different district court judges found President Trump's executive orders targeting the law firms were unconstitutional.
CBS News poll finds views of deportation operations continue to divide country
A new CBS News poll finds most Americans say nationwide ICE operations should be decreased.
SCOTUS blocks Calif. law against schools outing transgender students to their parents
The Supreme Court order blocks for now a California law that bans automatic parental notification requirements if students change their pronouns or gender expression at school.
Poll: What partisans want from their parties ahead of 2026 primary season
President Trump is a central figure for both Democrats and Republicans, going into the primary season, ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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DNC announces top cities, date for 2028 convention, won't hold midterm convention
The DNC is announcing Monday that the 2028 national convention will be held from Aug. 7 to Aug. 10, CBS News has learned.
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Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
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Satellite images show Iranian sites before and after airstrikes
The satellite images show damage to sites including the Choqa Balk-e drone facility and former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's compound.
Prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure would cause oil prices to surge, experts warn
The Iran war is renewing concerns about the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. A prolonged closure could sharply drive up oil prices, experts said.
Insurgents raid village in South Sudan, killing at least 169 people
Women and children were among the dead, in addition to dozens of combatants, officials said.
Travel chaos intensifies with airports closed, flights canceled amid Iran war
Air travel chaos intensified as the war with Iran stretched into a third day — keeping airspace and airports in the Middle East closed and leaving travelers stranded.
Trump says strikes were "last best chance" to take out Iran threat
President Trump said he expects the bombing campaign to last four to five weeks, but "we have [the] capability to go far longer than that."
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Christa Miller on "Shrinking"
Actor Christa Miller speaks about starring in "Shrinking," how her life experiences helped to inspire the series and what it's like to work with her husband, who is a co-creator of the show.
Brad Falchuk discusses "Famous Last Words"
Brad Falchuck, the host and executive producer of "Famous Last Words," speaks about the series and his meaningful conversation with actor Eric Dane, who died last month from ALS. In the show, Falchuck sits down with public figures for an in-depth conversation, but the interviews only air after the subject dies.
USA hockey stars joke about "Heated Rivalry" and Trump invite on "SNL"
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Extended interview: Marc Shaiman
In this web exclusive, composer Marc Shaiman, a Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, talks with Tracy Smith about his career; his new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner"; and his collaboration and friendship with Rob Reiner.
Broadway, Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman on being a "sore winner"
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner."
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
AI company Anthropic's Dario Amodei: "We are patriots"
Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, says his company refused to allow its AI product, Claude, to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement). That prompted President Trump to announce Friday that he is banning Anthropic's technology from all federal use, while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth labeled the company "a supply chain risk to national security." Amodei talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about why he calls the administration's actions "retaliatory and punitive."
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.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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New details on slain Texas gunman
At least two people are dead, and 14 others are injured after a shooting outside an Austin, Texas, bar on Sunday. The FBI is investigating the shooting as a possible terror attack. CBS News' Jason Allen and Camilo Montoya-Galvez have more.
Chilling photo shows grinning suspect in Scotland stabbing
A man was arrested for a stabbing incident in Edinburgh, Scotland, after a standoff with police in which he was photographed leaning out a window with a menacing grin.
Officials give update on Austin bar shooting
Authorities in Texas gave an update Monday on the shooting that killed two people at a bar in Austin over the weekend. The incident is being investigated for possible terrorism ties to the U.S. airstrikes in Iran.
Latest details on deadly Austin bar shooting
A deadly shooting at a popular bar in Austin, Texas, is being investigated for possible links to terrorism. Two people were killed and 14 others injured, authorities said.
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Photo shows slain Texas gunman with Iranian symbol on his T-shirt
The gunman who killed 3 and wounded 13 at a bar in Austin also wore a hoodie that said "Property of Allah."
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Americans react to U.S. strikes on Iran
Americans across the political spectrum are reacting to the U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran. CBS News' Lana Zak has more.
Spike in gas prices likely amid Iran war
The war with Iran is impacting the global oil market and will likely lead to a spike in gas prices in the United States. Sahar Razavi, director of the Iranian and Middle Eastern Studies Center at Sacramento State, joined CBS News to discuss.
Trump says U.S. will "easily prevail" in Iran war
For a third day, U.S. and Israeli forces are pounding Iran, striking more than a thousand targets across the country, including key government and military buildings in the capital. For now, the Iranian regime's military is fighting back hard, firing missiles and launching drones in at least 11 countries, including Israel and Kuwait. Tony Dokoupil and Matt Gutman have the latest.
How U.S. and Israel are escalating strikes on Iran
The U.S. and Israeli militaries have carried out more than 1,000 strikes in the last three days, including attacks on army bases, warships and missile launchers. Charlie D'Agata has details
The decadeslong conflict behind war with Iran
If you're looking for an origin point of the current war with Iran, don't look to the earliest hours of this Saturday. Tony Dokoupil explains.