Trump sounds off on Iran
President Trump took questions during the Secure America Act bill signing in the Oval Office, where he said the U.S. will continue striking Iran and weighed in on Tuesday's Maine primary race. CBS News' Zak Hudak has more.
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Woman convicted of biting sex attacker's tongue in 1964 gets retrial
A South Korean woman who bit off part of a man's tongue during a sexual assault 61 years ago is hoping to have her own conviction for assault overturned.
Harvey Weinstein retrial ends in mistrial over rape charge
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Judge declares mistrial in Weinstein retrial
The judge in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial declared a mistrial on the case's remaining rape charge after the jury foresperson said he was threatened by another juror and declined to continue deliberations. CBS News correspondent Nikki Battiste has the latest.
Kesha on being named to Time's 100 Most Influential People list
The singer Kesha, who has spoken out against sexual assault and supported victims since before the #MeToo movement took hold, has been named to Time Magazine's 2018 list of the 100 Most Influential People. She told CBS News' Anthony Mason what the recognition, and the essay penned by singer Cyndi Lauper (with whom she performed at this year’s Grammy Awards), means to her. Mason will profile Kesha on CBS' "Sunday Morning" May 6.
Jury deliberations in Weinstein case
Jurors are still deliberating in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial in New York. CBS News' Nikki Battiste has the latest updates.
Fuji TV bosses resign over sex scandal linked to former star
Masahiro Nakai, a former leader of Japan's once-hugely popular boy band SMAP, reached a costly settlement with a woman over an alleged sex assault.
Workplace sexual harassment still common
There doesn't appear to be much change on the matter of workplace sexual harassment for women compared to five years ago, according to a new study from consulting firm McKinsey and advocacy group Lean In. CBS MoneyWatch associate editor Aimee Picchi reports.
Harvey Weinstein indicted again, prosecutors say
A grand jury has indicted Harvey Weinstein, prosecutors said in court Thursday. The details of the indictment were not unsealed.
Big names in south India movie industry face sexual assault allegations
South India's Malayalam language movie industry has been rocked by allegations of rape and other sexual misconduct against big stars.
Supporters say Chinese #MeToo activist sentenced to jail for subversion
Chinese journalist Sophia Huang Xueqin, who spoke out about sexism in state-run newsrooms, reportedly sentenced to 5 years in prison.
Appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein's verdict
The New York State Court of Appeals ruled Thursday that disgraced former media mogul Harvey Weinstein did not receive a fair trial in a 2020 case in which he was found guilty of sexually assaulting two women. In a 4-3 decision, the appeals court determined that the judge in the case "erroneously" admitted testimony from women whose claims were not part of the charges. Jericka Duncan has more on the decision and what could come next.
Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery by former assistant in civil lawsuit
"No one is too famous or powerful to evade justice," the plaintiff's attorney said about the civil lawsuit against actor Vin Diesel.
Man arrested after appearing to grope female reporter on live TV
Isa Balado, a reporter for Spanish broadcaster Cuatro, was reporting on an armed robbery when a man walked up behind her and appeared to touch her bottom.
Spain to hold crisis meeting after 40 women murdered by men this year
The country's equality ministry's crisis committee will analyze the latest cases of gender-based violence as tries to show that "sexism is over."
Jonathan Majors' assault trial set for August
Five weeks before actor Jonathan Majors is set to face trial in New York for misdemeanor assault charges, a new report in Rolling Stone magazine alleges Majors had a pattern of physical and emotional abuse over a roughly 10-year period. Majors has repeatedly denied abuse allegations. Christopher Brown, entertainment law professor at Boston College Law School, joined CBS News to discuss the case.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 16 years for sexual assault in California
Weinstein is already serving a 23-year prison sentence in New York for criminal sexual assault and third-degree rape.
Alleged sexual assault victims of an 80s fashion mogul fight for change
16 women have come forward claiming rape or sexual assault at the hands of a French fashion icon, and they say little has changed to protect their successors.
Weinstein accuser Ambra Battilana Gutierrez talks about facing him in court
Ambra Battilana Gutierrez joined "CBS Mornings" in her first broadcast interview since his conviction.
Jury orders Paul Haggis to pay at least $7.5 million in rape lawsuit
The Hollywood director was accused of sexually assaulting a publicist in 2013.
Woman testifies alleged Weinstein rape filled her with guilt
The woman was the first of eight Weinstein accusers set to testify in his Los Angeles trial. He is already serving a 23-year sentence for a conviction in New York.
In Danny Masterson rape trial, woman testifies the actor choked her
Masterson is accused of sexually assaulting three women at his Los Angeles home between 2001 and 2003.
Woman's appeal rejected in landmark #MeToo case in China
Zhou Xiaoxuan had accused CCTV host Zhu Jun of groping and forcibly kissing her in 2014.
Book excerpt: "Hollywood Ending: Harvey Weinstein and the Culture of Silence"
Journalist Ken Auletta writes about the Hollywood power broker and his fall after allegations of sexual abuse exposed during the #MeToo movement led to his conviction and imprisonment.
Garrison Keillor talks about #MeToo and a return to Lake Wobegon
Best known for the wildly-popular "A Prairie Home Companion," the author was accused of sexual misconduct, causing Minnesota Public Radio to sever ties. But he has never stopped writing, and is back on the road entertaining his audience.
Workers begin removing Trump's name from Kennedy Center
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
Trump says U.S. killed Tren de Aragua leader in airstrike in Venezuela
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
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"Final, agreed upon text" of U.S.-Iran peace deal reached, Pakistan says
Iran's foreign minister said a deal has "never been closer" and that the details of a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. will be shared publicly "in due course."
"It rips my heart apart": U.S. military veteran calls on ICE to release wife
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
Elon Musk becomes the world's first trillionaire with SpaceX's IPO
The SpaceX CEO's fortune on paper now rivals the annual economic output of many countries, according to World Bank data.
DOJ paves way for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
U.S. cruises past Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener
The U.S. men's national soccer team made easy work of Paraguay in its World Cup opener Friday, defeating the South American side 4-1 at SoFi Stadium.
At least 1 killed, 9 hospitalized in Texas mass shooting; suspect dead
Four people were in surgery and five others were stable, according to Midland Memorial Hospital in Texas.
Alabama seeks lethal injection execution after court rejects nitrogen gas method
Alabama is seeking to execute a man with lethal injection hours after his nitrogen execution was prevented from going forward.
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U.S. cruises past Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener
The U.S. men's national soccer team made easy work of Paraguay in its World Cup opener Friday, defeating the South American side 4-1 at SoFi Stadium.
1 killed, 22 injured in Virginia church tent collapse
The incident occurred Friday night during an outdoor service at East Lake Community Church in Moneta, Virginia.
Trump says U.S. killed Tren de Aragua leader in airstrike in Venezuela
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
Alabama seeks lethal injection execution after court rejects nitrogen gas method
Alabama is seeking to execute a man with lethal injection hours after his nitrogen execution was prevented from going forward.
New Yorker confronts unruly Knicks fans: "This is our city"
When violence erupted near a New York Knicks watch party on Monday, one New Yorker stood up to the unruly crowd.
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DOJ paves way for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
Former SpaceX welder becomes a millionaire after historic IPO
Juan Hernandez, a former SpaceX employee, owns 6,500 company shares. On the first day of public trading, his wealth ballooned by $1,046,175.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
FDA authorizes emergency use of drug to fight screwworms in pets
Nitenpyram is the first generic animal drug authorized to treat screwworms in dogs and cats, according to federal regulators.
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"It rips my heart apart": U.S. military veteran calls on ICE to release wife
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
Trump says U.S. killed Tren de Aragua leader in airstrike in Venezuela
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
DOJ paves way for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
Ohio voting rights group facing criminal fraud investigation, sources say
The FBI executed a search warrant at the office of an Ohio-based group known for its voter registration work as part of an ongoing fraud-related investigation, sources told CBS News.
Workers begin removing Trump's name from Kennedy Center
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
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FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
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U.S. military making plans to secure Iran's nuclear materials, sources say
Military planners have discussed contingencies that would involve U.S. forces helping secure Iran's nuclear materials if a deal is reached, according to U.S. officials familiar with knowledge of the ongoing planning.
Suspect linked to U.S. consulate shooting on run in Canada, officer killed
A manhunt is underway for an "armed and dangerous" suspect linked to a shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto after an officer was fatally shot.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
Stowaway with 524 pounds of cocaine, gun found on barge in Caribbean
It's the second time this year that authorities detained a stowaway holding a huge stash of drugs in the same harbor.
"Spy turtles" and "spy fish" prowling China's waters, Beijing claims
"An unseen covert war of espionage is currently unfolding" in the waters off China, the country's minister of state security has alleged.
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DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger
The Justice Department has given the merger between CBS News' parent company, Paramount Skydance, and Warner Bros. Discovery the green light. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the latest.
Shawn Hatosy talks acting on "The Pitt"
Actor Shawn Hatosy went from guest star to Emmy Award-winning fan favorite as Dr. Jack Abbot on the hit medical drama "The Pitt." Dr. Abbot "is very calm in the face of chaos and he can handle anything, but he's struggling, as is Robby, and they have to come together," Hatosy tells "CBS Mornings."
Taylor Swift is youngest woman inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
KISS on Songwriters Hall of Fame induction
KISS' Paul Stanley says it's an honor to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame along with his band member Gene Simmons. "This is what the American dream is about," Simmons tells "CBS Mornings."
2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with 3 opening ceremonies
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
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As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
SpaceX expansion plans impact local community
Residents near SpaceX's South Texas campus have mixed opinions about Elon Musk's company and its plans to expand operations. CBS News' Jason Allen reports from Starbase, Texas.
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.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
Uproar over planned data center near zoo
Residents are protesting plans for a 70,000-square-foot data center near the Nashville Zoo. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Texas shooting kills at least 1, injures 10
On Wednesday, a 45-year-old gunman opened fire on police in Midland, Texas, allegedly refusing to surrender to police. He fled, finally barricading himself in an abandoned veterinary building and shooting wildly. All of those shot were civilians. The gunman was found dead on Friday, with the FBI and state agencies investigating. Jason Allen has more.
Midland gunman was on the run before shooting
At least one person is dead, and 10 others are injured after a gunman opened fire in Midland, Texas, on Friday. The shooter died after a standoff with police. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen reports.
Relative blames parents in cruise killing
Timothy Hudson, 16, has been charged with the death and sexual assault of his stepsister, Anna Kepner, who was on a Carnival cruise ship with her family when she was killed. Hudson's step-grandmother, Sonya Ziske, spoke to CBS News about Kepner's death, blaming parental irresponsibility as a major factor. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
Latest news on Midland, Texas, shooting
Officials provided an update after a mass shooting in Midland, Texas, where at least one person was killed. CBS News' Mugo Odigwe reports.
TX mass shooting suspect dead, officials say
The suspect in a deadly mass shooting in Midland, Texas, is dead, officials say. CBS News' Mugo Odigwe reports.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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?
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?
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Analyzing situation between U.S., Iran
The U.S. and Iran appear closer than ever to an agreement that would launch negotiations on a long-term peace deal. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has analysis, and Linda Bilmes, a senior lecturer at the Harvard Kennedy School, discusses the Iran war's economic impact.
Veteran calls on ICE to release his wife
Retired Staff Sgt. Wilmer Trujillo served in the U.S. National Guard for roughly 20 years. Now, he is calling on federal immigration officials to release his wife, Arelys Barahona-Martinez, a native Honduran who is facing deportation. Trujillo spoke with CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez.
U.S. monitoring activity in South China Sea
Tensions between China and the Philippines, a key American ally, intensified this week. U.S. intelligence agencies are closely monitoring activity around the disputed Scarborough Shoal, according to U.S. officials. The officials say the Chinese government installed what Beijing has called a "scientific structure" in the middle of the reef, angering the Philippines. CBS News' James LaPorta, who broke that story alongside Olivia Gazis, has more.
Revisiting the besties who say they are twins
Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" again with a pair of twins, who aren't really twins. Just don't try to tell them that.
SpaceX IPO creates new millionaires
SpaceX's market debut made Elon Musk a trillionaire on Friday. The company has also minted thousands of new millionaires. Jo Ling Kent reports.