Israeli strikes kill scores in Gaza, dimming hope amid Trump's peace push
Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu defiantly ramps up the war in Gaza, despite mounting pressure from Trump and castigation by France's president.
Middle East
Israel strikes Gaza hospital
There are no signs of an Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal coming to fruition, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not currently part of President Trump's schedule while he visits the Middle East. This comes as Israel continues to strike the Palestinian territory. Debora Patta reports.
Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia, beginning first foreign trip of new term
Saudi Arabia is of key diplomatic importance to the Trump White House, especially amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
Former ambassador to Israel on Trump
President Trump is pitching regional stability and global investment during his trip to the Middle East, the first foreign policy visit of his second term. Notably, a trip to Israel, now 19 months into its conflict with Hamas militants, is not on his schedule. Daniel Shapiro, U.S. ambassador to Israel during the Obama administration, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Edan Alexander's family reflects on reunion, trauma their son experienced
For the first time since American-Israeli Edan Alexander's release by Hamas, his family is speaking publicly about what their son went through.
Day 1 of Trump's Middle East trip: Takeaways
The chess pieces of the Middle East — military, diplomatic and investment — are moving rapidly, and possibly with historic consequences, with President Trump at the center. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Fin Gómez break down the biggest news from Day 1 of the president's trip. Then, former special envoy for Israeli-Palestinian negotiations Frank Lowenstein joins with analysis.
Trump on end of Syria sanctions
President Trump announced his plan to lift U.S. sanctions against Syria months after the Bashar al-Assad regime was ousted. Mr. Trump said he discussed the move with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Business leaders in Saudi Arabia
Elon Musk and other business moguls are in Saudi Arabia as President Trump discusses future investments with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and other Middle East leaders. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
Saudis greet Trump with royal treatment
President Trump is in Saudi Arabia for the first leg of his trip in the Middle East. Several big business leaders are also present for discussions. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump kicks off Saudi Arabia visit
Several business leaders are in Saudi Arabia as President Trump kicks off his trip in the Middle East. This comes as lawmakers call for an ethics review of Qatar's offer of a luxury jet for the president to use while in office. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Next steps in U.S.-China trade deal
Stocks soared Monday after the U.S. and China agreed to drastically roll back tariffs for at least 90 days. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.
Latest on Edan Alexander's release from Hamas
Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage who was being held in Gaza. CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy has more.
Details on Edan Alexander release
After more than 19 months in Hamas captivity, Israel-American hostage Edan Alexander has been released. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on that and Qatar's donation of a jumbo jet for President Trump to use as a presidential plane.
Trump headed to Middle East
President Trump is visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, where he will potentially discuss deals and extend diplomatic efforts in the Middle East. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more from the White House, and Iulia Joja, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, joins CBS News with more on the trip's objectives.
Hamas says it will free Edan Alexander, U.S. citizen abducted on Oct. 7
Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
PKK to lay down arms after decades-long insurgency in Turkey
The Kurdish insurgent group PKK in Turkey says it will lay down its arms and disband after a decades-long fight that killed tens of thousands.
Trump heads overseas Monday
President Trump is set to depart Monday for the Middle East, the first international trip of his second term. His trip comes as his administration is at the center of three major international flashpoints: the Middle East, Russia and Ukraine and India and Pakistan. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
U.S., Iran to have more nuclear talks
U.S. officials are set to meet with Iranian officials for talks in Oman this weekend. In an interview published on Friday, U.S. Envoy Steve Witkoff said Iranians have told them they do not want a bomb. The U.S. is accepting their word, for now. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Trump says U.S. will stop bombing Houthis
President Trump announced Tuesday that the U.S. would stop bombing Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more on that and the president's meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Israel approves plan to capture all of Gaza
Israel is calling up tens of thousands of reserve soldiers after the government approved plans to capture all of the Gaza Strip. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has the latest from London.
What to know about Trump's weekend interview
An interview between President Trump and NBC'S "Meet The Press" made waves over the weekend as the president said, among other things, he didn't know if everyone on U.S. soil is entitled to due process in the court of law. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more on that and the president's social media post about tariffs on movies made outside the United States.
Israel plans to expand Gaza war to capture entire Palestinian territory
A Houthi missile struck Ben-Gurion airport Sunday for the first time since the war began, briefly closing it just as Israel voted to expand Gaza operations.
Freedom Flotilla activists say ship carrying Gaza aid attacked by drones
A pro-Palestinian protest group that's tried for years to breach Israel's Gaza blockade with ships carrying aid says one of its vessels was attacked by drones off Malta.
Iran hangs man convicted of spying for Israel
Iran's state media say Mohsen Langarneshin was one of Israel's "top spies," but a rights group says he was forced to confess, and now he's been executed.
Trump tries to end conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza
Throughout the campaign, President Trump repeatedly said he could end the wars in Ukraine and Gaza with blazing speed. Despite that, the conflicts continue. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Trump says he's struck deal for "permanent control over security" in Greenland
President Trump said he struck a deal to give the U.S. "permanent control over security" in Greenland following a push by the president to boost U.S. influence over the island.
Exclusive
Patrick Clancy: "I think I did the best I could"
Asked whether he feels like he failed in some way, Patrick Clancy told 60 Minutes he believes he did the best he could with the information he had at the time.
Trump says he's banning CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House
CBS News observed two MS NOW employees being turned away from the White House on Saturday morning.
Live
2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Trump grapples with his next move
Following more attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said he'll make a "big decision" on whether to "annihilate" Iran's leadership.
State Department approves $2.7 billion air defense sale to Ukraine
The proposed sale is subject to congressional review.
Pentagon releases UFO files with documents on secretive military program
The Pentagon on Friday released a new group of files about unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP or UFOs, including a batch of documents regarding a mysterious military program studying aerospace threats.
Nvidia CEO calls for AI to be developed "as fast as we can"
The CEO of the world's largest chipmaker told CBS News that tech companies should proceed with artificial intelligence development despite recent warnings from worried industry leaders that there may be a need to pull back.
Appeals court rejects Trump's third-country deportation policy
A federal appeals court ruled Friday that U.S. immigration officials must offer detainees "a meaningful opportunity to contest" any deportation to countries where they have no ties.
Cuba power grid collapse leaves millions without electricity again
One Cuba resident said there is "no way to know" when power will be restored to the island nation.
U.S.
More U.S.
Cuba power grid collapse leaves millions without electricity again
One Cuba resident said there is "no way to know" when power will be restored to the island nation.
Firefighters struggle with staffing shortages amid record wildfire season
Wildfires have burned more than 8.5 million acres of land in the U.S. this year, and at the peak of the season, there weren't enough people or equipment to fight them.
Exclusive
Patrick Clancy: "I think I did the best I could"
Asked whether he feels like he failed in some way, Patrick Clancy told 60 Minutes he believes he did the best he could with the information he had at the time.
Nvidia CEO calls for AI to be developed "as fast as we can"
The CEO of the world's largest chipmaker told CBS News that tech companies should proceed with artificial intelligence development despite recent warnings from worried industry leaders that there may be a need to pull back.
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham
The new law lets the president impose tariffs on the largest purchases of Russian oil and natural gas.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Nvidia CEO calls for AI to be developed "as fast as we can"
The CEO of the world's largest chipmaker told CBS News that tech companies should proceed with artificial intelligence development despite recent warnings from worried industry leaders that there may be a need to pull back.
Mortgage rates are nearing 7%. One house hunter says he's "despondent."
"It seems like we're trying to climb out of a hole somebody else is digging," said one frustrated house hunter as homeownership costs rise.
Increased ICE enforcement in 2025 hurt local employment, analysis finds
Employment fell last year in U.S. cities where ICE arrests surged, according to the Brookings Institution.
AI security experts say they used Claude to hack ChatGPT
Cybersecurity researchers said they were able to use Anthropic's Claude AI platfom to penetrate ChatGPT in "less than 72 hours."
195,000 heated blankets recalled after dozens of burn injuries
The manufacturer has received hundreds of reports of blankets "smoking, melting or burning" due to overheating, according to a recall notice.
Politics
More Politics
Cuba power grid collapse leaves millions without electricity again
One Cuba resident said there is "no way to know" when power will be restored to the island nation.
State Department approves $2.7 billion air defense sale to Ukraine
The proposed sale is subject to congressional review.
Appeals court rejects Trump's third-country deportation policy
A federal appeals court ruled Friday that U.S. immigration officials must offer detainees "a meaningful opportunity to contest" any deportation to countries where they have no ties.
Trump says he's struck deal for "permanent control over security" in Greenland
President Trump said he struck a deal to give the U.S. "permanent control over security" in Greenland following a push by the president to boost U.S. influence over the island — or take it over.
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham
The new law lets the president impose tariffs on the largest purchases of Russian oil and natural gas.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
Her postpartum symptoms wouldn't go away. A brain tumor was to blame.
Lisa Fasone's first pregnancy went smoothly. Then a rare health condition put her dreams of a second child on hold.
Twins conjoined at the head are separated in 25-hour surgery
The twins were born in Ethiopia with a rare condition that left them joined at the head. Doctors spent a year planning a separation surgery.
Exclusive
Porsha Williams reveals health emergency: "It all happened so fast"
Porsha Williams revealed to "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King that she had to undergo an emergency partial hysterectomy this year after doctors discovered 21 uterine fibroids
Conjoined twins separated in Ethiopia
Two-year-old conjoined twin sisters saw each other face-to-face for the first time after a successful 24-hour surgery to separate them. Ian Lee reports from the children's hospital in St. Louis, where it happened.
1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
World
More World
Cuba power grid collapse leaves millions without electricity again
One Cuba resident said there is "no way to know" when power will be restored to the island nation.
State Department approves $2.7 billion air defense sale to Ukraine
The proposed sale is subject to congressional review.
Trump says he's struck deal for "permanent control over security" in Greenland
President Trump said he struck a deal to give the U.S. "permanent control over security" in Greenland following a push by the president to boost U.S. influence over the island — or take it over.
Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby
Brazilian police said they will reopen dozens of cases linked to a self-confessed serial killer who was arrested as he attempted to escape dressed as a woman and carrying a baby.
Trump touts plan for new U.S. base as Poland warns of risks from Russia
Trump touts "major progress" on plans for a permanent U.S. Army base in Poland as the country's leader warns Russia's war on Ukraine could hit NATO soil.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Duncan Sheik, singer-songwriter of "Barely Breathing," dies at 56
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Princess Diana's brother makes new claims
The brother of the late Princess Diana claims in his upcoming book that then Prince Charles seemed "upbeat" right after his ex-wife died in a Paris car crash in 1997. When asked about these allegations, Buckingham Palace referred to a statement it released earlier this week saying that the king "is mindful that the pain of fraternal grief can cloud reason, affect judgement and colour memory, even many years after such a loss." Watch more of Charles Spencer's conversation with Mark Phillips on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Diana's brother on Charles' reaction to death
Princess Diana's brother, Earl Charles Spencer, makes stunning allegations in a new memoir against then-Prince Charles, now King Charles III, and his reaction to Diana's death. Holly Williams reports.
Exclusive
Porsha Williams reveals health emergency: "It all happened so fast"
Porsha Williams revealed to "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King that she had to undergo an emergency partial hysterectomy this year after doctors discovered 21 uterine fibroids
From the archives: Bob Mackie on being dressmaker to the stars
Nine-time Emmy-winning costume designer Bob Mackie, who clothed such musical and comedic talents as Cher, Carol Burnett, Barbra Streisand and Liza Minnelli, died on Sept. 14, 2026 at age 87. In this Sept. 21, 2003 "Sunday Morning" profile, Mackie talked with correspondent Rita Braver about how a star-struck kid growing up outside Hollywood became a dressmaker to the stars, and what fascinates him about divas. He also talked about the tragic death of his son, Robin, from AIDS.
Technology
More Technology
Technology
AI experts call for independent safety auditors
More than 100 artificial intelligence experts have signed a public letter to express the need for independent AI safety evaluators. Princeton computer science professor Arvind Narayanan, who signed the letter, joins CBS News to discuss.
Nvidia CEO says AI development shouldn't be slowed
Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, the world's largest chipmaker, told "Sunday Morning" that tech companies should push forward with the development of artificial intelligence despite recent warnings from worried industry leaders that there may be a need to pull back due to unease about the technology.
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.
Nvidia CEO calls for AI to be developed "as fast as we can"
The CEO of the world's largest chipmaker told CBS News that tech companies should proceed with artificial intelligence development despite recent warnings from worried industry leaders that there may be a need to pull back.
AI expected to loom large over Trump-Xi summit
President Trump is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington, D.C., on Thursday amid mounting concerns about the safety of artificial intelligence. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan has more.
Science
More Science
Science
Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
Crime
More Crime
Crime
Patrick Clancy: "I think I did the best I could"
Asked whether he feels like he failed in some way, Patrick Clancy told 60 Minutes he believes he did the best he could with the information he had at the time. Watch more of the interview on 60 Minutes on Sunday.
Holdout juror in Clancy case speaks
The holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy's triple murder case has released a statement. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby
Brazilian police said they will reopen dozens of cases linked to a self-confessed serial killer who was arrested as he attempted to escape dressed as a woman and carrying a baby.
Grandmother sues Fargo, ND, over facial tech
A Tennessee grandmother is suing the city of Fargo, North Dakota, after facial recognition software linked her to a crime she didn't commit, which led to a nearly six-month stay in jail. CBS News' Nicole Valdes has more.
Uber must pay $40 million in wrongful death suit
A woman was hit and killed after an Uber driver forced her and her friend out of his car on a freeway. Now, Uber has been ordered to pay $40 million after the victim's family brought forth a wrongful death suit. CBS News' Lauren Pozen reports.
Space
More Space
NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
First on CBS
Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
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.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News Videos
Latest CBS News Videos
Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
AI experts call for independent safety auditors
More than 100 artificial intelligence experts have signed a public letter to express the need for independent AI safety evaluators. Princeton computer science professor Arvind Narayanan, who signed the letter, joins CBS News to discuss.
Protests at Kennedy Center amid Trump threat
Protesters gathered outside the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., on Friday evening after President Trump threatened to demolish the building. WUSA9 reporter Matt Gregory joins from the scene.
Claude AI reportedly used to hack ChatGPT
Researchers from the independent security platform Hacktron AI reported they used Anthropic's Claude tool to hack OpenAI's ChatGPT model. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo reports.
Nvidia CEO says AI development shouldn't be slowed
Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, the world's largest chipmaker, told "Sunday Morning" that tech companies should push forward with the development of artificial intelligence despite recent warnings from worried industry leaders that there may be a need to pull back due to unease about the technology.