Ukraine's president calls for sanctions on Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he wants sanctions on Russia to be made public before a possible invasion of Ukraine. CBS News reporter Haley Ott gives an update.
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Russia's ground forces close in on Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky encouraged fellow Ukrainians to keep up their resistance against Russian forces. Moscow has intensified its assault on Ukraine and is reportedly closing in on Kyiv's city center. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay gives CBS News anchor Lana Zak an update from Odesa, Ukraine.
Ukrainian forces push Russians from Kharkiv
Ukrainian officials say they've pushed Russian troops from Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city. This comes as Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell led a congressional delegation on a surprise visit to Kyiv, where the group met with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta gives an update from Kharkiv.
Russia continues assault on Kyiv
Ukrainian residents are spending another night sheltering as Russia continues its unprovoked assault on the country. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams gives an update from Ukraine.
Zelensky wants to meet with Putin to resolve crisis
World leaders gathered in Germany this weekend for the annual Munich Security Conference. While there, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he wants to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin to resolve the conflict between their two countries. Zelensky also said sanctions on Russia should be made public before a possible invasion of Ukraine. CBS News foreign correspondent Christina Ruffini gives an update.
U.S. orders Ukraine embassy staff to leave
President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke for an hour Saturday morning about the escalating tensions in Eastern Europe. CBS News' Christina Ruffini and Imtiaz Tyab give an update on the situation.
Russia intensifies assault on Ukraine
Russia is intensifying its attacks on Ukrainian cities as officials report the bodies of more than 900 civilians have been found near Kyiv. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams gives an update on the war from Vinnytsia, Ukraine.
Biden pledges more military aid for Ukraine
President Joe Biden is pledging another $150 million in military assistance to Ukraine. Meanwhile, civilian evacuations resumed at a steel plant in Mariupol, the last Ukrainian stronghold in the city. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has an update from Kyiv, Ukraine.
Biden at emergency NATO summit in Brussels
The leaders are discussing their next steps as the war in Ukraine enters its second month. Miami Beach is imposing a midnight curfew through the weekend after two shootings injured five people during spring break. And NYC Mayor Eric Adams is expected to announce exemptions for athletes and performers from the city's vaccine mandate.
Ukraine's president on peace talks parameters
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says a possible deal with Russia could include his country agreeing not to join NATO in exchange for a cease-fire and the withdrawal of Russian troops. Ukraine's military says bombs have been falling on the besieged port city of Mariupol every ten minutes.
White House welcomes foreign leaders
President Biden welcomed the leaders of Sweden and Finland at the White House after both nations submitted their bids to join NATO. But Turkey has expressed its opposition to expanding the military alliance. Elisabeth Braw, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institution, joins CBS News to discuss what admitting the two countries could mean for NATO.
MoneyWatch: U.S. threatens Russia sanctions
The U.S. and NATO allies are threatening Moscow with unprecedented sanctions if Russia moves forward with an invasion of Ukraine. David Lynch, global economics correspondent for the Washington Post, spoke with CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Meg Oliver about the financial implications the Ukraine crisis could have for the global economy.
Trump shoves PM
President Trump appeared to push past the prime minister of Montenegro during a tour of NATO's headquarters.
U.S.-Russia talks off to a slow start
Talks between the U.S. and Russia have to far met the low expectations set by both nations. Both sides say little progress was made in defusing tensions over the buildup of Russian troops near the Ukraine border. Elise Labott, a columnist at Foreign Policy magazine, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the issues at stake.
Ukrainian president urges NATO to implement a no-fly zone
Ukraine's president is urging NATO to implement a no-fly zone, but NATO leaders fear that move would expand the war. Former U.S. Admiral James Foggo joins CBS News' "Red and Blue" for more information.
U.S. delivers responses to Russia's demands
The United States has sent written responses to Russia over their grievances. NATO and the U.S. are preparing for Russia to potentially invade Ukraine with bolstered supplies. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini gives the latest information on the tensions on "Red and Blue."
Top U.S. and Russian diplomats to meet
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected to meet with his Russian counterpart Friday in Switzerland amid heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Russia has an estimated 100,000 troops staged at Ukraine's border. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joined Elaine Quijano on CBSN to discuss.
Biden meeting on Supreme Court pick
President Biden is inching closer to his self-imposed deadline for naming a new Supreme Court nominee. Plus, the White House approves a plan for Americans in Ukraine to leave the country should Russia invade. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and foreign affairs correspondent Christina Ruffini join "Red and Blue" anchor Major Garrett with the latest.
CBS News polling on the war in Ukraine
There is strong support among Americans to help Ukraine in its fight against Russia, according to CBS Newspolling, which shows the majority of people in the U.S. agree with sending more weapons to Ukraine and increasing sanctions on Russia. But when it comes to sending troops, many have drawn a line. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins "Red and Blue" to break down the latest CBS News polling.
Senator's stroke complicates Democrats' plans
Senator Ben Ray Luján is expected to return to Washington in four to six weeks after suffering a stroke, but his absence may complicate President Biden's timeline for naming a Supreme Court nominee. Plus, the U.S. is deploying 3,000 troops to Eastern Europe amid tensions between Russia and Ukraine. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post national correspondent Philip Bump join "Red & Blue" anchor Major Garrett with more.
No breakthrough in NATO-Russia talks
NATO stood by the U.S. in rejecting Russia's demands during talks aimed at easing tensions near the Ukraine border. Russia wants a guarantee that Ukraine and other former Soviet states will not be allowed to join NATO, which the Western allies call a "nonstarter." Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Kay Bailey Hutchison joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss how the U.S. is handling the dispute.
Biden faces court vacancy, Russia tensions
President Biden says he will choose a Supreme Court nominee by the end of February. Meanwhile, the U.S. and NATO are continuing to plan for a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins Major Garrett on "Red & Blue" with the latest.
War in Ukraine rages on as global crisis worsens
The war in Ukraine is having a major impact on food and fuel supplies worldwide. William Taylor, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, joined John Dickerson to discuss the situation.
NATO allies sign accession protocols for Finland and Sweden
"We will be even stronger and our people will be even safer as we face the biggest security crisis in decades," NATO secretary general says.
Biden announces $800 million in Ukraine aid
President Joe Biden is vowing to stand with Ukraine for "as long as it takes." The president announced plans to send an additional $800 million in security assistance to Ukraine. Zeke Miller, CBS News political contributor and White House reporter for the Associated Press, has more.
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Iran says it's up to Trump to choose between diplomacy or war
As the war with Iran hits the 7-month mark, Trump tells Axios he expects talks to resume despite neither side signaling willingness to change demands.
DOJ asks Supreme Court to allow policy ending medical care for transgender inmates
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to revive for now a policy cutting off medical interventions and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
Cornell fraternity rape investigation will be reopened, DA says
The investigation into an alleged rape at Cornell University in 2024 will be reopened, authorities said Monday.
SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
Trump to announce largest steel plant in U.S. history will be built in Iowa
The plant is expected to create 1,750 permanent jobs in Iowa, a White House official said.
Russia hammers Ukraine's capital with major daytime drone strike
A wave of Russian strikes hit Ukraine Monday, killing at least 7 people, including a woman hit by a daytime strike on the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv.
Princess Diana's brother says Buckingham Palace "has to gaslight" him
Charles Spencer, the brother of the late Princess Diana, spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about writing his new book, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister."
Top FBI official Andrew Bailey resigns
Bailey was originally brought in to help ease tensions between former Attorney General Pam Bondi and former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino.
Trump had private dinner with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
The dinner comes as Amodei has warned about the "exponential growth" of AI, and has called for safeguards on the industry, which President Trump has rejected.
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Top FBI official Andrew Bailey resigns
Bailey was originally brought in to help ease tensions between former Attorney General Pam Bondi and former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino.
LSU athlete beats cancer, gets surprise that leads to a night she'll never forget
A woman facing a cancer diagnosis reached out to CBS News recently with an unusual request: help her give away a night she could no longer have.
Trump administration rolls back Biden-era fuel economy standards
Regulators estimate the new rules will result in an average of 34.9 miles per gallon by model year 2031, down from an earlier projection of 50.4 mpg.
BASE jumper dies after falling from 700-foot Utah cliff
A 27-year-old BASE jumper died on Sunday, after falling about 700 feet from a cliff in Utah, authorities said.
DOJ asks Supreme Court to allow policy ending medical care for transgender inmates
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to revive for now a policy cutting off medical interventions and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
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Trump administration rolls back Biden-era fuel economy standards
Regulators estimate the new rules will result in an average of 34.9 miles per gallon by model year 2031, down from an earlier projection of 50.4 mpg.
Could AI really take over the internet? Here's what experts say.
Multiple incidents of AI "agents" going rogue have conjured up fears that they could take down the internet. Should we be worried?
Nvidia announces security system to stop AI agents from going rogue
Nvidia said more than 100 organizations are using the platform, which it says could have stopped the Hugging Face hack by OpenAI agents.
YouTube, the new path to Hollywood for filmmakers
Two of Hollywood's biggest hits this year – "Obsession" and "Backrooms," horror films with tiny budgets directed by YouTube creators – have studios searching for other social media-savvy talent, making YouTube a valuable new kind of film school.
TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
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Top FBI official Andrew Bailey resigns
Bailey was originally brought in to help ease tensions between former Attorney General Pam Bondi and former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino.
Trump administration rolls back Biden-era fuel economy standards
Regulators estimate the new rules will result in an average of 34.9 miles per gallon by model year 2031, down from an earlier projection of 50.4 mpg.
Trump had private dinner with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
The dinner comes as Amodei has warned about the "exponential growth" of AI, and has called for safeguards on the industry, which President Trump has rejected.
DOJ asks Supreme Court to allow policy ending medical care for transgender inmates
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to revive for now a policy cutting off medical interventions and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
Trump to announce largest steel plant in U.S. history will be built in Iowa
The plant is expected to create 1,750 permanent jobs in Iowa, a White House official said.
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Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made food safety a concern of voters.
Teen's headache reveals family health risk: "Saving people's lives"
Minutes into a run, Caroline McCaffrey was struck with a massive headache. The resulting medical journey would reveal a family risk for a dangerous condition.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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Princess Diana's brother says Buckingham Palace "has to gaslight" him
Charles Spencer, the brother of the late Princess Diana, spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about writing his new book, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister."
Wife, daughter of top drug lord held in U.S. are captured in Colombia
The women, who are wanted for money laundering, were arrested in an operation involving the FBI, President Abelardo de la Espriella said.
Russia hammers Ukraine's capital with major daytime drone strike
A wave of Russian strikes hit Ukraine Monday, killing at least 7 people, including a woman hit by a daytime strike on the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv.
Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestler known as "Pac," dies at 40
Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide, was known as "Pac."
U.S.-bound flight makes emergency landing due to smoke
The jet was on a flight from Barcelona to Boston with 296 passengers when it was diverted, media reports said.
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Highlights from the VMA "teal" carpet
Stars stunned on the MTV Video Music Awards "teal" carpet Sunday night in Los Angeles, California. Vlad Duthiers breaks down some of the night's best moments.
Key highlights from the 2026 MTV VMAs
Madonna and Taylor Swift won big at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, where artists also honored Dolly Parton's legacy and celebrated new singers making their global debuts. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers reports.
VMA performance highlights
Vlad Duthiers and Denny Directo break down the most iconic performances from Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, which included performances by Madonna, Shaboozey, Raye and more.
2026 MTV VMAs highlights include Madonna, Taylor Swift
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
The New Season: Fall 2026 - The most anticipated new movies, music, TV and more
Be on the lookout for these new entertainment offerings in the coming months, from screens to the stage, from music to the page.
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Trump had private dinner with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
The dinner comes as Amodei has warned about the "exponential growth" of AI, and has called for safeguards on the industry, which President Trump has rejected.
How Trump is taking on AI
President Trump is meeting with the heads of AI giants as the global concern about rogue models lingers. This comes as more details emerge about OpenAI agents apparently scanning the United Nations website thousands of times. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports, and The Verge's Terrence O'Brien joins with more on his reporting.
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.
Trump confirms dinner with Anthropic's Amodei
President Trump confirmed a private dinner he had with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei as the world grapples with news of rogue AI models. Axios' Maria Curi joins with more.
Could AI really take over the internet? Here's what experts say.
Multiple incidents of AI "agents" going rogue have conjured up fears that they could take down the internet. Should we be worried?
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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.
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Latest details on Caleb Flynn's murder trial
The trial of former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn, who is charged with his wife's murder, continued on Day Eight. Prosecutors showed the courtroom videos from Flynn's initial police interviews following his wife's death. CBS News' Lana Zak has the latest.
Latest news on Cornell fraternity rape case
Authorities say an investigation into an alleged rape at Cornell University in 2024 has been reopened. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the latest details.
5 U.K. terror plot suspects released on bail
Five suspects arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act near a U.K. Royal Air Force base have been released on bail, police say.
Wife, daughter of top drug lord held in U.S. are captured in Colombia
The women, who are wanted for money laundering, were arrested in an operation involving the FBI, President Abelardo de la Espriella said.
Russia blasts Ukraine with drone strike
Russia slammed Ukraine's Kyiv with a daytime drone strike that killed several people, according to officials. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.
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SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
"The Spider" extradited from Colombia
An alleged narco-terrorist known as "The Spider" was extradited from Colombia to California to face drug trafficking and terrorism charges.
Coastal floods still drowning Eastern U.S.
Massive waves are still slamming parts of the East Coast after areas in New England flooded amid a powerful nor'easter that whipped through over the weekend. Tom Hanson has the latest.
Latest details on Caleb Flynn's murder trial
The trial of former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn, who is charged with his wife's murder, continued on Day Eight. Prosecutors showed the courtroom videos from Flynn's initial police interviews following his wife's death. CBS News' Lana Zak has the latest.
Lawmakers push back against Trump commercial
Some Republican and Democratic lawmakers are pushing back against President Trump's newest television ad campaign, which was paid for with taxpayer money. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has the latest.