Russia intensifies battle for eastern Ukraine
Russia is continuing its battle for control of eastern Ukraine as it announced it will cut off natural gas after the country applied for NATO membership. Debora Patta reports.
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Biden hosts Finnish and Swedish counterparts
President Biden announced he's throwing his full support behind accepting Sweden and Finland into NATO. Mr. Biden welcomed his Swedish and Finnish counterparts to the White House on Wednesday, where they discussed the nations' NATO applications and overall security in Europe. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe explains why Wednesday's visit is significant.
Finland says Russia is cutting off natural gas supplies
Energy cutoff comes after Finland and neighbor Sweden formally applied to join NATO this week.
Why Finland, Sweden are rushing to join NATO
Max Bergmann, European program director for the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Nancy Chen to talk about Finland and Sweden's push to join NATO.
Ukraine collects evidence for war crimes cases
Russian troops have left a path of destruction and heartbreak in Ukraine, where war crimes investigators are busy gathering evidence. Debora Patta reports.
Finland and Sweden officially apply to join NATO
The moves, driven by security concerns over Russia's war in Ukraine, come despite Kremlin warnings that doing so would be a "grave mistake."
Finland says it could fend off Russian aggression with or without NATO
A top Finnish diplomat tells CBS News his country would bolster the transatlantic alliance, but even without membership, Finland has its own "credible deterrence."
Finland seeks NATO membership
One of Russia's closest neighbors, Finland, has officially launched its bid to join NATO with Sweden also announcing its intent to join. Finland shares over 800 miles of border with Russia, and despite repeated threats from Russia, Finland is poised to join the U.S.-led Western military alliance. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports from Helsinki.
GOP delegation welcomes Finland's NATO bid
Despite threats from Moscow, Finland is putting in its application to join NATO. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins CBS News from Helsinki to discuss the potential impact.
Finland joining NATO angers neighbor Russia
Less than three months after Russia invaded Ukraine, neighbor Finland will apply to join the NATO alliance — a stunning reversal of the country's military neutrality dating back 75 years. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab is in Finland and asked questions of both the Finnish president and prime minister about the move.
Russia's threats aren't scaring Finland away from its NATO bid
As Finland and Sweden's leaders seek the reassurance of NATO defense, CBS News tours a nuclear bunker in Helsinki – part of the legacy of Russia's last invasion.
Finland and Sweden inch closer to NATO membership
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has caused neighboring countries to seek NATO membership. Meanwhile in Ukraine, the country is finally gaining back territory as Russian forces are drawing back. Charlie D'Agata reports from Vinnytisa, Ukraine, with the latest.
Inflation rises to near 40-year high
Global forces including supply chain disruptions, energy costs and Russia's invasion of Ukraine have contributed to rising inflation, which is at a near 40-year high. Mark Strassmann reports.
Face The Nation: Gottlieb, Blankfein, Esper
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Finland says it wants to join NATO
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports on Finland's announcement that it wants to join NATO, and Ukraine's key victory in the battle for Kharkiv, the country's second-largest city.
Putin warns Finland NATO membership would harm relations
Finland's leader told Russian President Vladimir Putin that the country would seek to join NATO in the coming days.
Russia fumes as Finland and Sweden push for NATO membership
Moscow has warned that if the Nordic nations are accepted into the alliance, "Russia will be forced to take retaliatory steps."
Finland announces support for joining NATO
Finland's leaders have announced they support joining NATO "without delay." Neighboring Sweden is also expected to seek membership. Russia has responded saying that it will be forced to take "retaliatory steps" if Finland joins the alliance. William Alberque, director of strategy, technology and arms control at the International Institute for Strategic Studies, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss what such a move would mean for NATO and Russia.
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Russia lashes out at Finland's race to join NATO
Finland announced it is applying to join NATO and Sweden is expected to quickly follow.
Russia threatened by Finland's race to join NATO
Russia is lashing out after Finland said it is applying to NATO. Russia cut off gas supplies to Europe, a day after the Ukrainian government halted gas transfers through its territory. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Putin furious with Finland over NATO
With Finland stating that it wants to join NATO "without delay." Russian President Vladimir Putin and his country responded with threats. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins "Red and Blue" to discuss that and more.
Finland calls for NATO membership
Leaders in Finland are calling for NATO membership "without delay." The move comes in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Reporter Teri Schultz joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero with more on geopolitical impact of the move.
Russia targets Ukrainian towns on front lines
The Director of National Intelligence said Russian President Vladimir Putin is preparing for a prolonged conflict in Ukraine with goals beyond the Donbas region. Meanwhile, Russian missiles pounded the port city of Odesa in an attempt to disrupt supply lines of Western weapons into Ukraine. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Putin defends Ukraine war in "Victory Day" speech
Russian President Putin accused the U.S., NATO and Kyiv of starting the fight in Ukraine during the Victory Day Parade. In Ukraine, President Zelenskyy accused Putin of "repeating the horrific crimes of Hitler's regime today" as a Russian airstrike killed an estimated 60 people at a Luhansk school. Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging rape by frat members
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
Trump announces plans for largest steel plant in U.S. history to be built in Iowa
President Trump on Monday announced that the company Mesabi Metallics will build a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa over the coming years.
Alito recuses himself from major case on climate change and fossil fuels
The Supreme Court will soon hear arguments in the major climate change lawsuit between two energy companies and the city and county of Boulder, Colorado.
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Iran says it's up to Trump to choose between war and diplomacy
As the war with Iran hits the seven-month mark, President Trump confirmed that American and Iranian negotiators exchanged messages through mediators on Monday.
Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
Olsen had been assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he was working on the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials
New York Times exec dies in shooting; elderly in-laws accused of murder
An elderly couple in the San Francisco Bay Area is suspected of shooting and killing their son-in-law in the parking lot of a community park over the weekend.
NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.
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.
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.
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NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.
Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
Olsen had been assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he was working on the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials
Peperoncini product recalled after "pest contaminant" found in jar
California food manufacturer said it is investigating after a consumer posted a video showing a rodent in a jar of the company's peperoncinis.
Holiday airfares soar to 10-year high. Here's how to save on flights.
Airfares for round-trip U.S. flights have jumped 31% compared to the same period last year, and tickets are likely to get pricier, according to a new analysis.
New York Times exec dies in California shooting; elderly in-laws accused of murder
An elderly couple in the San Francisco Bay Area is suspected of shooting and killing their son-in-law in the parking lot of a community park over the weekend.
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Peperoncini product recalled after "pest contaminant" found in jar
California food manufacturer said it is investigating after a consumer posted a video showing a rodent in a jar of the company's peperoncinis.
Holiday airfares soar to 10-year high. Here's how to save on flights.
Airfares for round-trip U.S. flights have jumped 31% compared to the same period last year, and tickets are likely to get pricier, according to a new analysis.
Gas prices could soar if the U.S. bans diesel exports, economists say
President Trump said he is "very seriously" considering a ban on diesel exports. But such a move could drive U.S. gas prices sharply higher, analysts said.
Trump administration rolls back Biden-era fuel economy standards
Regulators estimate the new rule 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?
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Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
Olsen had been assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he was working on the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials
Alito recuses himself from major case on climate change and fossil fuels
The Supreme Court will soon hear arguments in the major climate change lawsuit between two energy companies and the city and county of Boulder, Colorado.
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 rule 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.
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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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Pope Leo draws massive crowds in France. Is Catholicism making a comeback?
Large crowds in Paris and other parts of France offered a striking welcome for Pope Leo in one of Europe's most secular countries.
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."
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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
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AI companies probing rogue incidents: Axios
Axios reports that OpenAI, Anthropic and security researchers are investigating tens of thousands of cases where AI models showed troublesome behavior like bypassing guardrails, creating message boards and even hacking websites. New York Times technology correspondent Mike Isaac joins CBS News to discuss.
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 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.
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.
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.
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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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In-laws allegedly kill son-in-law, police say
A husband and wife, both in their late 70s, are accused of shooting their son-in-law to death outside of a sports complex near San Francisco. Matt Gutman reports.
Closing arguments to start in Caleb Flynn trial
Closing arguments are set to begin Tuesday in the trial of former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn, who's accused of killing his wife. CBS News' Ian Lee has more.
New York Times exec dies in California shooting; elderly in-laws accused of murder
An elderly couple in the San Francisco Bay Area is suspected of shooting and killing their son-in-law in the parking lot of a community park over the weekend.
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging rape by frat members
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
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.
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NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.
SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
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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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Russia strikes Ukrainian cultural landmark
Russian drones slammed into Ukraine's capital of Kyiv on Monday, one torching the National Academy of Sciences building. Aiden Stretch reports.
5 British terror plot suspects freed on bail
Five British nationals were freed on bail after a high-profile arrest over the weekend. They are suspected of planning an attack near an air base used by the U.S. military in the war with Iran. President Trump criticized their release as investigators dig into their backgrounds. Holly Williams reports.
Cychlorphine: Opioid more potent than fentanyl
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