More than 60 "gay suspects" detained at same-sex wedding in Nigeria
"We are in Africa and we are in Nigeria," said a police spokesperson. "We cannot copy the Western world because we don't have the same culture."
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Niger in face-off with other African nations
The Economic Community of West African States warned it could take military action against coup leaders if Niger's ousted president was not reinstated by Sunday, but the military junta in control of the country ignored the warning and closed Niger's airspace. The BBC's Chris Ewokor is in neighboring Nigeria and has the latest.
Nigerian chef breaks world record for longest cooking marathon
Nigerian chef Hilda Baci cooked more than 100 pots of food over the course of 4 days, each big enough to serve 30 to 35 people.
100 people killed after boat returning from wedding capsizes in Nigeria
The victims, including women and children, were returning from an overnight wedding ceremony, a resident said.
4 killed, 3 kidnapped when gunmen attack U.S. convoy in Nigeria
None of those killed or injured were U.S. citizens, National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby said Tuesday.
Nigeria boat accident leaves 15 children dead and 25 more missing
A local official said the kids were trying to cross a river to collect firewood when their over-crowded boat capsized.
Nigerian politician convicted in "horrific" U.K. organ harvesting case
The senior prosecutor in the case said the couple involved, along with a U.K. doctor found guilty alongside them, had shown "utter disregard for the victim's welfare."
Rutgers star honors the mentor who helped him find basketball
Cliff Omoruyi only started playing basketball at age 14, just before his family in Nigeria sent him to New Jersey.
Nigerian election results come amid concern
Nigeria's ruling party candidate Bola Tinubu is leading in the presidential election as votes are counted in Africa's largest democracy. But the electoral process has been mired in controversy with all three major parties complaining of irregularities. There have also been reports of violence. BBC News correspondent Mayeni Jones joins Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" with the latest from Nigeria's election.
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Russia intensifies Bakhmut offensive in eastern Ukraine; New report shows apartment rental prices drop across the U.S.
Sophia Danner-Okotie on clothing line
Sophia Danner-Okotie is the founder of the fashion company Besida. Known for its vibrant African prints and unique designs, Besida reflects Danner-Okotie's Nigerian heritage with a modern twist. She joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss creating a sustainable clothing line that represents her African roots and also helps people in her Nigerian hometown with job opportunities.
Germany begins returning looted bronze artifacts to Nigeria
Their repatriation is part of a larger effort by Western nations to return looted artifacts to Africa.
U.S. grants asylum to 12-year-old Nigerian chess prodigy
Tanitoluwa "Tani" Adewumi rose to fame at just 8-years-old, when he defeated 73 of the best chess players in his age group in New York.
3 stowaways rescued from oil tanker's rudder in Spanish port
The men were discovered after the Alithini II tanker pulled into port at Las Palmas, Spain, 11 days after leaving Nigeria
U.S. orders diplomats' families to leave Nigeria's capital
Nigeria's police said they were boosting security without saying why, but the U.S. Embassy in Abuja cited a "heightened risk of terrorist attacks."
Death toll from floods in Nigeria tops 600
More than 1.3 million people have been displaced and over 82,000 houses have been destroyed, officials said.
Almost 80 people killed as boat capsizes in flood-swollen river
An emergency management official said the water level in the Niger River was "very high and too risky for a smooth search and rescue operation."
USWNT formally signs equal pay agreement with U.S. Soccer
"It's such a proud moment for all of us," Megan Rapinoe said. "...That same 'never say die' attitude we had on the field, that's the same vibe we brought to this."
Hundreds of inmates escape after jihadists blast hole in prison wall
Some recaptured inmates lay on the ground by the prison entrance near the bodies of those who died in the attack.
2 infants among 22 killed in an attack on church in Nigeria
It's still unclear what group was behind the attack on the Catholic church, but Nigeria is facing both an Islamist insurgency, and rising criminal gang violence.
Nigerian authorities hunt for gunmen who killed 50 at church
The priest celebrating the Mass was giving the blessing to end the service when the attackers came in and opened fire.
Over 50 feared dead in Nigeria church attack, officials say
Lawmakers in southwestern Nigeria say more than 50 people are feared dead after gunmen opened fire and detonated explosives at a church.
At least 31 killed in stampede during charity event in southern Nigeria
The stampede at the program organized by the Kings Assembly pentecostal church in Rivers state involved many people who were seeking assistance, police said.
Nigeria's leader vows "no mercy" for gunmen who killed more than 150
Residents were mowed down as they tried to flee motorcycle-riding criminal gangs that laid waste to villages in the northern Plateau state.
Expanded travel ban goes into effect Saturday
President Trump is expanding the travel ban policy to six additional countries, including Nigeria and Myanmar. The change goes into effect on Saturday. Zolan Kanno-Youngs of The New York Times joined "Red & Blue" to explain what this ban will do.
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Special counsel asks Supreme Court to rule on Trump's immunity claim
Special counsel Jack Smith asked the Supreme Court on Monday to swiftly decide whether former President Donald Trump is absolutely immune from federal prosecution.
Texas woman leaves state to have abortion after high court paused decision
State District Judge Maya Guerra Gamble last week had ruled that Kate Cox could terminate her pregnancy despite the state's ban.
Hunter Biden files motion to dismiss indictment on gun charges
Lawyers for Hunter Biden say the firearms charges against him are unconstitutional, and they are also challenged David Weiss' appointment as special counsel.
Golden Globes announce 2024 nominations. See the full list here.
The Golden Globe nominations mark the official kickoff to Hollywood's 2024 awards season, and the announcement of the full list was livestreamed here.
Bronx building partially collapses
It happened around 3:40 p.m. at a six-story building on West Burnside Avenue in Phelan Place.
Jailed Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny missing, allies say
"We still don't know where Alexey is," allies of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny say after apparent prison transfer.
U.N. says Israel-Hamas war causing "unmatched" suffering in Gaza
U.N. aid agencies tell CBS News the "suffering of the children in Gaza" is unmatched as Israel pounds the Palestinian territory in its raging war with Hamas.
Election workers sue Giuliani, saying he took their "good names"
The two plaintiffs are seeking from $15.5 million to $43 million for damages from Giuliani, according to recent court filings.
UAW claims Honda, Hyundai and VW are illegally threatening workers
The three automakers are breaking the law and want workers to "sit down and shut up," UAW chief Shawn Fain said.
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Building partially collapses in the Bronx
It happened around 3:40 p.m. at a seven-story building on West Burnside Avenue in Phelan Place.
Hunter Biden files motion to dismiss indictment on gun charges
Lawyers for Hunter Biden say the firearms charges against him are unconstitutional, and they are also challenged David Weiss' appointment as special counsel.
UAW claims Honda, Hyundai and VW are illegally threatening workers
The three automakers are breaking the law and want workers to "sit down and shut up," UAW chief Shawn Fain said.
Bernie Madoff's victims to get additional $158 million in restitution
Nearly 25,000 of the victims in Madoff's Ponzi scheme will see restitution through the Madoff Victim Fund.
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Use these apps to earn cashback and rewards on holiday shopping purchases to avoid blowing your budget as gift prices rise.
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UAW claims Honda, Hyundai and VW are illegally threatening workers
The three automakers are breaking the law and want workers to "sit down and shut up," UAW chief Shawn Fain said.
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Fed rate hikes are over, economists say. Here's the impact on your money.
The central bank's series of interest rate hikes may be drawing to an end. Here are steps to take with your money now.
Where Shohei Ohtani's $700M deal ranks among biggest pro contracts
Shohei Ohtani signs with the Dodgers for a record $700 million. These players are among the highest paid athletes of all time.
Macy's receives buyout offer — is it all about real estate?
Investment firms are circling the 165-year-old retailer despite its growth struggles. Here's why.
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Hunter Biden files motion to dismiss indictment on gun charges
Lawyers for Hunter Biden say the firearms charges against him are unconstitutional, and they are also challenged David Weiss' appointment as special counsel.
Texas woman leaves state to have abortion after high court paused decision
State District Judge Maya Guerra Gamble last week had ruled that Kate Cox could terminate her pregnancy despite the state's ban.
Special counsel asks Supreme Court to rule on Trump's immunity claim
Special counsel Jack Smith asked the Supreme Court on Monday to swiftly decide whether former President Donald Trump is absolutely immune from federal prosecution.
New Hampshire man arrested for allegedly threatening to kill Vivek Ramaswamy
The Justice Department said Tyler Anderson, 30, of Dover, Hampshire, was arrested Saturday.
Supreme Court declines challenge to Washington state's conversion therapy ban
Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito and Brett Kavanaugh said they would hear the case.
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Concerned about a loved one's drinking? Expert explains signs to watch for
How can you tell if a friend or family member may need help when it comes to drinking? An expert shares signs to look for and tips for starting a conversation.
Texas court halts emergency abortion ruling
The Texas Supreme Court has paused a lower court's decision to allow Kate Cox to get an emergency abortion. CBS News' Janet Shamlian has more on why a final decision is so urgent for the 31-year-old.
The increasing hazard of black lung disease facing coal miners
Traditionally one in every five coal miners ended up with black lung disease. But today, in Appalachia, miners are suffering from black lung at increasingly younger ages - and experts say a new rule to protect against silica dust doesn't go far enough.
Black lung threat increasing among coal miners
Coal mining has always been a dangerous job, with one in every five miners ending up with "black lung" disease. But today, in Appalachia, miners are suffering from black lung at increasingly younger ages. "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel talks with miners and union officials who say coal companies routinely break the rules that could help protect their employees' health; and looks at a new government proposal that might offer real protection for miners, but which is facing opposition from some in Congress.
Recognizing the signs of postpartum depression
One in seven women experiences postpartum depression (PPD), with more new mothers dying from suicide or overdose than anything else. Experts discuss efforts to destigmatize PPD and encourage treatment, including with a new drug, Zurzuvae, the first-ever pill for PPD.
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Christmas carol event goes viral, gets canceled after 7,000 people show up
Every Wednesday in December for the last decade, Londoners have gathered near the Columbia Road Flower Market to sing Christmas carols together, sip on mulled wine and visit neighborhood shops.
U.N. says Israel-Hamas war causing "unmatched" suffering in Gaza
U.N. aid agencies tell CBS News the "suffering of the children in Gaza" is unmatched as Israel pounds the Palestinian territory in its raging war with Hamas.
Fossilized skull of a huge "underwater T. rex" found in U.K. cliffs
"I think it would have been able to prey effectively on anything that was unfortunate enough to be in its space," an expert said after a fossilized pliosaur skull was found in the U.K.
Guest's $800K diamond ring found in vacuum bag at Paris' Ritz Hotel
The diamond ring's owner, a Malaysian businesswoman, thought it had been stolen by hotel staff and filed a complaint with the police.
Jailed Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny missing, allies say
"We still don't know where Alexey is," allies of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny say after apparent prison transfer.
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Cardi B says she is "single," confirming breakup with Offset
Cardi B and Offset have previously split several times, but had always managed to reconcile.
Harry Potter first edition found in bargain bin sells for $69,000 at auction
A mom bought a copy of the first Harry Potter book for her kids to read on vacation. More than 20 years later, it sold at auction for $69,000.
Julia Roberts talks past characters
“CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King sits down with Julia Roberts to discuss her new apocalyptic thriller, “Leave The World Behind.” In this preview clip, Roberts revisits her role in “My Best Friend's Wedding” and imagines where her character would be today. The full interview airs Tuesday on “CBS Mornings.”
Golden Globe nominees announced
The nominees for the 81st Golden Globe Awards were announced Monday morning. Fandango managing editor Erik Davis joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the nominations and the frontrunners for the prestigious awards, airing on CBS on Jan. 7, 2024.
Golden Globes announce 2024 nominations. See the full list here.
The Golden Globe nominations mark the official kickoff to Hollywood's 2024 awards season, and the announcement of the full list was livestreamed here.
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Google releases its most powerful AI model
Google has released Gemini, its most powerful artificial intelligence model to date, as AI seeps into many facets of life. Will Knight, a senior writer for Wired, joins CBS News with a look at the revolutionary technology.
The terms people Googled most in 2023
To mark the search engine's 25th birthday, Google also released top search data "of all time" across various categories.
Elon Musk restores X account of far-right conspiracy theorist Alex Jones
Alex Jones, the conspiracy theorist known for his fake news site InfoWars and his false denial of the Sandy Hook massacre, was permanently banned from Twitter in 2018.
Holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
He comes once a year, speaking only in rhyme, with high-tech suggestions at gift-giving time. Our own David Pogue (no techno-phobe he) offers nifty new gadgets to put under the tree.
Holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
He comes once a year, speaking only in rhyme, with high-tech suggestions at gift-giving time. Our own David Pogue (no techno-phobe he) offers nifty new gadgets to put under the tree.
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COP28 draft omits phaseout of fossil fuels
The latest draft of the agreement from the COP28 climate summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, does not mention the phasing out of fossil fuels, which was expected by climate activists. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy looks at the impact of the decision.
First tomato ever grown in space, lost 8 months ago, found by astronauts
Astronauts in the International Space Station said they found the rogue fruit, dispelling claims that astronaut Frank Rubio ate it.
Extraordinarily rare white leucistic gator with born in Florida
The baby gator is one of just eight known leucistic alligators in the world, according to Gatorland, the park where it was born.
Bright star will vanish in one-of-a-kind eclipse. Here's how to watch it.
Betelgeuse, one of the biggest and brightest stars in the night sky, will momentarily vanish as an asteroid passes in front of it to produce a one-of-a-kind eclipse.
Orphaned Alaskan sea otter given second chance at life in Chicago
An 8-week-old sea otter pup was found alone in Alaska before being brought to the aquarium at the end of November.
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Bernie Madoff's victims to get additional $158 million in restitution
Nearly 25,000 of the victims in Madoff's Ponzi scheme will see restitution through the Madoff Victim Fund.
Man charged in death of 16-year-old Texas cheerleader
Rafael Govea Romero faces capital murder charges in the death of Lizbeth Medina, officials in Edna, Texas, said Sunday.
Nebraska priest killed in church attack, officials say
Father Stephen Gutgsell, a priest at St. John the Baptist Church in Fort Calhoun, died after being assaulted at the church's rectory.
Convicted Air Force major blames wife for fight that led to her death
Years after a millionaire mom was killed, her husband breaks his silence, offering a unique self-defense claim at his murder trial.
Key evidence in the disappearance and death of Andreen McDonald
What Air Force Major Andre McDonald says happened in the days surrounding his wife's death.
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SpaceX Falcon Heavy set for launch to put military spaceplane in orbit
Boeing's X-37B spaceplane is making the program's seventh flight, the first since a marathon 2.5-year mission ended last November.
First tomato ever grown in space, lost 8 months ago, found by astronauts
Astronauts in the International Space Station said they found the rogue fruit, dispelling claims that astronaut Frank Rubio ate it.
Bright star will vanish in one-of-a-kind eclipse. Here's how to watch it.
Betelgeuse, one of the biggest and brightest stars in the night sky, will momentarily vanish as an asteroid passes in front of it to produce a one-of-a-kind eclipse.
Russian cargo ship docks at International Space Station
A guidance system problem during final approach prompted two space station cosmonauts to take over by remote control.
NASA "unlikely" to launch Artemis moon landing flight in 2025, GAO says
NASA is facing challenges with SpaceX's moon lander and the new Axiom spacesuits for moonwalkers.
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Catching a killer clown
Marlene Warren answered the door to her Wellington, FL, home and was fatally gunned down by a mysterious clown. Despite eyewitnesses, circumstantial evidence, and the identification a suspect early on, it would take more than 30 years for her killer to face justice.
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Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
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Top ten sports contracts
Shohei Ohtani just signed a massive contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers for a staggering $700 million. Here's how that contract stacks up among the 10 biggest sports contracts of all time.
Google releases its most powerful AI model
Google has released Gemini, its most powerful artificial intelligence model to date, as AI seeps into many facets of life. Will Knight, a senior writer for Wired, joins CBS News with a look at the revolutionary technology.
Zelenskyy to visit White House Tuesday
With Republicans holding up aid money for Ukraine in a play to get policy changes on the U.S.-Mexico border, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will come to Washington, D.C., Tuesday to make his case for funding. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
DeSantis in Iowa as Haley gains steam
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is campaigning in Iowa in the hopes of maintaining his narrowing lead ahead of former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley as a potential alternative in the Republican presidential primary race to former President Donald Trump, the front-runner. CBS News campaign reporter Taurean Small looks at the latest from Iowa ahead of the January caucuses.
U.S. facilities being attacked in Middle East
The U.S. military reports there has been a rise in attacks against U.S. facilities located in the Middle East as Israel's war against Hamas continues in Gaza. Retired U.S. Marine Corps Colonel Mark Cancian, a senior adviser at the CSIS International Security Program, joins CBS News with his analysis of the aggressions against the U.S. in the region.