Taliban members say they didn't know slain al Qaeda leader was in Kabul
The U.S. killing of al-Qaeda's leader has sparked further infighting among factions of the Taliban over how he'd been allowed to reside in Afghanistan's capital.
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American woman says she was gang-raped in hotel in Pakistan
Two suspects were arrested. Although sexual abuse against Pakistani women is common, such crimes against foreigners are rare.
Baby goat Simba stuns with 22-inch-long ears
Baby goat Simba has stunned people worldwide with his 22-inch-long ears since he was born last month in Pakistan — during which time his ears have grown about 3 inches and show no signs of stopping.
"Rescue us," beg Afghan refugees stuck in "slum life" in a Pakistan park
CBS News meets a family dodging heat, downpours and the Taliban in a makeshift shelter in Islamabad, and blaming the "poorly executed American withdrawal" from Afghanistan.
Anger brews over official's call for Pakistanis to drink less tea
The government minister's suggestion on how to people might help to ease Pakistan's economic crisis didn't go down well.
Bridge in Pakistan collapses
A bridge in northern Pakistan collapsed on Saturday after a glacial lake outburst caused by a recent heat wave released huge amounts of water into the stream and surrounding areas.
Severe heat wave kills dozens in India and Pakistan
"There is no doubt that climate change is playing a role here," a climate scientist told CBS News.
Pakistan's prime minister ousted after no-confidence vote
The head of one of the largest opposition parties, the Pakistani Muslim League, will take over as prime minister.
Man sentenced to death for beheading woman who refused marriage
Zahir Jaffar's killing of Noor Mukadam shocked the nation and shed light on the pervasiveness of violence against women in Pakistan.
Men convicted of killing U.S. journalist could soon walk free
The men convicted of the murder of Wall Street journal reporter Daniel Pearl could soon walk free. Pakistan's highest court supported an April lower court ruling that acquitted the men of the 2002 killing, citing a lack of evidence. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Biden will meet with Chinese president
President Biden announced that he will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping for their first summit later this year. Prince Andrew has been granted access to a document his lawyers believe could help end the sexual abuse case brought against him. Roxana Saberi reports from London on these and other topics.
Deadly earthquake topples homes and collapses mines in Pakistan
Officials said at least 23 deaths had been reported, but there are fears many more may be buried in the remote region dotted with coal mines and mud houses.
Afghans flee to Pakistan border
Less than a month after 9/11, the United States invaded Afghanistan, where Al-Qaeda planned the attacks. The war lasted nearly 20 years and became America’s longest war and cost the lives of more than 2,200 American service members. The U.S. withdrew its final forces in August, leading to chaos. Charlie D'Agata reports from the Afghanistan-Pakistan border where people are desperate to flee.
Extended interview: Malala on the future of Afghan women
"CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell spoke with Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai about the future of Afghan women under Taliban rule. The Pakistani activist said President Biden has a "huge responsibility" to Afghan women.
Taliban tightens grip as extremists cheer U.S. withdrawal
CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports from Pakistan as the Taliban solidifies control over neighboring Afghanistan.
Afghans flee to Pakistan to escape Taliban
The Taliban, who are back in control in Afghanistan, are only letting a few people out of the country. Neighboring Pakistan is reluctant to accept refugees without international help. Charlie D’Agata reports.
Navy SEAL in bin Laden raid reflects on 9/11
The death of al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden was a pivotal moment in the fight against terror. Former Navy SEAL Rob O'Neill was part of the raid and he says he was the one who fired the deadly shot. O'Neill spoke with Anne-Marie Green on CBSN about the 20 years since 9/11, what it feels like to see the Taliban taking over in Afghanistan, and whether he might run for office.
The future of U.S.-Afghanistan relations
The U.S. continues to evacuate tens of thousands of Americans and eligible Afghans from Afghanistan after the Taliban seized control. Retired U.S. Army Colonel Christopher Kolenda, who served in Afghanistan and was a senior advisor on Afghanistan and Pakistan at the State Department, joined CBSN to discuss the future of relations between the countries.
WorldView: Wildfire rips through Greece
In India, at least 18 people are dead and dozens are injured after a truck crashed into a bus that had broken down, reportedly because it was carrying twice its capacity. In Greece, firefighters contained a wildfire just north of Athens that destroyed homes. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London to discuss these and more international headlines.
WorldView: Hong Kong's Apple Daily to close
New details emerge surrounding the future of Hong Kong's pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily. A battle in Yemen leaves dozens of fighters dead. Pakistan's prime minister is under fire for his comments on sexual violence. And there's a new U.N. warning about the impact of climate change. Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with headlines from around the world.
Pakistan province says no COVID vaccine, no cell phone service
With mistrust of vaccinations already deeply-rooted, the head of one community outreach program says Punjab province's threat will only "create further problems."
At least 51 killed as 2 express trains collide in Pakistan
Search and rescue efforts continued hours after a train derailed and was hit by another in Sindh province, with some people still trapped in the wreckage.
WorldView: Train crash kills dozens in Pakistan
Two trains crashed in Pakistan on Monday, killing dozens. Elections in Mexico and Peru could shake up those countries' governments. And protesters toppled a statue of Egerton Ryerson, an architect of country's system of residential schools where many indigenous children were abused, at the university in Toronto named for him. Ian Lee joins "CBSN AM" from London with these and other top headlines from around the world.
WorldView: Deadly avalanches in Pakistan
More than 130 people are dead after heavy snowfall triggered avalanches in Pakistan and Afghanistan. A powerful explosion at a chemical plant rocked the coastal city of Tarragona in Spain. And Peru cracks down on tourists for damaging Machu Picchu. Gwen Baumgardner rounds up these global headlines from London
India battles devastating COVID surge
India is still struggling to contain the spread of the coronavirus. The public is increasing its calls for nationwide lockdowns as the country reports over 366,000 confirmed cases in 24 hours. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay reports from New Delhi.
Judge rejects DOJ's push to force California to set aside ballots
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