Appeal to Trump for Christian cleared of blasphemy but trapped in Pakistan
Top court cleared Asifa Bibi 8 years after death sentence, but under pressure from enraged Islamist groups, gov't bans her travel
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Christian woman's release delayed after blasphemy acquittal
Authorities bar Asia Bibi from leaving Pakistan following talks with radical Islamists who want her publicly hanged
Pakistan's high court acquits Christian woman on death row for blasphemy
Landmark ruling is expected to anger Islamists who've threatened to launch nationwide protests if the court freed her
Pakistan's prime minister vows to grant citizenship to 1.5 million refugees
Citizenship would be granted to children of Afghan and Bengali refugees born in Pakistan
Pakistan shakes up refugee policy
Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan has vowed to grant citizenship to 1.5 million Afghan refugees and give passports to Bengali refugees as well. CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer for GZERO Media, Alex Kliment, explains the motivation behind the change.
Pompeo has tough task to "reset" ties in Pakistan
Chief diplomat arrives right after U.S. cancels $300M in funding and taps contentious figure in region as key U.S. adviser
ISIS is the newest and deadliest front in Pakistan's long war on terror
Pakistan's security personnel worry that hundreds of Pakistanis who are unaccounted for after traveling to join ISIS' "caliphate" have gone underground, waiting to strike
Climber rescued after 6 day ordeal
Pakistan's military says it rescued a Russian climber stranded on a treacherous peak in the north after his fellow mountaineer fell to his death last week. An army statement says a helicopter plucked climber Alexander Gukov from Latok, at a height of 6,294 meters -- about 20,650 feet -- in a "daring rescue" in extreme weather Monday, after six failed attempts.
Imran Khan, Pakistan's likely new PM, faces major challenges
Former cricket star Imran Khan has declared victory in Pakistan's general election. He now faces a list of major domestic and global challenges. Willis Sparks, a CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer for GZERO Media, takes CBSN through the latest.
Pakistan election marred by allegations of election rigging
Imran Khan aspires to be Pakistan's next prime minister
Accusations of vote rigging in Pakistan
Imran Khan has declared victory in Pakistan's general elections, but his win is overshadowed by accusations of election rigging. He also faces a number of issues plaguing the country. Willis Sparks, writer for GZERO Media explains to CBSN.
Cricket star Imran Khan declares election victory in Pakistan
Voting marred by deadly violence and fraud claims, including by Khan's chief rival who has already rejected the results
Report: Global democracy is in decline
A recent report suggests that despite more elections globally, democracy is on the decline. Larry Diamond, co-editor of the Journal of Democracy, joins CBSN to talk about how the world can stop this trend and foster more democracy.
Pakistan's former ambassador says Pakistan must "get out of the business of jihad"
On the "Intelligence Matters" podcast this week, former Ambassador Husain Haqqani talks with Michael Morell about Pakistan’s military, its terrorist groups, and its choices for working with Washington
Polling station attack marks bloody election day in Pakistan
Dozens killed by an explosion in southern city of Quetta as Pakistanis head to the polls to elect new parliamentarians
Pakistan gears up for major election
Pakistan is gearing up for a major national election this week. Voters will decide the country's next prime minister. CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer for GZERO Media, Gabe Lipton, explains how former cricket star Imran Khan is hoping to clinch victory and transform the nation.
More than 130 killed in Pakistan election violence, including a candidate
Bombing is deadliest attack yet as violence plagues campaigning ahead of national elections
Pakistan ex-PM Sharif sentenced to 10 years in prison
First verdict against former premier who has faced string of trials since being ousted from office last year
A Relentless Enemy
Lara Logan's report takes viewers to the border area between Afghanistan and Pakistan, where she and her crew came under enemy fire from fighters who the U.S. military says keep coming from their sanctuary in Pakistan.
Leader of Pakistani Taliban killed in U.S. strike, official says
Afghan Defense Ministry says Mullah Fazlullah, who ordered assassination of Malala Yousafzai, killed in Afghanistan
Kabul under siege
In 16 years, the Afghan War has cost 2,400 American lives and $1 trillion. But with the country's capital under siege, the end still seems far away
Carnage as airstrike hits boy's school in Taliban territory
"I arrived at the scene right after the airstrikes -- it was like a butcher's shop. Everywhere was covered with blood," one witness says
India clamps down on disputed territory after deadly clashes
Armed police and troops in riot gear fan out across Kashmir after 20 people, including civilians, killed in fierce fighting
Malala Yousafzai returns to her hometown
Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai returned to her Pakistani hometown Saturday for the first time since receiving a gunshot wound to the head there in 2012.
Malala returns to hometown for 1st time since she was shot there
Yousafzai won international renown after she was shot by the Taliban in Mingora, Pakistan
Trump responds to "traitor" Marjorie Taylor Greene after "60 Minutes" interview
President Trump said Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is "not AMERICA FIRST or MAGA" and also attacked "60 Minutes" and Paramount in a social media post.
Supreme Court seems open to allowing Trump to fire some officials without cause
The Supreme Court heard arguments over the president's authority to remove members of many independent agencies that Congress has sought to insulate from political pressure.
Alina Habba resigns from U.S. attorney's office after court ruling
Alina Habba served as a personal lawyer to President Trump before she was tapped to temporarily serve as U.S. attorney in New Jersey.
White House announces $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
Zelenskyy seeks support as Trump accuses him of not reading peace proposal
White House envoys say the Ukraine peace process hinges "on Russia's readiness," but Mr. Trump is once again voicing disappointment with Kyiv.
Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion.
Golden Globe nominations announced for 2026. See the list.
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globes were announced on Monday morning. Here are the nominees.
Senate focus turns to health care ahead of long-anticipated vote this week
The Senate is set to vote on a Democratic health care proposal this week, a key tenet of the deal to end the government shutdown.
NBA player Terry Rozier pleads not guilty in sports betting case
Miami Heat star Terry Rozier was arrested in Orlando in October during a sweeping FBI crackdown in which 34 defendants were charged across two federal indictments.
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What to expect when the Fed announces next interest rate move this week
The Federal Reserve's last meeting of 2025 will determine whether borrowers get more relief on interest rates.
Miami Heat star Terry Rozier pleads not guilty in sports betting case
NBA star Terry Rozier was arrested in Orlando in October during a sweeping FBI crackdown in which 34 defendants were charged across two federal indictments.
Jasmine Crockett launches campaign for Texas Democratic Senate primary
Rep. Jasmine Crockett filed paperwork to run for U.S. Senate just hours before the state's deadline — and hours after fellow Democrat Colin Allred dropped out.
Alina Habba resigns from U.S. attorney's office after court ruling
Alina Habba served as a personal lawyer to President Trump before she was tapped to temporarily serve as U.S. attorney in New Jersey.
Trump responds to "traitor" Marjorie Taylor Greene after "60 Minutes" interview
President Trump said Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is "not AMERICA FIRST or MAGA" and also attacked "60 Minutes" and Paramount in a social media post.
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What to expect when the Fed announces next interest rate move this week
The Federal Reserve's last meeting of 2025 will determine whether borrowers get more relief on interest rates.
Trump announces $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy parts of Warner Bros. in a deal valued at nearly $83 billion.
Trump's new H1-B visa fees could leave rural health care as collateral damage
Dozens of health care organizations have asked the Trump administration to shield the doctors, nurses, and techs they need to fill shortages from a $100,000 visa fee for skilled foreign workers.
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Jasmine Crockett launches campaign for Texas Democratic Senate primary
Rep. Jasmine Crockett filed paperwork to run for U.S. Senate just hours before the state's deadline — and hours after fellow Democrat Colin Allred dropped out.
Alina Habba resigns from U.S. attorney's office after court ruling
Alina Habba served as a personal lawyer to President Trump before she was tapped to temporarily serve as U.S. attorney in New Jersey.
Trump responds to "traitor" Marjorie Taylor Greene after "60 Minutes" interview
President Trump said Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is "not AMERICA FIRST or MAGA" and also attacked "60 Minutes" and Paramount in a social media post.
Trump announces $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
Senate focus turns to health care ahead of long-anticipated vote this week
The Senate is set to vote on a Democratic health care proposal this week, a key tenet of the deal to end the government shutdown.
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Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to not recommend the Hepatitis B vaccine for everyone at birth, alarming many in the medical community. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the decision and its potential impact.
Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
California warns against foraging mushrooms after cluster of poisonings, 1 death
California's public health department said one person has died and several others have suffered severe liver damage due to eating toxic mushrooms that were foraged.
Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
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8 Matisse artworks stolen from library in São Paulo, Brazilian officials say
One of two suspects has been arrested in the theft of eight artworks by Matisse, as well as five pieces by Brazilian modernist painter Candido Portinari.
Wreck of 2,000-year-old pleasure boat discovered off Egypt's coast
Underwater archaeologists announced they had discovered the ancient wreck of an ancient Egyptian pleasure boat off the coast of Alexandria.
4 dead, 1 missing after wave drags swimmers out to sea at Spain tourist spot
A powerful wave dragged a group of swimmers at a popular seawater pool along the coast of the Spanish island of Tenerife. At least four people have died and one is missing.
Zelenskyy seeks support as Trump accuses him of not reading peace proposal
White House envoys say the Ukraine peace process hinges "on Russia's readiness," but Mr. Trump is once again voicing disappointment with Kyiv.
13 inmates found dead after explosion at prison in Ecuador
The deaths occurred Sunday at a prison in the coastal city of Machala, Ecuador, after "the detonation of an explosive device" outside, officials said.
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Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy parts of Warner Bros. in a deal valued at nearly $83 billion.
Golden Globe nominations announced for 2026. See the full list.
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globes were announced on Monday morning. Here are the nominees.
Golden Globe nominees announced
"CBS Mornings" reveals the nominees for some of the Golden Globe Awards' biggest categories. Plus, Fandango managing editor Erik Davis breaks down the nominations.
Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, a first for a president
President Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Book excerpt: "The Colonel and the King" by Peter Guralnick
Elvis Presley biographer Peter Guralnick's latest book traces the relationship between the King and Colonel Tom Parker, a manager whose marketing savvy helped launch a rock 'n' roll revolution.
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At least 6 families sue Character.AI
At least six American families are suing Character.AI, its co-founders and Google over the role its chatbot allegedly played in encouraging their children to take their own lives. Ian Krietzberg, AI correspondent for Puck News, joined CBS News to discuss.
Waymo fallout amid school bus safety issues
Waymo, the ride-hailing service, says it is planning a voluntary software recall to fix a glitch after reports its self-driving cars don't stop for school buses. The company has already tried to fix the issue, but police in Texas said it didn't work. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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.
2025 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
Who dresses as St. Nick and speaks an odd brogue? Why, it's Techno Claus, a.k.a. David Pogue! He offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his valuable tips for the gadget lovers on your gift-giving list.
There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
Tilly Norwood is unlike any other aspiring TV or movie star: Tilly is entirely generated by artificial intelligence. What might that mean for the media industry?
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
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New evidence revealed in Mangione hearing
Luigi Mangione, charged with murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year in New York City, was back in court Monday as his defense attorneys try to have certain evidence withheld from his upcoming state trial. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
8 Matisse artworks stolen from library in São Paulo, Brazilian officials say
One of two suspects has been arrested in the theft of eight artworks by Matisse, as well as five pieces by Brazilian modernist painter Candido Portinari.
Drawing attention to domestic violence
It's one of the most common violent crimes in America, but many experts say we don't talk about it enough. Domestic violence is behind the majority of shootings where women are injured or killed. The head of our CBS News Crime and Public Safety Unit, Anna Schecter, takes a closer look at the issue.
Miami Heat star Terry Rozier pleads not guilty in sports betting case
NBA star Terry Rozier was arrested in Orlando in October during a sweeping FBI crackdown in which 34 defendants were charged across two federal indictments.
13 inmates found dead after explosion at prison in Ecuador
The deaths occurred Sunday at a prison in the coastal city of Machala, Ecuador, after "the detonation of an explosive device" outside, officials said.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
Scientists think they've detected lightning on Mars: "Missing piece of the puzzle"
Researchers have documented 55 instances of "mini lightning" over two Martian years by eavesdropping on the whirling wind recorded by NASA's Perseverance rover.
Russia sends a NASA astronaut, 2 cosmonauts, up to the space station
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
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New evidence revealed in Mangione hearing
Luigi Mangione, charged with murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year in New York City, was back in court Monday as his defense attorneys try to have certain evidence withheld from his upcoming state trial. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Trump asked about video of second strike on boat
President Trump took questions at the White House Monday on a variety of topics, including the ongoing controversy over a second strike on an alleged drug boat.
Drawing attention to domestic violence
It's one of the most common violent crimes in America, but many experts say we don't talk about it enough. Domestic violence is behind the majority of shootings where women are injured or killed. The head of our CBS News Crime and Public Safety Unit, Anna Schecter, takes a closer look at the issue.
At least 6 families sue Character.AI
At least six American families are suing Character.AI, its co-founders and Google over the role its chatbot allegedly played in encouraging their children to take their own lives. Ian Krietzberg, AI correspondent for Puck News, joined CBS News to discuss.
Habba resigns from U.S. attorney's office
President Trump's former personal lawyer Alina Habba has stepped down as acting U.S. attorney for the district of New Jersey. Last week, a panel of federal judges upheld a lower court ruling that said Habba was improperly appointed to the position and therefore, serving unlawfully.