Israel faces mounting backlash over civilians killed in Gaza incident
A growing number of nations are condemning Israel over a deadly encounter between IDF soldiers and Palestinians in Gaza City.
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War pause possible for Ramadan
U.S. President Joe Biden hints at a potential ceasefire in Gaza, revealing Israel's conditional agreement to halt its offensive during Ramadan in exchange for hostage releases by Hamas.
Starvation in Gaza amid cease-fire talks
President Biden says a cease-fire agreement for Gaza could come in a matter of days but there are worries Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may try to torpedo any deal. Meanwhile, Palestinians in Gaza are struggling to find food. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Michigan voters prepare for primary
Michigan will hold its primary for Democrats and Republicans on Tuesday. Nikki Haley is turning her focus to the state after losing to Donald Trump in Saturday's South Carolina GOP primary. Meanwhile, President Biden is facing challenges in getting support from some Muslim and Arab Americans in Michigan due to his handling of the Israel-Hamas war. CBS News Detroit's Andres Gutierrez reports.
Full Face the Nation interview: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
Watch Margaret Brennan's extended interview with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Feb. 25, 2024.
Netanyahu: U.S. would be doing "a hell of a lot more"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tells "Face the Nation" that Israel "can't have victory" in the war against Hamas until Hamas is "eliminated." If a terror attack similar to the Oct. 7 attack happened in the U.S., Netanyahu said the United States would be "doing a hell of a lot more."
Simmering tension between U.S, Israel over West Bank
Around 500,000 Israeli settlers live in the West Bank on occupied territory. While the settlements are widely regarded as illegal under international law, there are now several prominent settlers in Israel's cabinet, and there has been an uptick in violent clashes in the West Bank since the Oct 7 attack on Israel. Holly Williams has more.
Gunmen open fire in West Bank
Three Palestinian gunmen opened fire early Thursday morning near a busy checkpoint in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, killing one Israeli and wounding at least eight others, according to Israeli police. The police said two attackers were killed at the scene and the third was later found and arrested.
U.S. criticized for U.N. Gaza cease-fire veto
The U.S. is getting international blowback after it vetoed a U.N. resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. It's the third time the U.S. has blocked such a resolution. Christopher O'Leary, former director of hostage rescue and recovery for the U.S. government, joined CBS News to discuss the veto and the latest negotiations for a hostage deal.
Israel-Hamas hostage negotiations crawling
The Biden administration's top Middle East adviser is in Egypt for talks about a hostage release and temporary cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas. But negotiations appear to be plodding along with just a few weeks remaining before the Ramadan deadline Israel has set. If no deal is made by then, Israel says it will move forward with a major ground operation in the south of Gaza. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more.
How Israel took over the Gaza Strip
The International Court of Justice is hearing arguments this week over Israel's occupation of the West Bank and Gaza. CBS News' Lana Zak breaks down how Israel expanded its borders after the Six-Day War of 1967.
Videos of hostage family released by IDF
The Israeli military has released video which shows Shiri Bibas and her two young children being moved by Palestinian militants. The video is believed to have been from October. It comes as officials work on a new deal to secure the release of hostages being held by Hamas.
Israel warns of Rafah offensive
Israel is vowing to invade Rafah in the southern portion of Gaza if Hamas doesn't release the remaining hostages it's holding by the start of Ramadan on March 10. Much of the Western world, including the U.S., is warning Israel not to launch the offensive. Author and Middle East expert Dan Raviv joined CBS News to discuss the situation in the Middle East.
Israel eyes ground assault in Rafah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows to "finish the job" of destroying Hamas and rescuing hostages as Israeli forces gears up for a possible ground assault in Rafah, in southern Gaza.
Palestinian official addresses U.N. court
The International Court of Justice in the Netherlands has started its hearings into Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories, with the Palestinian foreign minister accusing Israel of genocide and telling the U.N.'s top court the occupation must come to an "unconditional and total end."
What could come next for Gaza after the war
A two-state solution has long been U.S. policy in the West Bank and Gaza in the hopes that it will end the cycle of violence. But some Israelis have a vastly different vision. Holly Williams has more.
Israeli troops storm Gaza hospital
Israeli forces have moved into a hospital in Khan Younis, accusing Hamas of using the facility to detain hostages. This development comes amid news of a potential ground assault in Rafah, despite international pleas for restraint.
Israel orders evacuation of southern Gaza hospital
Israel has ordered the evacuation of all civilians from the grounds of Nasser Hospital Complex in southern Gaza, where thousands had reportedly been sheltering from airstrikes and fighting. Holly Williams reports from Tel Aviv.
Biden protects Palestinian immigrants in the U.S. from deportation
The move, which Democratic lawmakers in Congress had demanded last year, is expected to shield several thousand Palestinians living in the U.S. from deportation.
More Israeli airstrikes on Rafah
Negotiations appear to be moving very slowly with the U.S., Egypt and Qatar trying to broker a deal for a cease-fire in Gaza. The talks come as Israel continues to bomb the southern Gaza city of Rafah. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more.
Hamas commander talks conflict
A masked Hamas commander offers insight into the deepening cycle of recruitment, resistance and unresolved conflict in the Middle East.
Biden, King Abdullah discuss Israel-Hamas war
President Biden met with Jordan's King Abdullah Monday about how to bring an end to the war between Israel and Hamas. They also discussed Israel's military operation in Rafah, where more than 1 million Palestinian civilians are taking shelter. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Israeli rescue operation leaves dozens dead
Two Israeli hostages were rescued and reunited with their families over the weekend after Israeli troops, under the cover of airstrikes, stormed an apartment in Rafah, in southern Gaza. Dozens of Palestinian civilians were killed in the operation, most of them women and children. Over 1.4 million Palestinians are sheltering in the city. Debora Patta reports.
Biden's allies defending his memory
After a special counsel report released last week took aim at President Biden's age and memory, the president's allies are pushing back. CBS News politics reporter Zak Hudak has more on that and how the White House is reacting to Israel's latest actions in Gaza.
2 hostages rescued in Israeli raid in Rafah
Israel's military says it rescued two hostages in a raid early Monday in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, where civilians have fled to escape fighting in the northern and central parts of Gaza. Palestinian hospital officials say at least 67 Palestinians were killed in airstrikes that were part of the raid. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
With Bad Bunny headlining a historic Super Bowl halftime show, we highlight some of his most impactful lyrics in Spanish and English.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Hungary's Orbán to attend inaugural meeting of Trump's "Board of Peace"
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán attended the launch of the initiative last month in the Swiss ski resort of Davos.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
Hungary's Orbán to attend inaugural meeting of Trump's "Board of Peace"
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán attended the launch of the initiative last month in the Swiss ski resort of Davos.
Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen wins first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
The second gold medal of the Milano Cortina Games was awarded to Frida Karlsson of Sweden in the women's 10km+10km skiathlon.
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Best books for Valentine's Day
Sarah Gelman, editorial director at Amazon Books, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to recommend some of the best books to read around Valentine's Day.
Super Bowl food that's bound to go viral
Super Bowl chefs spend an entire year developing the menu for the big game, and "CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek at some of the mouth-watering options.
The Barr Brothers perform "Another Tangerine"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Another Tangerine."
The Barr Brothers perform "Naturally"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Naturally."
The Barr Brothers perform "Run Right Into It"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Run Right Into It."
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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 will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Three sisters chase Olympic dream
Sam, Lauren and Alli Macuga are competitive skiers across different disciplines who were hoping to represent Team USA at Milano Cortina. Lauren, who was a top contender in alpine, suffered an ACL injury in November that ended her season -- but she explains why the world hasn't seen the last of the Macuga sisters.
Best books for Valentine's Day
Sarah Gelman, editorial director at Amazon Books, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to recommend some of the best books to read around Valentine's Day.
Super Bowl food that's bound to go viral
Super Bowl chefs spend an entire year developing the menu for the big game, and "CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek at some of the mouth-watering options.
The Dish: Noor Murad
Noor Murad's latest cookbook is a love letter to the Middle Eastern flavors she is known for using in her dishes.
Key storylines of Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks are set to face off against the New England Patriots on Sunday in Super Bowl LX, and "CBS Saturday Morning" goes inside key storylines to be aware of ahead of the big game.