Columbia student on Hamas attack, protests
Mohsen Mahdawi, co-president of Columbia's Palestinian Students Union, says he couldn't believe it when someone said something antisemitic at a pro-Palestinian rally. He explains why.
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Israeli assistant professor on Hamas attack
Shai Davidai, an Israeli assistant professor at the Columbia Business School, said his dreams for a peaceful two-state solution were shattered after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack in Israel.
Israel widening offensive in southern Gaza
The Israeli military is shifting its focus to southern Gaza, ordering evacuations there just weeks after Palestinians in northern Gaza were told to head south for refuge. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
School leaders to testify over hate incidents
The leaders of three top universities are expected to testify at a House hearing Tuesday about incidents of antisemitism and Islamophobia on their campuses in the wake of Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on Israel. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane previews what will likely be a tense day on Capitol Hill.
Israel expands campaign into southern Gaza
Israel has resumed airstrikes and a ground assault in the Gaza Strip, turning its firepower to the southern part of the Palestinian territory, where Israel had originally told civilians to flee at the start of the war. Over 100 hostages, including several Americans, still remain in Gaza. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Israel expands military offensive in Gaza
In Gaza, millions with nowhere to go are being told to evacuate as Israel expands combat operations. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay is in Jerusalem with more.
Families call for new hostage negotiations
Israel is expanding its combat operations in the Gaza Strip while the family members of those still held by Hamas are calling for a renewed round of hostage negotiations. The BBC's Paul Adams has the latest details on the war.
Israel expands ground offensive in Gaza
The Israeli military said Sunday its ground offensive has expanded to every part of Gaza after a week-long pause in hostilities between Israel and Hamas. With the temporary cease-fire over, hostages remain in Gaza. CBS News' Chris Livesay spoke to the parents of American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who have a message for their son.
12/3: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," House Intelligence Committee chair Rep. Mike Turner tells "Face the Nation" that the U.S. is assisting Israel in finding Hamas leadership and identifying the "gaps" in intelligence ahead of the Oct. 7 attack. Plus, former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie on the Republican party and the 2024 race.
Israel-Hamas tensions on college campuses
Tensions over the Israel-Hamas war have been running high on many campuses. Several college presidents are set to testify before Congress on Tuesday at a hearing about antisemitism on college campuses.
Fighting resumes in Gaza
After a week-long cease-fire that saw dozens of Hamas hostages released in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners being held in Israel, the violence has resumed in Gaza. Israel said it had struck more than 400 targets in the territory, while the Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry said 240 civilians have died since the end of the cease-fire. Lilia Luciano is in Tel Aviv with more.
Kirby: U.S. helping Israel be "precise" in strikes
With thousands of civilians killed in Gaza in the war, National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby tells "Face the Nation" that the U.S. has been helping Israel be as "to be as careful and as precise and as deliberate in their targeting" of Hamas as possible.
Turner: U.S. assisting Israel on intelligence gathering
House Intelligence Committee chair Rep. Mike Turner, Republican of Ohio, tells "Face the Nation" that there was a "complete breakdown" of Israeli intelligence ahead of the Oct. 7 attack, and the U.S. is now assisting Israel to find the "gaps" in intelligence and help find Hamas leadership.
Israel Defense Forces resume Gaza advance
With the cease-fire in shambles, Israel Defense Forces resumed their advance in Gaza while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insists the ground operation gives Israel leverage to free the remaining 130 hostages who remain in the hands of Hamas. This weekend in Qatar, Israeli intelligence sent a team to continue negotiations with Hamas, but hours later, that team turned around saying "Hamas did not uphold its part of the agreement, which included the release of all of the women and children." Chris Livesay reports.
United Auto Workers calls for cease-fire in Gaza
Other labor organizations have shared their support for a cease-fire in the war-torn region.
More destruction in Gaza as war resumes
The cease-fire that held for seven days between Israel and Hamas has come to an end and fighting has restarted in Gaza. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Olivia Gazis have the latest on the war.
Israeli soldier: warning signs were ignored before Oct. 7
A member of an Israeli military unit of female soldiers that does surveillance on the Gaza side of the border with Israel told CBS News that, beginning six months before the Oct. 7 attack, her team noticed and repeatedly reported unusual activity up the chain of command. She said that those reports weren't taken seriously. Lilia Luciano has more.
What end of Gaza truce means for hostages
The cease-fire between Israel and Hamas lasted for seven days before fighting resumed Friday. Israel says over 100 hostages are still held by Hamas. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has more on what may happen to them.
The impact of being held hostage
Hamas released another eight hostages Thursday before its cease-fire with Israel ended. According to the Israeli government, 110 people have been freed, but more than 100 are still believed to be held. Amy Manson, board member and family support coordinator with Hostage US, joined CBS News to discuss what happens after hostages come home.
Blinken speaks after Israel-Hamas war resumes
Secretary of State Antony Blinken took questions from reporters Friday as Israel resumed combat operations in Gaza. Blinken spoke about the end of the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas after seven days and a New York Times report that says Israeli officials knew of Hamas' plans for an attack a year before Oct. 7.
What to know as Israel-Hamas war resumes
Israel is conducting military operations in Gaza again after a 7-day pause in fighting with Hamas. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Chris Livesay have the latest on the war.
Israel resumes combat operations in Gaza
The shaky, temporary truce between Israel and Hamas has come to an end after a week with Israeli forces resuming military operations in Gaza. Israel says Hamas violated the cease-fire first and air raid sirens were heard in southern Israel. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay reports from Jerusalem.
Did Israel underestimate Hamas before Oct. 7?
The New York Times says Israel obtained a 40-page document outlining Hamas' strategy for the attack carried out on Oct. 7 more than a year before it happened, but that Israel dismissed the plan as "aspirational." The document did not specify a date of the attack. Steven Cook, senior fellow for the Council on Foreign Relations, joined CBS News to discuss the revelation.
Palestinian student speaks about Vermont shooting
One of three Palestinian college students who were shot and wounded in Burlington, Vermont, last weekend spoke to CBS News' Errol Barnett about the horror of the ordeal. Kinnan Abdalhamid said he ran for his life after hearing the shots, fearing his childhood friends might be dead.
UNICEF spokesman on aid for Gaza
More aid has been allowed into the Gaza Strip over the past week, thanks to the temporary cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, but aid groups warn the humanitarian crisis there is far from over. Ricardo Pires, spokesperson for UNICEF, joined CBS News to discuss the situation.
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Iran's top diplomat and Trump cast doubt on any hope for a peace deal
Iran's foreign minister says Tehran is interested only in a deal to fully end the war, not a ceasefire, after Trump says there's currently no dialogue at all.
Sen. Dan Sullivan, Mary Peltola advance in Alaska Senate primary
In Alaska, the top four vote getters in the primary advance to the general election.
Byron Donalds, David Jolly to face off in Florida governor's race
Rep. Byron Donalds won the Republican primary for governor and former Rep. David Jolly won the Democratic primary, The Associated Press projects.
U.S., South Korea cut short their joint military drills, at Trump's direction
President Trump ordered the exercises be scaled back, citing what he said was a good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and South Korea's refusal to join the U.S. war against Iran.
Trump says he paused 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods as deal being finalized
President Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. and Canada have reached a last-minute agreement to pause the 50% tariffs.
Ukraine's fired defense minister calls for elections despite war with Russia
The former defense minister, whose firing sparked weeks of protests, said Ukraine needed to find a way to hold elections despite the prolonged war with Russia.
Who is Natalie Harp? Trump's loyal assistant suddenly in the spotlight
The 35-year-old executive assistant to the president is a quiet but loyal force at President Trump's side.
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U.S. deporting Mexican migrants to Guatemala and Honduras, angering Mexico
The Trump administration has been quietly deporting migrants from Mexico to Central America, despite the Mexican government's willingness to accept the return of all its citizens.
She's lived with grief. Here's how to move through it.
August is National Grief Awareness Month, and Kate Doerge wants to reimagine how we deal with grief. After the experience of losing her 16-year-old daughter, Kate decided it was time to reframe the feeling of sadness. We've all heard of the five stages of grief, but Kate suggests there are five actions to help you learn how to carry your grief. Plus, Norah talks about how she wants to be remembered, and Kate tells us how to show up for people who are grieving.
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Harvard to pay $53 million after morgue manager sold body parts
Harvard University has agreed to pay $53 million to resolve lawsuits by families alleging it mishandled the bodies of loved ones donated to its medical school.
Florida Senate race set between Ashley Moody and Angie Nixon
GOP Sen. Ashley Moody and Democratic State Rep. Angie Nixon will face off in November after winning their primaries for U.S. Senate on Tuesday night, the Associated Press projects.
Byron Donalds, David Jolly to face off in Florida governor's race
Rep. Byron Donalds won the Republican primary for governor and former Rep. David Jolly won the Democratic primary, The Associated Press projects.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Beagles bred for research get new life amid questions over federal oversight
The USDA's own inspector general has repeatedly raised concerns about federal oversight of dog breeders.
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Inflation is outpacing wages again. Many workers were already behind.
When inflation rises faster than workers' wages, it feels like they're getting a pay cut. Companies, meanwhile, benefit.
State Farm is sending refund checks to customers. Here's who qualifies.
More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm.
DEI policies brought no financial penalty to firms, study finds
Companies that stood by their diversity efforts faced no detectable impact from investors or shoppers, researchers found.
Meta's federal trial begins over child social media addiction claims
The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.
Outshine Fruit Bars recalled over possible glass, parent Dreyer's says
Five flavors of Outshine Fruit Bars sold nationwide were recalled because they may include glass, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream said.
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Prosecutors say bullet engraving shows Charlie Kirk was shot over his politics
Prosecutors in Charlie Kirk 's killing pointed to an engraved bullet, arguing that its inscription shows Kirk was targeted for how the defendant perceived his politics.
Sen. Dan Sullivan, Mary Peltola advance in Alaska Senate primary
In Alaska, the top four vote getters in the primary advance to the general election.
Trump says he paused 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods as deal being finalized
President Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. and Canada have reached a last-minute agreement to pause the 50% tariffs.
U.S., South Korea cut short their joint military drills at Trump's direction
President Trump ordered the exercises be scaled back, citing what he said was a good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and South Korea's refusal to join the U.S. war against Iran.
Scandal-ridden Cory Mills ousted in GOP primary in Florida's 7th District
The Trump-backed incumbent has struggled to raise money for his reelection bid as the House Ethics Committee investigates numerous allegations against him.
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Moving Through Grief
August is National Grief Awareness Month, and Kate Doerge wants to reimagine how we deal with grief. After the experience of losing her 16-year-old daughter, Kate decided it was time to reframe the feeling of sadness. We've all heard of the five stages of grief, but Kate suggests there are five actions to help you learn how to carry your grief. Plus, Norah talks about how she wants to be remembered, and Kate tells us how to show up for people who are grieving.
Ebola Congo cases surpass 5,000 as record-setting pace of spread continues
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has passed 5,000 cases, government data showed, an unprecedented rate of spread that's outpacing efforts to slow it in one of the country's remotest regions.
From 2024: Tommy John on Tommy John surgery, before and after
In this interview from 2024, former pitching ace Tommy John talked with correspondent Faith Salie about the injury to his pitching arm he suffered in 1974, and about the innovative procedure (which came to be known as "Tommy John surgery") that rescued his career – and would prolong the careers of many more professional and amateur athletes since. [John died on Aug. 15, 2026 at age 83.]
School vaccination rates inch down again to record low
U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates have declined again, with exemptions reaching a record high for the 2025-2026 school year
RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
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Bodies of climbers who vanished 34 years ago found in Swiss Alps
The bodies of two climbers who disappeared in the Swiss Alps in 1992 have been found, freed from a melting glacier, police said.
Australian woman appeals murder convictions in poison mushroom case
Triple-murderer Erin Patterson appeals convictions for poisoning four of her estranged husband's relatives with death cap mushrooms.
Skeletal remains believed to be ritual offering unearthed in Peru
The body was buried inside a canal, resting on its left flank, with the skull facing the pyramid and the Pacific Ocean, archaeologists said.
Ebola Congo cases surpass 5,000 as record-setting pace of spread continues
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has passed 5,000 cases, government data showed, an unprecedented rate of spread that's outpacing efforts to slow it in one of the country's remotest regions.
Ukraine's fired defense minister calls for elections despite war with Russia
The former defense minister, whose firing sparked weeks of protests, said Ukraine needed to find a way to hold elections despite the prolonged war with Russia.
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Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at age 77
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Panettiere was with on-and-off boyfriend when she died, police report says
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Madonna leads 2026 MTV VMAs with 11 nominations
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Top upcoming book to movie adaptations
Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss some of her favorite books coming to the big screen this year.
Hayden Panettiere's ex-fiancé in "profound shock" after her death
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
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OpenAI debuts ChatGPT for teens
OpenAI has launched a chatbot marketed for teens that the company says will provide stronger protections as concerns over AI safety increase. Axios Chief Technology Correspondent Ina Fried joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Meta's federal trial begins over child social media addiction claims
The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.
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.
Data centers, AI become midterm flashpoint
Artificial intelligence and the data centers powering the technology have become a flashpoint ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Shira Ovide, a technology reporter for The Wall Street Journal, has more.
Discord suspends livestreams in Brazil amid backlash over girl's suicide
Popular American chat app Discord says it suspended livestreams in line with a Brazilian government order, amid fierce criticism over a 13-year-old girl's death.
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Prosecutors say bullet engraving shows Charlie Kirk was shot over his politics
Prosecutors in Charlie Kirk 's killing pointed to an engraved bullet, arguing that its inscription shows Kirk was targeted for how the defendant perceived his politics.
Details on Meta trial over addiction claims
Meta is standing trial over claims that it intentionally designed its products to be addictive and therefore harmful to children. Lance Ulanoff, editor-at-large at TechRadar, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Clancy's former mother-in-law testifies
Lindsay Clancy's former mother-in-law, Susan Clancy, took the stand Tuesday to offer testimony as Lindsay Clancy stands on trial for the killings of her three children. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Philadephia police hunting man in Chucky mask
Philadelphia police are searching for a man in a horror mask resembling Chucky the doll who has been terrorizing locals. Lilia Luciano has more.
Man on trial for suspected murder for hire
The alleged killer in the case of Jared Bridegan, a former Microsoft manager who prosecutors say was the victim of a murder for hire arranged by his ex-wife and her husband, is now on trial. Jason Allen has more.
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NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
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Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
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Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Moving Through Grief
August is National Grief Awareness Month, and Kate Doerge wants to reimagine how we deal with grief. After the experience of losing her 16-year-old daughter, Kate decided it was time to reframe the feeling of sadness. We've all heard of the five stages of grief, but Kate suggests there are five actions to help you learn how to carry your grief. Plus, Norah talks about how she wants to be remembered, and Kate tells us how to show up for people who are grieving.
Watch: Lawyer hits car outside courthouse
A lawyer attracted unwanted attention outside Boston Federal Court following Lawrence, Massachusetts, Mayor Brian DePeña's arraignment last Friday. The mayor's attorney rear-ended a parked vehicle while attempting to leave the area and remarked that he would bring bodyguards with him next time. Prosecutors allege DePeña improperly used more than $1.5 million in COVID small-business loans.
Crime in D.C. down to lowest level since 2010
A CBS News analysis finds crime in Washington, D.C., dropped to its lowest level since at least 2010 in the 12 months after President Trump declared a federal emergency and deployed the National Guard into the city. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Oil prices rise as Iran war continues
Oil prices on Tuesday reached their highest level since July as the war in Iran drags on without an end in site. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
DOJ sending 1,000 monitors to midterm polls
The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division announced Monday that she's planning to deploy 1,000 federal monitors to polling places throughout the U.S. for the midterm elections. Jen Fifield, reporter for ProPublica, joins CBS News to discuss.