Israel calls Gaza journalist deaths a mishap
Five journalists were killed in two blasts at a gathering point for broadcasters in Gaza. Israel says the strikes were unintended, while media groups mourn the losses.
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Israel to press on with Gaza City offensive
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed Sunday to press on with the IDF offensive on Gaza City until Hamas agrees to Israel's terms and releases all hostages. This follows a famine being declared Friday in Gaza City by a U.N.-backed authority. Vivian Yee, Cairo bureau chief for the New York Times, joined CBS News to discuss the situation.
Israelis strike for Gaza ceasefire
Israelis have staged a nationwide strike, with hundreds of thousands of people across the country calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and a hostage release deal. CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy has the latest.
Thousands of Israelis protest war in Gaza
Thousands of Israeli protesters on Sunday demanded a deal to secure the release of hostages still held by Hamas in one of the biggest demonstrations since the war in Gaza began. Debora Patta reports.
U.S. doctor in Gaza describes conditions
Three U.S. doctors from the Dallas-area are now on the ground in Gaza, treating patients in the enclave as the humanitarian crisis there deepens. One of those doctors, Dr. Mohammed Adeel Khaleel, joined CBS News to discuss his experience.
Israeli military approves plan for Gaza
Israel's military chief of staff, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, has approved the framework of a plan for a new offensive in Gaza. CBS News Middle East correspondent Courtney Kealy has the latest details.
Israel's Gaza strike killed journalists
Israel has taken responsibility for an airstrike that killed five people outside a Gaza City hospital, including Al Jazeera Arabic correspondent Anas Al Sharif. The Israel Defense Force, without providing evidence, claims the correspondent was linked to Hamas.
Netanyahu defends plan to expand war in Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is defending his decision to keep fighting in Gaza, despite protests at home and abroad. Debora Patta has the latest.
Outrage over Israel's plan to take over Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his government has agreed to seize control of Gaza City, one of the most populous areas within the Palestinian territory. The plan would require an expansion of military operations, which appear to already be underway. BBC News Middle East correspondent Emir Nader reports and CBS News' Sam Vinograd has analysis.
Mike Huckabee on starvation in Gaza
Debora Patta spoke with U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee about the current state of the war in Gaza and the images of terrible hunger that have emerged from the enclave.
Huckabee faces questions over Gaza aid sites
Mike Huckabee, the U.S. ambassador to Israel, blamed Hamas when asked about starvation in Gaza, saying, "Hamas has not allowed the food to get to the people who are hungry." Huckabee also addressed questions over the controversial aid sites. CBS News' Debora Patta reports.
Hamas video shows emaciated hostages
Tensions are rising again in the face of possible Gaza peace talks after a far-right Israeli minister prayed at Jerusalem's most sensitive holy site and Hamas released a video showing emaciated Israeli hostages. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay reports.
More reports of deaths as Gazans try to access aid
Gaza health officials are accusing Israeli forces of killing at least 325 people last week while seeking food. Debora Patta reports.
Hunger forces impossible choices in Gaza
Desperately hungry Palestinians are forced to decide between getting food and risking being shot. Meanwhile, Hamas released a new propaganda video featuring an Israeli hostage. In a rare visit for a journalist, CBS News' Debora Patta reports from Gaza, under escort from the Israel Defense Forces.
U.S. officials visit Gaza aid site amid outcry
President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee visited southern Gaza on Friday amid international outrage over starvation, aid shortages and deadly chaos near aid distribution sites. Margaret Brennan reports.
Palestinians fighting each other for food
Palestinians in Gaza are so hungry they've resorted to fighting each other for food, but Israeli military officials told CBS News on Thursday that there is no starvation in Gaza. Debora Patta reports.
Israeli groups accuse Israel of Gaza genocide
After months of blocking relief, Israel is allowing some aid into Gaza. But a growing number of organizations, including the U.N. and two Israeli human rights groups, are accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. The Israeli government denies the accusations. CBS News' Debora Patta reports. Warning, the images in this story are disturbing.
Canada plans to recognize Palestine as state, joining U.K. and France
France and the United Kingdom also made statements this month about recognizing a Palestinian state in September at the U.N. General Assembly meeting.
Inside the mission to air drop aid into Gaza
A United Nations-backed group says "the worst case scenario of famine" is unfolding in Gaza. Under international pressure, Israel has paused military operations for 10 hours a day to allow aid delivery by land and air in Gaza. CBS News flew along with the Royal Jordanian Air Force on a mission to air drop aid to the territory.
Details on U.K. announcement about Palestine
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Tuesday that the U.K. will recognize Palestine as a state in September unless Israel takes "substantive steps" to end the "appalling situation in Gaza." CBS News' Debora Patta and Natalie Brand have more.
Aid group official on efforts to help Gaza
President Trump is calling for more accountability from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when it comes to delivering humanitarian aid to people in Gaza. Bob Kitchen, vice president of emergencies for the International Rescue Committee, joined CBS News to discuss.
Israel pressured to increase aid flow to Gaza
Israel is under intense pressure to increase the amount of aid flowing into Gaza. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Debora Patta is in Jordan, one of the countries that recently resumed air drops of aid into the territory.
Latest details on Trump-EU trade deal
President Trump announced over the weekend that the U.S. and the European Union have reached a trade agreement. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Kelly O'Grady have the latest on that and the president's comments about aid deliveries in Gaza and the Russia-Ukraine war.
Details on the bleak aid situation in Gaza
Israel says it will pause some fighting in Gaza to allow more aid in as what's been described as a humanitarian catastrophe continues in the enclave. Kate Phillips-Barrasso, vice president of global policy and advocacy for Mercy Corps, joined CBS News to discuss the situation.
Trump sounds off on Putin, Gaza
President Trump on Monday said he was moving up a deadline for Russia to make peace with Ukraine before facing further possible sanctions. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on that and Mr. Trump's comments about the Middle East.
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U.S., Iran trade attacks again after Trump threat
The U.S. and Iran exchanged fire again on Thursday after President Trump pledged Tehran would "pay the price" for not accepting a deal.
Is China's Xi worried that North Korea wants "to confront the U.S."?
A veteran North Korea analyst says Xi Jinping's visit to North Korea was about keeping tabs on an emboldened Kim Jong Un who wants "to confront the U.S."
2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with Shakira at 1st of 3 opening ceremonies
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
House to take up last-minute extension of FISA spy power in likely-doomed vote
Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act lapses Friday.
Bill Gates tells Congress that meeting Epstein was "a grave error in judgment"
Bill Gates told members of Congress on Wednesday that Jeffrey Epstein put his philanthropic work at risk, and that meeting him represented "a grave error in judgment."
Vance says Netanyahu has "certainly gotten some things wrong"
The vice president said President Trump "has been very clear about what is in our best interest" as the relationship with Israel is tested over the Iran war.
Accused killer of top Minnesota lawmaker, husband expected to change plea to guilty
Vance Boelter, the man accused of a deadly attack on Minnesota lawmakers, is expected to plead guilty to federal charges Thursday morning.
Judge declines to halt "anti-weaponization fund" but warns DOJ not to "play possum"
A judge denied a request to block the DOJ's "anti-weaponization fund," noting Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche had already vowed not to move forward. But the judge warned: "Don't play possum with this court."
Florida man blames wrongful arrest on "error-prone" AI facial recognition
The wrongful arrest is just one of over a dozen in recent years linked to facial recognition technology.
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How FIFA World Cup rules on extra time and tiebreakers work for 2026
Games are likely to be tied at the end of regulation at the 2026 World Cup, especially in the late stages of the tournament with a highly competitive field.
2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with Shakira at 1st of 3 opening ceremonies
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule and how to watch
FOX and NBCUniversal have the broadcasting rights for the 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
When the U.S. men's soccer team is playing in the 2026 World Cup
The U.S. men's national soccer team, which last appeared at the 2022 World Cup, will face Paraguay to kick off its 2026 World Cup.
Far-right influencer arrested in Texas on charge of making terroristic threats
Jake Lang, a far-right influencer who was charged in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection, was arrested in Dallas on a state charge of making terroristic threats.
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In a tough economy, many U.S. teachers forced to work second jobs
According to a recent survey, 71% of U.S. public school teachers said they work at least one second job.
America's birth rate has plunged. Are smartphones to blame?
The iPhone was introduced in 2007, the same year the U.S. birth rate started to slide. The issues could be linked, a new analysis finds.
Will SpaceX's blockbuster IPO soar or sputter? Past IPOs offer clues.
Splashy initial public offerings often skyrocket early on, only to return to earth with a thud, Wall Street analysts say.
Trump says "I love the inflation" because U.S. is "taking out" Iranian oil
President Trump said the U.S. has taken out "millions" of barrels of Iranian oil in the dead of night, and said inflation will come down when the war ends.
Honda recalls 880,000 vehicles over possible rear suspension issue
The recall affects certain Honda Pilot, Ridgeline, Passport, and Acura MDX vehicles sold in 23 states and the District of Columbia.
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House to take up last-minute extension of FISA spy power in likely-doomed vote
Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act lapses Friday.
Here's who will face off in California's new House districts as Dems seek edge
California's Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom spearheaded a redistricting initiative that was intended to make up to five more districts more friendly to Democrats. Voters may have different ideas.
Judge declines to halt "anti-weaponization fund" but warns DOJ not to "play possum"
A judge denied a request to block the DOJ's "anti-weaponization fund," noting Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche had already vowed not to move forward. But the judge warned: "Don't play possum with this court."
U.S. launches more strikes on Iranian targets after Trump promises to hit Iran "hard"
The U.S. military launched an additional round of strikes on targets within Iran early Thursday morning local time, hours after President Trump vowed to hit Iran "hard."
Vance says Netanyahu has "certainly gotten some things wrong"
The vice president said President Trump "has been very clear about what is in our best interest" as the relationship with Israel is tested over the Iran war.
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FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
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5 police officers shot dead in Mexico as World Cup kicks off
Five Mexican police officers were killed and five others wounded on the eve of the World Cup opener in Mexico City, authorities said.
How FIFA World Cup rules on extra time and tiebreakers work for 2026
Games are likely to be tied at the end of regulation at the 2026 World Cup, especially in the late stages of the tournament with a highly competitive field.
2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with Shakira at 1st of 3 opening ceremonies
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule and how to watch
FOX and NBCUniversal have the broadcasting rights for the 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
Is China's Xi worried that North Korea wants "to confront the U.S."?
A veteran North Korea analyst says Xi Jinping's visit to North Korea was about keeping tabs on an emboldened Kim Jong Un who wants "to confront the U.S."
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2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with Shakira at 1st of 3 opening ceremonies
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
G Flip on song becoming a hit in "Off Campus"
Musician G Flip first rose to fame in Australia but has become a global star since their song "Bed of Fire" appeared in the series "Off Campus." They speak to "CBS Mornings" about how the song's popularity has impacted their music, family support and advice for young artists.
Amazon's best books of the year so far
Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to reveal Amazon's best books of the year so far and why they made the list.
Pope Leo met with Bad Bunny in Spain
Pope Leo XIV met with music superstar Bad Bunny in Spain as the pontiff continues his multi-city tour. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
Taylor Swift wedding fuels prediction markets
Bettors have wagered millions of dollars on platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi as rumors swirl surrounding the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Jo Ling Kent has more.
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Diving into smart glasses' pros and cons
Major tech players are racing to put AI on your face, literally, with smart glasses. Ziad Asghar, senior vice president and general manager of XR, Wearables and Personal AI for Qualcomm, joins CBS News to discuss.
America's birth rate has plunged. Are smartphones to blame?
The iPhone was introduced in 2007, the same year the U.S. birth rate started to slide. The issues could be linked, a new analysis finds.
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.
OpenAI announces plan to go public
Last week, Anthropic, valued at almost a trillion dollars, filed to go public. Yesterday, its chief rival OpenAI confidentially filed for an initial public offering. Later this week, SpaceX is set to go public in what could be the largest IPO ever. Jon Krohn, the co-founder and CEO of Y Carrot, joins CBS News to discuss.
Meta launches program to train workers for data center jobs
Meta pledged to invest $115 million to train electricians, plumbers and other workers needed to operate data centers.
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World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
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5 police officers shot dead in Mexico as World Cup kicks off
Five Mexican police officers were killed and five others wounded on the eve of the World Cup opener in Mexico City, authorities said.
Florida man blames wrongful arrest on "error-prone" AI facial recognition
The wrongful arrest is just one of over a dozen in recent years linked to facial recognition technology.
Vance Boelter expected to plead guilty to federal charges
Vance Boelter, the man accused of a deadly attack on Minnesota lawmakers, is expected to plead guilty to federal charges Thursday morning.
Gates speaks out before Epstein testimony
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates spoke to reporters on Capitol Hill Wednesday before testifying for members of the House Oversight Committee about his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
Inside the White House Epstein files reaction
The release of the Epstein files triggered a "freakout" inside the White House for President Trump's top advisers, a new report from The New York Times shows. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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New survey results on U.S. financial stress
A new poll from Edward Jones and Gallup of more than 5,000 adults found only 16% felt financially "fulfilled." More than half said they feel financially "conflicted," experiencing both stability and uncertainty. 32% were financially stressed. Washington Post columnist Michelle Singletary joins "The Daily Report" to discuss her article about the poll.
Constitutional questions around SNAP rules
A federal judge has halted an effort by the Trump administration to force states to comply with conditions tied to SNAP food benefits. Twenty Democratic states sued over requirements surrounding gender ideology, immigration and fair opportunities in sports for women and girls. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson answers constitutional questions about the case.
FDA approves sunscreen ingredient
The Food and Drug Administration approved the chemical compound bemotrizinol in sunscreens sold in the U.S. It's the first time in over 25 years that the FDA has approved a new sunscreen ingredient. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
Ret. Maj. Lyons on new U.S. strikes against Iran
The U.S. launched strikes against Iran on Wednesday night following the downing of an Apache helicopter earlier in the week. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has the latest. Then, Ret. Army Maj. Mike Lyons joins with analysis.
More details on U.S. strikes in Iran
U.S. Central Command said the U.S. launched a new round of what it called self-defense strikes against Iran on Wednesday. Two U.S. officials familiar with the strikes told CBS News the targets include amminuition depots, command and control centers and warehouses. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Courtney Kealy have more.