Some GOP presidential contenders vow to punish students protesting against Israel
Multiple GOP candidates say they'd take punitive action, including canceling visas for international students who demonstrate in support of Hamas.
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Traveling with Israeli army inside Gaza
Israel's defense minister says the military is now fighting inside Gaza's largest city. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata embedded with the army -- and traveled with them to Beit Hanoun in northeast Gaza.
U.S. weighs in on Gaza reoccupation
As Israel says troops are now in the heart of Gaza, the U.S. is weighing in on the future of the Palestinian territory after Israel carries out its mission to eliminate Hamas' presence. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBS News with details on the U.S.'s position on the reoccupation of Gaza.
Father of kidnapped Israeli girl makes plea
One month after Hamas' attacks began on Israel, dozens of children are still believed to be held hostage in Gaza. Thomas Hand is one of the parents praying for an end to "the nightmare of not knowing."
Gaza in ruins one month after start of war
It has been one month since Hamas' bloody terror attacks left hundreds of Israeli citizens dead, including civilians and children. Israel's war against Hamas, involving a relentless bombing campaign over Gaza, has resulted in the deaths of 10,000 Palestinians, according to the Hamas-run Ministry of Health in Gaza. As Debora Patta reports, the UN warns of an increasing risk of genocide - and gravediggers in Gaza are simply running out of space to bury their dead.
Israel's war with Hamas rages on despite mounting calls for cease-fire
Hamas officials say the death toll is over 10,000 as Israel ignores rising calls for a cease-fire and Israeli troops surround the Gaza Strip's largest city.
Palestinian protester Ahed Tamimi arrested on suspicion of "inciting violence"
Ahed Tamimi became famous at age 14 when she was filmed biting an Israeli soldier who was pushing her then 12-year-old brother down on a rock.
Muslim Stanford student injured in suspected hate crime hit-and-run
On Friday an Arab Muslim student at Stanford University was injured in a hit-and-run on campus in what is being investigated by the California Highway Patrol as a hate crime.
Poll: Parties divide over aid to Israel, Ukraine
There's slim majority support for military aid to both Israel and Ukraine, as well as partisan differences.
Netanyahu: No cease-fire until hostages freed
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says a ceasefire with Hamas won't happen until hostages are released. He also says Israel will not allow fuel into Gaza as hospitals run low. Trita Parsi, executive vice president of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, joins CBS News to discuss the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the risk of a broader regional conflict.
Many in Gaza waiting to evacuate
American citizens were among the first Gaza evacuees to cross into Egypt through the Rafah border. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay spoke with some of those Americans in Egypt and has more on the situation at the border.
IDF surrounds Gaza City, Blinken in Israel
Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Israel to ensure more humanitarian aid and protection for Palestinian civilians trapped in Gaza. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio and Christina Ruffini report on the latest diplomatic developments in the Middle East.
What it's like to evacuate Gaza through Egypt
Hundreds are escaping Gaza through Egypt as Israeli forces push into the Palestinian territory -- but only foreigners and dual-nationals are being allowed out. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more on what the evacuations look like.
Blinken clarifies focus for Israel trip
Secretary of State Antony Blinken briefly addressed the media before departing to Israel, saying the U.S. is focused on the evacuations of American citizens in Gaza and hostage release efforts. He added he will have conversations about how to get to a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians.
Blinken goes to Israel; Biden calls for pause
Strikes and flares lit up the sky in the northern Gaza Strip on Thursday. This came as Secretary of State Antony Blinken departed for the region for the second time in less than a month. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Scott MacFarlane report.
More Gaza evacuees set to cross into Egypt
Hundreds of Americans who are trapped in Gaza appear set to leave as some foreign nationals have already gained permission to cross over the Rafah border crossing into Egypt. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has more on the situation at the border, and Mark Cancian, a retired Marine colonel and senior adviser at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to discuss the latest developments in the Israel-Hamas war.
Israeli airstrike hits Gaza refugee camp
Israel's military said it conducted an airstrike Tuesday on a refugee camp in Gaza. The military said it was targeting a senior Hamas commander. Palestinian officials say dozens of civilians were killed. The number killed has not been independently confirmed by CBS News. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio and Nancy Cordes, chief White House correspondent for CBS News, report on what is known about the airstrike, and how the White House is reacting.
As Israel says Hamas commander killed, who else is it targeting?
Israel says it killed a Hamas commander behind attacks on 2 towns — another name on a growing list of targets in Gaza.
Netanyahu rejects calls for cease-fire
Israel will not agree to a cease-fire in the war with Hamas, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed during a news conference Monday. His remarks come after Israel increased its ground operations in the Gaza Strip over the weekend.
Expanded Israel military operation in Gaza
On Friday, Israel's military said its ground forces were "expanding their activity" in Gaza in what may be the beginning of a new phase in Israel's war with Hamas. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata and CBS News contributor Robert Berger report on the latest updates.
Gazans brace for expanding Israeli raids
Israel's military Friday night continued to fire rockets at Gaza City. Airstrikes have plunged the territory into darkness, knocking out power and internet connectivity. CBS News' Tina Kraus and Middle East Institute senior fellow Khaled Elgindy join to discuss how the expanded activity will impact civilians.
Gaza's fuel shortage will halt aid, U.N. says
The United Nations' main relief agency in Gaza warned Tuesday it would not be able to continue operating in the territory without additional fuel. Some humanitarian aid has crossed into Gaza through Egypt, but fuel has not been allowed in. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports.
Biden urges two-state solution in Middle East
In a joint news conference with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, President Biden said the future of the Middle East should include a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and Middle East Institute president Paul Salem join "America Decides" to examine Mr. Biden's comments.
Israel ramps up airstrikes on Gaza
Israel has intensified its air attacks on Gaza ahead of an expected ground invasion. Gaza's Hamas-run Ministry of Health said an overnight attack Tuesday alone killed more than 700 people. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Freed Israeli hostage explains why she shook a Hamas militant's hand
Yocheved Lifshitz, 85, says she "went through hell" being taken hostage by Hamas, but after 2 weeks in captivity, she shook one of the militants' hands.
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Trump says Strait of Hormuz deadline delayed amid talks with Iran
As Iran threatens to mine the entire Persian Gulf, President Trump says his deadline for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen is postponed amid negotiations with Tehran.
2 pilots killed as plane and fire-rescue truck collide at LaGuardia Airport
Two pilots were killed and dozens of people injured at New York's LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night when an arriving Air Canada Express plane and fire and rescue vehicle collided, authorities said.
ICE agents deployed to some U.S. airports as TSA lines stretch for hours
The Trump administration began deploying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to some of the busiest airports in the country Monday morning.
Trump postpones strikes on Iran's power plants, but Iran denies talks
Iranian state media said there was no "direct or indirect communication" with President Trump.
Supreme Court hears case over mail ballots that arrive after Election Day
The Supreme Court is considering a challenge to a Mississippi law that allows ballots that are postmarked by but received up to five days after Election Day to be counted.
Suspected hate crime as 4 Jewish group ambulances set ablaze in London
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire early Monday morning.
Strait of Hormuz dotted with about a dozen Iranian mines, U.S. officials say
U.S. officials say assessments show at least a dozen Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump backs off his threat to target Iran's energy infrastructure over claims of productive peace talks
Could the Iran war help Ukraine get back in Trump's good books?
Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.
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DOJ guts office helping poorer immigrants obtain affordable legal aid, sources say
The DOJ's Recognition and Accreditation program enables non-attorneys to assist immigrants with needs including naturalization petitions and immigration court appearances.
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Here are Elon Musk's "most epic" goals for his vast Terafab chip plant
Elon Musk unveiled plans for a massive chip manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, that he said will power his "galactic" aspirations.
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DOJ guts office helping poorer immigrants obtain affordable legal aid, sources say
The DOJ's Recognition and Accreditation program enables non-attorneys to assist immigrants with needs including naturalization petitions and immigration court appearances.
As airport delays continue, can enrolling in TSA PreCheck save you time?
"TSA PreCheck will likely help you, even now with the long lines we're seeing at checkpoints," said one travel expert.
Trump has Christopher Columbus statue placed near White House
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies of cancer at 43
The reclusive billionaire bought a majority stake in OnlyFans in 2018, growing the site into a major adult content platform.
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Here are Elon Musk's "most epic" goals for his vast Terafab chip plant
Elon Musk unveiled plans for a massive chip manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, that he said will power his "galactic" aspirations.
As airport delays continue, can enrolling in TSA PreCheck save you time?
"TSA PreCheck will likely help you, even now with the long lines we're seeing at checkpoints," said one travel expert.
How to cut down on pet expenses as costs rise
Pet ownership costs over the past year have increased by up to 10%, according to Rover.
OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies of cancer at 43
The reclusive billionaire bought a majority stake in OnlyFans in 2018, growing the site into a major adult content platform.
Dow jumps more than 1,000 points after Trump delays Iran ultimatum
Crude oil prices also dropped after President Trump said the administration had held "good and productive" peace talks with Iran.
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Strait of Hormuz dotted with about a dozen Iranian mines, U.S. officials say
U.S. officials say assessments show at least a dozen Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump backs off his threat to target Iran's energy infrastructure over claims of productive peace talks
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DOJ guts office helping poorer immigrants obtain affordable legal aid, sources say
The DOJ's Recognition and Accreditation program enables non-attorneys to assist immigrants with needs including naturalization petitions and immigration court appearances.
Could the Iran war help Ukraine get back in Trump's good books?
Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.
Trump has Christopher Columbus statue placed near White House
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
Trump postpones strikes on Iran's power plants, but Iran denies talks
Iranian state media said there was no "direct or indirect communication" with President Trump.
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More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
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Strait of Hormuz dotted with about a dozen Iranian mines, U.S. officials say
U.S. officials say assessments show at least a dozen Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump backs off his threat to target Iran's energy infrastructure over claims of productive peace talks
Dozens feared dead in military plane crash in southwestern Colombia
A military cargo plane crashed shortly after taking off in southwestern Colombia, the South American country's military said.
Could the Iran war help Ukraine get back in Trump's good books?
Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.
Police find $12 million worth of cocaine on smuggling boat off Puerto Rico
Cocaine with an estimated value of $12 million has been seized off the north coast of Puerto Rico, authorities said.
Trump postpones strikes on Iran's power plants, but Iran denies talks
Iranian state media said there was no "direct or indirect communication" with President Trump.
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Patrick Ball on medical drama "The Pitt"
"The Pitt" star Patrick Ball tells "CBS Mornings" he had been auditioning since 2013 and didn't think his acting dreams were "ever going to happen" when he was cast in the medical drama. He also opens up about how the series is personal for him.
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
In 2005, the "Friends" star played Valerine Cherish, a washed-up sitcom actress, in the HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback.
Extended interview: Lisa Kudrow
In this web exclusive, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow talks with Tracy Smith about "Friends," and her HBO show "The Comeback."
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
"Friends" star Lisa Kudrow played a washed-up sitcom actress, Valerie Cherish, in the 2005 HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and then returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback for a third season. Kudrow talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her love for playing Phoebe Buffay; her aptitude for "cringe comedy"; and how she found solace following the death of "Friends" castmate Matthew Perry.
Chef Ruthie Rogers on the comforts of food and conversation
The River Cafe in London has had a Michelin star since the late 1990s, thanks to co-founder, owner, acclaimed chef and podcaster Ruthie Rogers, whose new book, "Table 4 at the River Cafe," celebrates conversations and comfort food.
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Here are Elon Musk's "most epic" goals for his vast Terafab chip plant
Elon Musk unveiled plans for a massive chip manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, that he said will power his "galactic" aspirations.
Ways to cut down on pet care expenses
The cost of care for your pet is rising with one study finding that one in five pet owners carry at least $2,000 in pet-related debt. But there are ways to cut down on pet expenses. Ash-har Quraishi explains.
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 iNaturalist app users have fun while aiding science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss - and, as Martha Stewart discovers, it's fun!
How a fun nature app aids science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species.
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How a fun nature app aids science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species.
Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
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Justin Timberlake's 2024 arrest on video
Newly released bodycam footage shows Justin Timberlake during his 2024 DWI arrest in New York. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Suspected hate crime as 4 Jewish group ambulances set ablaze in London
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire early Monday morning.
Fentanyl found inside Barbies sold at Missouri discount store, police say
Police found that five Barbie packages containing fentanyl were sold. They have all been recovered.
Couple on unusual activity at neighbor's home: "I think they finally killed him"
When Gary Herbst, described by his Minnesota neighbors as confrontational, disappeared on July 8, 2013, it appeared he walked out on his wife and teenage son. Years later, a startling discovery would confirm what neighbors thought they might have witnessed.
Wife of Joseph Duggar charged with child endangerment after his arrest
Kendra Duggar was charged with multiple misdemeanors a day after husband Joseph Duggar's arrest.
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Artemis II back on launch pad for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Eileen Collins on breaking barriers in space
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.
Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 liftoff
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
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Supreme Court arguments on mail ballots
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments Monday regarding mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive to officials later. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has early details.
Timeline of LaGuardia Airport collision
An Air Canada Express passenger jet and a fire-and-rescue vehicle collided on a runway at LaGuardia Airport, killing the plane's pilot and co-pilot, officials said. CBS News' Tom Hanson breaks down the timeline of events.
Justin Timberlake's 2024 arrest on video
Newly released bodycam footage shows Justin Timberlake during his 2024 DWI arrest in New York. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Dow jumps after Trump delays Iran ultimatum
The stock market is responding favorably after President Trump said Monday morning that he would postpone his ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Mr. Trump had previously threatened to "obliterate" Iran's power plants if the strait wasn't reopened by Monday evening. Sabrina Escobar, a reporter for Barron's, joins CBS News to discuss the markets.
Harrowing details from LaGuardia collision
Two pilots were killed and dozens were injured when an Air Canada Express plane collided with a fire-and-rescue vehicle at New York's LaGuardia Airport Sunday night. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has more.