Gabbard, Rubio, Hegseth speak at Kirk memorial
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth remember Charlie Kirk at the conservative activist's memorial service in Arizona.
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Pentagon to impose new limits on media, documents show
The Pentagon's new guidelines were sent to reporters on Friday.
Pentagon reviewing service members' social media posts on Charlie Kirk
Hegseth and each service secretary said posts mocking or celebrating the assassination of Charlie Kirk are unacceptable.
Venezuelan leader declares early Christmas as standoff with U.S. escalates
As he sends more troops to Venezuela's borders amid a standoff with Trump, President Nicolas Maduro says he's also rescheduling Christmas, to defend "the right to happiness."
Where U.S.-Venezuela relations stand
Venezuela says it will increase the number of its own troops going after alleged drug traffickers after the Trump administration struck a boat that it said was carrying drugs from Venezuela. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Hegseth arrives in Puerto Rico
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs, arrived in Puerto Rico Monday morning as tension continues to build between the U.S. and Venezuela. John Byrnes, strategic director for Concerned Veterans for America, joined CBS News to discuss the situation.
U.S. beefs up military presence in Caribbean
The U.S. is strengthening its military presence in the Caribbean to combat drug trafficking. Meanwhile, Venezuela has pledged more troops to fight drug trafficking following the U.S. deployment of fighter jets to Puerto Rico and a strike against a Venezuelan boat allegedly carrying drugs. Retired Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery, a senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins with more insight.
Trump orders name change to Department of War
President Trump signed an executive order to start the process of renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War, restoring a name the agency last held in the late 1940s. Ed O'Keefe has details.
Trump to host 2026 G20 summit in Florida
President Trump said that next year's G20 Summit will be held at his golf resort in Doral, Florida. The president announced after signing an executive order that would start the process of renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War. He would need Congress to officially change its title. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Why Trump is changing the DOD's name
President Trump began the process of renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War. It's been more than 75 years since that name was used. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more details.
Trump signs executive order renaming Defense to Department of War
President Trump singed an executive order Friday directing the Department of Defense to use the name Department of War as a "secondary title" — restoring a name it last held in the late 1940s.
Trump orders Department of Defense name change
President Trump signed an executive order at the White House on Friday, changing the name of the Department of Defense to the Department of War. An act of Congress is still required to officially change its title.
Navy reverses demotion of Rep. Ronny Jackson, ex-White House doctor under Trump and Obama
Rep. Ronny Jackson said the Navy has restored his retired rank of rear admiral.
Hegseth warns narco-terrorists will face "same fate" after boat strike
The United States will continue to conduct strikes on "narco-terrorists" in the Caribbean, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said.
David Allvin, top Air Force general, to retire early
Air Force chief of staff Gen. David Allvin announced he will retire in November, just two years into what is usually a four-year term as Air Force Chief of Staff.
Petangon on new Hegseth Signal claims
The Pentagon is responding to reports that its internal watchdog detected details from a classified email in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's communications on Signal about a strike against Yemen. The chat became controversial after an Atlantic reporter was mistakenly added to a top official chain on the matter. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports.
Senior Hegseth adviser out at Pentagon, sources say
Justin Fulcher started at the Defense Department as a member of DOGE. He was later promoted to a post as senior adviser to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Waltz faces questions about Signal group chat
Mike Waltz was on Capitol Hill Tuesday for his confirmation hearing to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Warren, Sheehy team up on Defense Depart. bill
In a rare moment of bipartisanship, Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Republican Sen. Tim Sheehy of Montana are partnering on a bill that would change the way the military repairs equipment. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke with the pair about why the issue has them crossing party lines.
Hegseth slams Iran strikes initial assessment
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth pushed back against an initial intelligence assessment that differed from President Trump's announcement on the results of his strikes against some of Iran's key nuclear sites. Hegseth held a press conference at the Pentagon with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine, where he attempted to dispel early notions of the operation's results. CBS News' Courtney Kealy and Taurean Small report.
Hegseth reveals new name for Navy ship that honored slain gay rights leader
The USNS Harvey Milk is being renamed the USNS Oscar V. Peterson in honor of a Navy chief watertender who died in World War II.
Hegseth defends U.S. strikes on Iran nuclear sites
Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, released video of the tests of the type of "bunker-buster" bombs that were dropped on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend as he and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sought to illustrate the severity of the strikes amid the leak of an initial intelligence report. Charlie D'Agata reports. Imtiaz Tyab has more from Tehran.
Latest details on Iran intel assessment
The Trump administration is defending its strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities as a complete success, even as some key questions remain. CBS News' Eleanor Watson, Nikole Killion and Willie James Inman have the latest reporting.
Hegseth lashes out at media over Iran reporting
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lambasted journalists at a news conference Thursday, championing the U.S. airstrikes against Iran's nuclear sites and pushing back on a leaked intelligence report that raised questions about the attack's effectiveness. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
Details revealed in U.S. strikes against Iran
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and other Pentagon officials shared new details about the U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear targets during a contentious news conference Thursday morning. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
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CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink sat down with President Trump for an exclusive interview during the president's visit to North Texas.
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Iran strikes U.S. jets after Trump promises war to end after midterms
U.S. jets were hit by Iranian missiles while parked at a base in Jordan, sources tell CBS News, while Trump said the war will end "immediately" after midterms.
George W. Bush says Americans "don't pay attention to the lesson of 9/11"
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Anthropic says scientists used AI for possible biological weapons development
Anthropic said it blocked scientists who used its Claude AI models "in ways that could support biological weapons development."
Joe diGenova resigns from DOJ after overseeing "grand conspiracy" probe
Joe diGenova, the prosecutor who was tapped by Attorney General Todd Blanche to supervise the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials, told CBS News he has resigned.
Diesel prices are nearing $6 a gallon for the first time ever
The price of diesel has soared more than 60% over the last year, a surge energy experts said is likely to continue. Here's why.
GOP Rep. Rob Bresnahan campaigns on data center limits while investing in industry
According to a financial disclosure, the Pennsylvania lawmaker holds investments in companies positioned to benefit from the data center industry's continued growth.
Ex-Anthropic researcher warns AI could grow "smart enough to kill us"
The development of AI "doesn't look that different from say, 'Terminator,' or from science fiction films," Jacob Coxon said.
Afghan girls who study in secret want you to read their "letters to the world"
21 Afghan girls, bravely defying the Taliban by continuing to study, handed CBS News letters containing their stifled, often humble dreams "for an ordinary life."
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Family's 9/11 loss inspires a school that's helped hundreds of kids
CBS News producer Caroline Lewis shares the story of her mother Patty, who established a school in a disadvantaged community after losing her husband on 9/11.
Ex-Anthropic researcher warns AI could grow "smart enough to kill us"
The development of AI "doesn't look that different from say, 'Terminator,' or from science fiction films," Jacob Coxon said.
Surrogate appeals to Supreme Court in custody dispute over baby with heart defect
A California couple's surrogate who refused their wishes to have an abortion has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a custody dispute over the 4-week-old child, who was born in Texas with a serious heart defect.
Diesel prices are nearing $6 a gallon for the first time ever
The price of diesel has soared more than 60% over the last year, a surge energy experts said is likely to continue. Here's why.
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Ex-Anthropic researcher warns AI could grow "smart enough to kill us"
The development of AI "doesn't look that different from say, 'Terminator,' or from science fiction films," Jacob Coxon said.
Diesel prices are nearing $6 a gallon for the first time ever
The price of diesel has soared more than 60% over the last year, a surge energy experts said is likely to continue. Here's why.
Trump's $5,000 payments would reignite inflation, economists say
Mr. Trump's pledge to give $5,000 to Americans would stoke inflation and worsen the nation's fiscal outlook, according to economists.
August CPI report could spark the Fed's first rate hike in over 3 years
Friday's August CPI report could set the stage for the Federal Reserve's first interest rate hike in more than three years.
Why you shouldn't bank on Trump's $5,000 dividends happening
President Trump pledged $5,000 to all American adults if Republicans retain control of Congress. You may not be able to take that to the bank.
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GOP Rep. Rob Bresnahan campaigns on data center limits while investing in industry
According to a financial disclosure, the Pennsylvania lawmaker holds investments in companies positioned to benefit from the data center industry's continued growth.
Surrogate appeals to Supreme Court in custody dispute over baby with heart defect
A California couple's surrogate who refused their wishes to have an abortion has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a custody dispute over the 4-week-old child, who was born in Texas with a serious heart defect.
Joe diGenova resigns from DOJ after overseeing "grand conspiracy" probe
Joe diGenova, the prosecutor who was tapped by Attorney General Todd Blanche to supervise the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials, told CBS News he has resigned.
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Trump shares more details on $5,000 dividends in exclusive interview
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink sat down with President Trump for an exclusive interview during the president's visit to North Texas.
Trump's $5,000 payments would reignite inflation, economists say
Mr. Trump's pledge to give $5,000 to Americans would stoke inflation and worsen the nation's fiscal outlook, according to economists.
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Coroner releases details on 2 infant deaths in Pennsylvania measles outbreak
Neither infant was old enough to be vaccinated. The first dose of the measles vaccine is typically given at around 1 year of age.
How donating blood could reveal clues about your own health
Amid a national blood supply crisis, Dr. Courtney Lawrence sat down with Norah O'Donnell to talk about donating blood, health myths and more.
A generation of kids suffers as Trump destabilizes immigrant families
Children in immigrant families are facing multiple health threats from President Trump's policies.
NYC officials release unseen post-9/11 air quality documents
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
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Spain's spy agency warned of Ceuta border breach plans before crisis, declassified files show
Spain's national intelligence agency issued multiple warnings about a potential mass crossing of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, declassified documents show.
25 people killed in fire on cargo ship docked in China, state media reports
The deadly fire broke out when the cargo ship was docked for repairs at a major shipping hub on China's northeastern coast.
Multiple U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
One A-10 Thunderbolt, an attack aircraft known as the Warthog, was struck and lost a wing, according to sources.
Deadly fire on ferry off Philippines leaves dozens of people missing
A fire on a passenger ferry off the western Philippines left dozens of people missing and killed at least five. An intense and widespread search was on for the unaccounted for.
Barry Melrose, prominent NHL player, coach and broadcaster, dies at 70
Barry Melrose, a hockey player-turned-coach who led the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final before going on to a long career in broadcasting the sport, has died at 70.
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Dolly Parton's sister on Dolly's marriage
Dolly Parton's younger sister sat down with Gayle King for a conversation that included Dolly's makeup routine and her decades-long love affair with her husband Carl.
Sandra Bullock, Lee Pace on "Practical Magic 2"
Sandra Bullock and Lee Pace sat down with Adriana Diaz to discuss "Practical Magic 2," which premieres Friday.
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Stella Parton says her sister Dolly was prepared and at peace when she died
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Dolly Parton's sister on star's life, death
Dolly Parton's sister, Stella, sits down with Gayle King for her first interview since Dolly's death to discuss her sister's legendary life. Stella Parton says the country star was "definitely prepared" and at peace when she died last month.
Fashion designer Romeo Hunte shares new pieces
Fashion designer Romeo Hunte joins "The Daily Report" to discuss pieces in his new collection as New York Fashion Week kicks off.
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Ex-Anthropic researcher warns AI could grow "smart enough to kill us"
The development of AI "doesn't look that different from say, 'Terminator,' or from science fiction films," Jacob Coxon said.
Expert on threats of AI "superintelligence"
Public concerns over the threat of "superintelligence" are on the rise following comments from a former Anthropic researcher that the technology could kill off humanity. J.B Branch, director of federal AI governance and technology policy at Public Citizen, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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.
Former Anthropic employee on his fears
Anthropic said on Thursday that it disrupted several potential efforts this year to make biological weapons using its models. It's the exact kind of threat that has some people worried, including former Anthropic employee Jacob Coxon. Jo Ling Kent spoke with him on Thursday.
Democrats, Republicans in stalemate over AI
No federal law exists to regulate AI as Democrats and Republicans clash in the wake of renewed fears of human extinction. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.
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First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
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Ex-FBI agent on hunt for alleged 9/11 planner
"Daughters of 9/11," a new documentary airing on CBS on Friday, follows two women who lost their fathers in the attacks and are demanding alleged mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed be held accountable. Their journey leads them to Retired FBI Special Agent Frank Pellegrino, who spent more than a decade hunting for Mohammed and eventually questioned him. Pellegrino joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Lindsay Clancy lawyer files to toss mistrial
Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney, Kevin Reddington, filed a motion Thursday to throw out last week's mistrial and acquit Clancy. Clancy admitted to killing her three children, but pled not guilty to murder charges, arguing she was suffering from postpartum psychosis.
One year since Charlie Kirk's killing
It has been one year since conservative political activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during an event in Utah. Benji Backer, the founder and CEO of Nature Is Nonpartisan, joins CBS News with more on his friendship with Kirk.
Video shows attempted murder in Ohio
A potential killing was caught on camera in Ohio and was revealed at the trial of a man found guilty of attempting to shoot his wife in a crowded restaurant. Mark Strassmann reports.
Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: Reddington Weighs In
In the wake of the mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case, CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul and WBZ-TV reporter and anchor Kristina Rex share new reporting from inside the courtroom, exclusive juror insights, and behind-the-scenes details of the dramatic final courtroom moments. Plus, we learn what's next as the Plymouth County District Attorney's Office weighs its options.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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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Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
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The NFL's first-ever regular season game in Australia is about to kick off, with the Los Angeles Rams set to play the San Francisco 49ers. A halftime performance by Joe Jonas is also expected. Network 10 reporter Steph Baumgartel joins "The Daily Report" to share the excitement.
Ongoing efforts to ID 9/11 victims' remains
It's been 25 years since 9/11, and the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner continues its pledge to identify remains for as long as there are families looking for answers.
Republican candidate on GOP convention
Republican congressional candidate Michael Bouchard Jr., who is attending the GOP midterm convention, joins "The Daily Report" to share his thoughts on the Iran war, Trump's promised $5,000 payments, and more.
Legal expert on Missouri congressional map
The Supreme Court has blocked Missouri's use of a new congressional map that would have favored Republicans ahead of the midterms. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson explains what this means.
Trump says he'll stump for Paxton in Texas again
CBS News Texas had an exclusive interview with President Trump on Thursday, ahead of his second appearance at the Republican midterm convention. Political reporter Jack Fink unpacks his conversation with Mr. Trump. Then, CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has more on protests outside the venue.