Turkey criticized for detaining journalists amid nationwide protests
Turkish authorities detained and deported BBC correspondent Mark Lowen and arrested other journalists amid the largest nationwide protests in a decade.
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More than 1,100 arrested as defiant protests rock Turkey
More than 1,100 people, including some journalists, were detained in protests against Turkish President Erdogan after the arrest of his rival, Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.
Mass protests in Turkey over mayor's arrest
In Turkey, thousands of people gathered outside Istanbul's city hall Thursday for a second night in a row to protest the arrest of the city's mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. New York Times reporter Safak Timur joined CBS News to discuss the situation.
Turkey police arrest Istanbul's mayor
Police in Turkey arrested Istanbul's mayor on charges related to corruption and terrorism, and arrest warrants were issued for about a hundred others. The mayor is a popular opposition leader and rival of the Turkish president. Meanwhile, in Mexico City, lawmakers voted to ban violent bullfighting. And a man has been convicted of stealing a $6 million gold toilet from a British palace. Juliette Goodrich has a roundup of headlines from around the world.
Istanbul mayor, a key rival of Turkey's President Erdogan, is arrested
Critics say the arrest of Istanbul's mayor is part of a mounting crackdown by Turkey's president to silence all dissent.
Turkey halts all trade with Israel over mounting death toll in Gaza
The U.N. is warning that an Israeli offensive in Rafah would put hundreds of thousands of Palestinians "at imminent risk of death."
Turkey detains Israeli soccer player for displaying Gaza war message
Israeli soccer player Sagiv Jehezkel was detained and kicked off his Turkish team for wearing a wristband referencing the war in Gaza.
Putin says no grain deal until demands met
Vladimir Putin says a deal allowing Ukraine to export grain through the Black Sea safely will not be restored unless the West meets his demands. Retired Brig. Gen. Peter Zwack joins CBS News to assess the situation.
Ukraine's defense minister resigns
Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov submitted his resignation Monday after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced politician Rustem Umyerov as his replacement. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins to discuss what this shake-up means for Kyiv's counteroffensive.
Turkey's President Erdogan wins runoff, set to remain in power until 2028
Turkey's Supreme Election Council chairman said Erdogan had received 52.14% of the votes.
Turkey presidential election heads to runoff
Turkey's presidential election will head to a runoff on May 28 after no candidate achieved the required 50% needed to win. Steve Simon, senior research fellow at the Quincy Institute, examines the outcome and what it could mean for longtime incumbent President Erdogan.
Turkey heading to runoff election
Turkey is heading for a runoff in its presidential elections after voters failed to give either incumbent President Recep Tayyip Erdogan or his main challenger, Kemal Kilicdaroglu, more than 50% of the vote for an outright victory. CBS News reporter Pinar Sevinclidir joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" from Istanbul with the latest on the election results.
Turkey election results put Erdogan ahead, but not by enough
Turkey's long-time leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan managed only a narrow lead in the weekend vote, so another round of ballots will decide the country's fate.
Why the world is watching Turkey's elections
Turkey's national elections are shaping up to be the toughest test of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's long political career.
ISIS chief killed by Turkey's intelligence agency, Erdogan says
Turkish President Erdogan said Turkey's MIT intelligence agency has killed Abu Hussein al-Qurashi, who became the leader of ISIS in November 2022.
Turkey backs Finland's bid to join NATO
Turkey announced it will support Finland's bid to join NATO. Both Finland and Sweden applied to become part of the military alliance 10 months ago in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Heather Conley, president of the German Marshall Fund of the U.S., joins CBS News to discuss.
Crews urgently looking for quake survivors
In Turkey, the search for survivors after a massive earthquake struck parts of the country and Syria is in its third day. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay about the search and rescue efforts.
Death toll rises to 41 in Turkey coal mine explosion
There were 110 miners working in the shaft when the explosion occurred.
Finland and Sweden NATO accession
President Biden formally accepted Tuesday Finland and Sweden's application to join NATO, becoming the 23rd country to sign the Instruments of Ratification for the Accession Protocols to NATO for the Nordic nations. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi explains why this is so significant and what else is ahead for Finland and Sweden.
WorldView: Protests in Sudan after coup
Demonstrators took to the streets around Sudan's capital city after the country's top general seized power in a military coup. Meanwhile, a U.S. official said a drone attack on a military outpost in Syria where U.S. troops are based is believed to have been carried out by Iran, and a diplomatic crisis between Turkey and Western nations appears to have been narrowly averted. Also, Japan's Princess Mako married her commoner boyfriend and forfeited her royal status following unusual scrutiny and criticism of the engagement. CBS News' Haley Ott joins CBSN AM from London with those international stories.
Erdoğan defiant about acquiring Russian missile defense system
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said his government intends to defy the U.S. and go ahead with the purchase of another Russian-made anti-aircraft missile defense system.
Turkish President Erdogan on defense systems
Asked why NATO member Turkey continues to acquire and hold onto the Russian made S-400 missile defense system, which is incompatible with that of the Western alliance's, President Erdogan told CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan that Turkey is going to acquire whatever defense system from whichever country it wants.
Ex-envoy on U.S. relationship with Turkey
President Biden held his first face-to-face talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan since Mr. Biden formally recognized Turkey's role in perpetuating the Armenian genocide. Former U.S. Ambassador to Turkey James Jeffrey spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the state of the relationship between Washington and Ankara.
Biden: U.S. "not looking for conflict" with Russia
President Biden says he's not seeking conflict with Russia, but that the U.S. would respond if Russia continued its "harmful activities." CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss Monday's NATO summit and preview Mr. Biden's meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Biden attends NATO summit ahead of Putin meeting
President Biden reaffirmed the United States' commitment to the mutual defense treaty at the heart of the NATO alliance on Monday, ahead of his meeting Wednesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin. CBSN political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller and Washington Post congressional reporter Marianna Sotomayor, join "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on how NATO is evolving, the latest on infrastructure talks, and a GOP resolution aimed at progressive Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.
Trump announces 30% tariffs against Mexico, EU to begin on Aug. 1
President Trump announced on social media that he is levying 30% tariffs against Mexico and the European Union. They are set to begin on August 1.
DOJ fires Trump classified document investigators, Jan. 6 prosecutors, sources say
Sources told CBS News that among those fired were paralegals who worked for Special Counsel Jack Smith's office, finance and support staff, and two additional Justice Department prosecutors in North Carolina and Florida.
Trump posts message of support for Bondi amid Epstein probe fallout
Tensions that simmered for months boiled over when the Justice Department and FBI issued a two-page statement this week saying that they had concluded that Jeffrey Epstein did not possess a "client list."
Palestinian-American beaten to death in West Bank, family says
Palestinian-American Saifullah Kamel Musallet, 20, was visiting family in the West Bank when he was beaten to death by Israeli settlers, his family told CBS News.
Trump says he is considering revoking Rosie O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship
The two have criticized each other publicly for years, an often bitter back-and-forth that predates President Trump's involvement in politics.
California farm worker injured in immigration raids dies; More than 300 arrested
Authorities executed criminal search warrants in Carpinteria and Camarillo, California, on Thursday, the Department of Homeland Security said.
Grand Canyon wildfire grows 20-fold as Canadian wildfires smoke pushes into U.S.
The White Sage Fire, located in Kaibab National Forest, has forced hundreds to evacuate.
Trump considers greenlighting new funding for Ukraine, sources say
President Trump is weighing new funding for Ukraine for the first time since taking office in January, diplomatic sources told CBS News.
Florida lawmakers visit Alligator Alcatraz after weeks of being denied entry
Protesters lined the streets on Saturday as lawmakers from both sides of the aisle arrived at the immigration detention facility.
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Florida lawmakers visit Alligator Alcatraz after weeks of being denied entry
Protesters lined the streets on Saturday as lawmakers from both sides of the aisle arrived at the immigration detention facility.
Unconventional relationship holds answers to violent Florida murder
Investigators were puzzled when the beaten body of an unidentified woman was found dumped near a Florida highway. The next day, a bloody motel room was discovered. Were the crime scenes connected?
Trump posts message of support for Bondi amid Epstein probe fallout
Tensions that simmered for months boiled over when the Justice Department and FBI issued a two-page statement this week saying that they had concluded that Jeffrey Epstein did not possess a "client list."
Prosecutors: Security video discredits cosplay model's story of self-defense
Melissa Turner initially told detectives she didn't know what happened to Matthew Trussler, but when investigators found a security camera that held clues to what happened — her story changed.
Grand Canyon wildfire grows 20-fold as Canadian wildfires smoke pushes into U.S.
The White Sage Fire, located in Kaibab National Forest, has forced hundreds to evacuate.
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Hartford Bakery, Inc. voluntarily recalls hundreds of loaves of bread
Several lots of Hartford Bakery, Inc.'s "Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf" may contain undeclared hazelnuts, the company said.
Trump announces 30% tariffs against Mexico, EU to begin on Aug. 1
President Trump announced on social media that he is levying 30% tariffs against Mexico and the European Union. They are set to begin on Aug. 1.
Brazil warns of retaliatory levies against U.S. if Trump imposes 50% tariff
Brazilian President Lula da Silva vowed to trigger Brazil's reciprocity law if negotiations with the U.S. fail.
Unlucky in love? AI dating apps promise to help you up your game.
People are turning to AI dating assistants for help in crafting wittier, more conversational messages to attract romantic partners on apps.
Recent college graduates face a new obstacle in finding a job: AI
Unemployment is rising among recent college grads as employers turn to artificial intelligence to handle entry-level work.
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Florida lawmakers visit Alligator Alcatraz after weeks of being denied entry
Protesters lined the streets on Saturday as lawmakers from both sides of the aisle arrived at the immigration detention facility.
Trump posts message of support for Bondi amid Epstein probe fallout
Tensions that simmered for months boiled over when the Justice Department and FBI issued a two-page statement this week saying that they had concluded that Jeffrey Epstein did not possess a "client list."
Trump says he is considering revoking Rosie O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship
The two have criticized each other publicly for years, an often bitter back-and-forth that predates President Trump's involvement in politics.
DOJ fires Trump classified document investigators, Jan. 6 prosecutors, sources say
Sources told CBS News that among those fired were paralegals who worked for Special Counsel Jack Smith's office, finance and support staff, and two additional Justice Department prosecutors in North Carolina and Florida.
Trump announces 30% tariffs against Mexico, EU to begin on Aug. 1
President Trump announced on social media that he is levying 30% tariffs against Mexico and the European Union. They are set to begin on Aug. 1.
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Plague kills Arizona resident, health officials say
The death in Coconino County, which includes Flagstaff, was the first recorded death from pneumonic plague since 2007, local officials said.
A 13-year-old had chest pains. He was "close to sudden cardiac death"
Micah Clayborne was diagnosed with Danon disease, a rare condition, after complaining of chest pains. He needed a heart transplant.
COVID cases likely rising in half of states, CDC estimates
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
HHS facing billion-dollar backlog of delayed grants after DOGE
Delayed funds include grants for youth homelessness and domestic violence.
CDC finds nearly 1 in 3 youth have prediabetes, but experts question the data
The new federal estimates are spurring concerns about the health of U.S. children — and the way Trump administration health officials are handling research.
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Alleged leader of Italian mafia arrested in Colombia
Police identified the suspect as Giuseppe Palermo, who was wanted under an Interpol red notice calling for his arrest in 196 countries.
Photos show Kate, the Princess of Wales, others at Wimbledon women's final
Poland's Iga Swiatek beat American Amanda Anisimova in the women's final in consecutive sets.
Ecuador's top drug lord agrees to U.S. extradition after being captured
Adolfo Macias, alias "Fito," was captured in June after escaping from a maximum security prison last year in a jailbreak that sparked a severe wave of gang violence.
Iga Swiatek shuts out American Amanda Anisimova in Wimbledon women's final
The game lasted just under an hour, with Swiatek winning consecutive sets 6-0, 6-0.
At least 6 killed after Russia launches missile and drone attacks into Ukraine
Russia fired 597 drones and decoys, along with 26 cruise missiles, into Ukraine overnight into Saturday, Ukraine's air force said.
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Trump says he is considering revoking Rosie O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship
The two have criticized each other publicly for years, an often bitter back-and-forth that predates President Trump's involvement in politics.
Bad Bunny begins Puerto Rico residency celebrating island's heritage
Bad Bunny has intensified his efforts to make music about Puerto Ricans, for Puerto Ricans.
Saturday Sessions: Molly Tuttle performs "San Joaquin"
In 2017, Molly Tuttle became the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association's Guitar Player of the Year. Her new album is out next month and shows more of Tuttle's range–from pop to country to rock. Here is Molly Tuttle with "San Joaquin."
Meet singer-songwriter Molly Tuttle
In 2017, Molly Tuttle became the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Award's Guitar Player of the Year. Her new album is out next month and shows more of Tuttle's range–from pop to country to rock.
Saturday Sessions: Molly Tuttle performs "That's gonna leave a mark"
In 2017, Molly Tuttle became the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association's Guitar Player of the Year. Her new album is out next month and shows more of Tuttle's range–from pop to country to rock. Here is Molly Tuttle with "That's Gonna Leave a Mark."
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Secret Service adds drones, mobile command posts
It was almost one year ago that a 20-year-old man attempted to assassinate President Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Nicole Sganga went inside the Secret Service's training facility in Maryland to see the changes the agency is making to ensure such an incident never happens again.
Unlucky in love? AI dating apps promise to help you up your game.
People are turning to AI dating assistants for help in crafting wittier, more conversational messages to attract romantic partners on apps.
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.
Musk says Grok is coming to Tesla vehicles
Elon Musk said his AI chatbot Grok is coming to Tesla vehicles by next week, just days after the bot unleashed an antisemitic rant on his social media platform X. The announcement also came after Musk unveiled the latest iteration of the chatbot called Grok 4. Bloomberg News technology editor Sarah Frier joins CBS News to discuss.
Indeed, Glassdoor to lay off 1,300 workers as AI shakes up job searches
As AI barrels into the workplace, job search firms like Indeed and Glassdoor are replacing workers with the technology.
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Teenager wants to cure skin cancer with soap
Teenage scientist Heman Bekele's ultimate goal is to cure melanoma. After winning 3M's Young Scientist Challenge by inventing soap that can cure skin cancer, he caught the attention of Dr. Jay William Fox, associate director at the University of Virginia's cancer center.
How to vet scientific research
Cabells Publishing, a scholarly analytics company, has flagged more than 19,000 journals as potentially predatory. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains how to know if you're getting accurate information.
North America's oldest known pterosaur discovered in Arizona, researchers say
Researchers were able to date the fossil of the flying reptile, a close cousin of dinosaurs, back to more than 209 million years ago.
Inside the lab trying to change people's minds about sharks
Scientists at Oregon State University are working to change people's minds about sharks--and are learning more about the health of the ocean in the process.
The stories behind history's most haunting shipwrecks
From the Clotilda to the Titanic, archaeologist James Delgado shares insights from his 50-year career.
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Unconventional relationship holds answers to violent Florida murder
Investigators were puzzled when the beaten body of an unidentified woman was found dumped near a Florida highway. The next day, a bloody motel room was discovered. Were the crime scenes connected?
Prosecutors: Security video discredits cosplay model's story of self-defense
Melissa Turner initially told detectives she didn't know what happened to Matthew Trussler, but when investigators found a security camera that held clues to what happened — her story changed.
Ecuador's top drug lord agrees to U.S. extradition after being captured
Adolfo Macias, alias "Fito," was captured in June after escaping from a maximum security prison last year in a jailbreak that sparked a severe wave of gang violence.
Corey Comperatore's sister tragedy in Butler
Corey Comperatore's sister, Kelly Comperatore Meeder, is speaking out a year after her brother was killed during an assassination attempt against then-candidate Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, during a 2024 campaign event. CBS News' Jennifer Borrasso and Scott MacFarlane report.
"Personal revenge" likely motive in mayor's murder, police say
Mayor Francisco Martinez was arrested in 2015 for allegedly trying to kill a daughter's boyfriend with a machete, police said.
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Want to own a huge chunk of Mars? It'll likely cost you up to $4 million
A 54-pound meteorite from Mars is expected to fetch up to $4 million when it goes up for auction later this month at Sotheby's.
Webb telescope captures images of new stars forming in Cat's Paw Nebula
The Cat's Paw Nebula is about 4,000 light-years from Earth, near the constellation Scorpius.
First close-up of "cotton candy" nebula captured by world's largest telescope
A new observatory in Chile has produced a stunningly detailed image of a nebula resembling cotton candy, using the largest telescope in the world.
Blue Origin rockets 6 astrotourists on sub-orbital flight to space
Running a week late because of weather, it was clear sailing Sunday for Blue Origin's 13th passenger flight.
Fireball seen as meteorite streaks through sky over Georgia and South Carolina
The American Meteor Society said it received more than 160 reports of a fireball sighting from observers in Georgia and South Carolina.
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Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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Who Killed Aileen Seiden in Room 15?
Three people check into a Florida motel room. Only two walk out alive. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Melissa Turner's Closing Act
A cosplay actor finds herself in the spotlight when she's accused of murdering her boyfriend. Can she convince a jury it was self defense? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
Sheep do some lamb-scaping on solar farms
In the small farming town of LaSalle, sheep move in for the summer to help manage the landscaping responsibilities on a 5 megawatt solar farm. CBS News Colorado's Dillon Thomas has the story.
Iga Swiatek dominates at Wimbledon women's finals
Iga Swiatek of Poland had a dominating victory at Wimbledon on Saturday. It took her just 57 minutes to eliminate American Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0. Swiatek didn't lose a single game the entire tournament, becoming the first woman to do that in 114 years.
Housing market shows signs of cooling off
For years, the U.S. housing market has boomed, pricing many out of their financial comfort zone and the market. Now, home prices are showing signs of cooling off. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman has details for buyers and sellers.