CBS News crew takes cover from Russian shelling
A CBS News crew ran for cover as Russians shelled a village near the frontlines in southern Ukraine. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
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Some companies still doing business in Russia
While companies like Starbucks and McDonald's have exited Russia over the war in Ukraine, more than two dozen U.S. corporations are defying calls to leave or curtail their activities in the country.
200 bodies found in Mariupol basement, Ukraine says
The ruined city has seen some of the worst suffering of the 3-month-long war.
Russia's relentless offensive
Ukrainian troops fighting in the southern region of the country are digging in in an effort to prevent Russian forces from cementing control of the area. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab got rare access to the frontlines there.
One Ukrainian fighter's journey from the boardroom to the battlefield
Seva Kozhmyako was a wealthy businessman before the Russian invasion. His story highlights a key battlefield advantage he says Ukraine has over Russia.
Inside the Ukrainian lab behind Russia's biological weapons lies
CBS News tours a government facility in Kyiv that Russia claims the U.S. was using as a "biological war lab."
Sweden, Finland formally request to join NATO
Both Sweden and Finland have formally requested to join NATO as Russia continues its attacks on Ukraine. Russia has threatened to take "countermeasures" should the countries join. Swedish ambassador to the U.S. Karin Olofsdotter joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss her country's historic move.
Biological weapon conspiracy theory explained
Chris Livesay gets exclusive access to Ukrainian bio-lab housing, where some of the most deadly diseases on the planet exist. The Kremlin claims Ukraine and the U.S. are turning the material into biological weapons.
Ukrainian millionaire fights against Russia
Just a few months ago, Seva Kozhmyako was a wealthy businessman. Now, he is using his millions to fund a volunteer defense unit in the fight against Russia. Debora Patta reports.
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President Biden wraps up Asia trip; Sweden seeks to join NATO.
Key tests in primaries in several states
Voters in five states are heading to the polls for primaries Tuesday, but the key race to watch is in the battleground state of Georgia, where Republican Gov. Brian Kemp is opposing Trump-endorsed former Sen. David Perdue. There are also critical Republican primaries in Alabama and tests for both progressives and the Bush political dynasty in Texas. Starbucks is closing all its stores in Russia over Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. And New York City's last remaining pay phone has been removed. It next heads to a museum.
Biden vows to defend Taiwan from China
President Biden has vowed to defend Taiwan if China attacks the island, comparing the situation with the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Michael Green, senior vice president for Asia, Japan Chair and Henry A. Kissinger Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the president's comments and his trip to the region.
Biden: U.S. willing to defend Taiwan "militarily"
During his first official trip to Asia, President Biden said the U.S. would respond "militarily" if China were to invade the self-ruled island of Taiwan. The comment is drawing criticism due to the United States' long-standing policy of maintaining ambiguity when it comes to making a security commitment to Taiwan. Dan Blumenthal, senior fellow and director of Asian studies at the American Enterprise Institute, joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss.
On the frontlines in battle to defend Ukraine
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Ukraine still mostly needs ground artillery as it battles Russia. Imtiaz Tyab reports from the frontlines in Ukraine, where the country's forces say they are holding ground.
Starbucks joins McDonald's in exiting Russia
After pausing operations in March, caffeine brand completes departure and condemns "horrific attacks on Ukraine."
Inside the front-line battle to stop Russia annexing more of Ukraine
"I have my family, I have my kids, and I'm here to protect them and protect my country," one Ukrainian soldier told CBS News. "It's my duty."
Russian diplomat resigns over war in Ukraine: "Never have I been so ashamed"
A veteran Russian diplomat to the U.N. Office at Geneva says he resigned and sent a scathing letter denouncing the "aggressive war unleashed" by President Vladimir Putin.
Russian soldier gets life sentence in Ukraine's 1st war crimes trial
Vadim Shishimarin, 21, admitted to killing 62-year-old civilian Oleksandr Shelipov in the early days of Russia's invasion. He apologized to the victim's widow in court.
CBS News on patrol with Ukraine military
CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab embedded with the Ukrainian military patrolling villages outside Kherson, on the southern frontline of the war with Russia. He spoke with the soldiers in the bunkers and trenches as they took cover from shelling.
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Biden indicates U.S. would use military force if China attacks Taiwan; Drug shortages rampant across U.S.
Robert Gates says NATO expansion "dramatically changes" geopolitics
Gates, who served under Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, said Putin's brutal invasion of Ukraine could continue to hurt Russia's economy.
Florida residents send Ukraine war news to Russia
A farm in central Florida has become one of the largest shortwave radio operations in the world. Using Cold War era radio technology called shortwave, Jeff White and his team are broadcasting unbiased information on the status of the Russian war on Ukraine to listeners in Belarus, Ukraine and Russia. Miguel Amaya has more.
U.N. cites Ukraine war in grain shortage
Russia's war on Ukraine has disrupted the world's food supply. After the Russian military targeted a grain elevator in the city of Dnipro and blockaded Ukrainian sea transit routes, a halt on grain exports from the region has affected more than a billion people. Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Russia ups attacks in Eastern Ukraine
President Biden signed a $40 billion aid package for Ukraine just as Russia intensified its efforts to control the eastern part of the former Soviet state. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports from Odesa, Ukraine.
Russia intensifies battle for eastern Ukraine
Russia is continuing its battle for control of eastern Ukraine as it announced it will cut off natural gas after the country applied for NATO membership. Debora Patta reports.
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At least 19 children, 2 adults killed after shooter opens fire at Texas elementary school
The shooter is also dead, and is believed to have been killed by responding law enforcement officers.
Biden: "When in God's name are we going to stand up to the gun lobby?"
"I had hoped when I became president I would not have to do this — again," President Biden said from the White House.
Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Texas and Minnesota primary results
CBS News projects Kemp will win the nomination, easily defeating Trump-backed Perdue.
Watch Live: Testimony continues in Johnny Depp-Amber Heard trial
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
A look at some of the deadliest school shootings in U.S. history
The number of shootings that included schools and killed 10 or more people has mounted.
Matthew McConaughey addresses shooting in his Texas hometown
"We can't exhale once again, make excuses, and accept these tragic realities as the status quo," he said. "... This is an epidemic we can control."
Josh Duggar faces up to 20 years in prison at child porn sentencing
Duggar's large family was the focus of TLC's "19 Kids and Counting" reality show, which was canceled in 2015 following molestation allegations.
U.S. bases that honored Confederate leaders to receive new names
The Naming Commission released the names it's proposing for nine U.S. military installations that honor Confederate leaders and is reviewing the names of more than 750 other military assets.
Biden to sign policing executive order 2 years after George Floyd died
Biden is signing the order on federal policing two years after Floyd died at the hands of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
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Man freed from prison has first birthday cake in 44 years
Vincent Simmons was found guilty at age 25 of a crime he insists he didn't commit and had his conviction overturned just days before turning 70.
Watch Live: Testimony continues in trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Matthew McConaughey addresses shooting in his Texas hometown
"We can't exhale once again, make excuses, and accept these tragic realities as the status quo," he said. "... This is an epidemic we can control."
At least 19 children, 2 adults killed after shooter opens fire at Texas elementary school
The shooter is also dead, and is believed to have been killed by responding law enforcement officers.
Amanda Gorman pens poem in wake of Texas school shooting
At least 19 children and two adults were killed in the deadliest elementary school shooting since Sandy Hook.
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Property taxes too high? Here's how to appeal your tax bill.
U.S. counties and cities are reassessing property values as home prices soar, leading to bigger tax bills for some.
These U.S. companies are still doing business in Russia
Starbucks and McDonald's are leaving, but other food chains and American companies are "digging in," Yale professor says.
Walmart apologizes for Juneteenth ice cream after backlash
Critics described the ice cream as a "problematic" attempt to cash in on the holiday commemorating the end of U.S. slavery.
Billionaire in $1.4B tax case ruled mentally fit for trial
Lawyers for the software mogul argued he is mentally unfit, but a federal judge calls him "extremely intelligent."
More peanut butter products made with recalled Jif pulled
Federal officials warn against eating any of dozens of food items because of a multi-state salmonella outbreak.
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Biden: "When in God's name are we going to stand up to the gun lobby?"
"I had hoped when I became president I would not have to do this — again," President Biden said from the White House.
Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Texas and Minnesota primary results
CBS News projects Kemp will win the nomination, easily defeating Trump-backed Perdue.
CBS News' Holly Williams on reporting from Ukraine's front line
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams talks with host Michael Morell about her reporting in Ukraine over the last eight years, since 2014.
U.S. bases that honored Confederate leaders to receive new names
The Naming Commission released the names it's proposing for nine U.S. military installations that honor Confederate leaders and is reviewing the names of more than 750 other military assets.
Ex-Sandy Hook congressman begs for gun laws after Texas school shooting
"I am here on this floor to beg — to literally get down on my hands and knees and beg my colleagues," he said. "Find a path forward here."
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New link between mental health and arthritis
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
Federal response to formula crisis faces criticism
The federal government's slow response to safety concerns at the country's largest formula-making plant is coming under fire. The first bacterial infection possibly linked to Abbott's formula was reported in September, but the Food and Drug Administration did not inspect the company's Michigan plant until the end of January. Meg Oliver reports.
"Long COVID" symptoms affect 1 in 4 seniors after infection, study finds
Respiratory symptoms and musculoskeletal pain were the most common lingering health issues reported.
Kids discuss mental health impacts of phones and social media
In recent years, more and more young people have used tablets or computers, research finds.
More peanut butter products made with recalled Jif pulled
Federal officials warn against eating any of dozens of food items because of a multistate salmonella outbreak.
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Ukraine's Zelenskyy voices "personal" grief over "awful shooting in Texas"
The president who's gained global respect as a war-time leader said he felt a "personal tragedy" seeing American kids murdered "in peaceful times."
North Korea tests 3 ballistic missiles including possible ICBM, South says
Seoul also said Pyonyang has been testing a "nuclear detonation device" to prepare for what would be Pyongyang's first nuclear test since 2017.
200 bodies found in Mariupol basement, Ukraine says
The ruined city has seen some of the worst suffering of the 3-month-long war.
8 women, 3 men dead after gunmen open fire on hotel, bars in Mexico
Witnesses said the victims were shot, after which the attackers poured gasoline to set the establishments on fire.
One Ukrainian fighter's journey from the boardroom to the battlefield
Seva Kozhmyako was a wealthy businessman before the Russian invasion. His story highlights a key battlefield advantage he says Ukraine has over Russia.
Entertainment
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Watch Live: Testimony continues in trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Amber Heard's attorneys rest case as civil trial continues
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Aerosmith cancels Vegas shows after Steven Tyler enters rehab
In a statement shared on Twitter, the rock band said Steven Tyler has entered a treatment program and would be unable to perform.
Auction of iconic "Wizard of Oz" dress blocked by priest's family
Catholic University was set to auction off the dress, which has an estimated value between $800,000 and $1.2 million. But the niece of the late Father Glibert Hartke says the school doesn't own it.
Time releases list of 100 most influential people of 2022
From a billionaire personally funding the fight against climate change to protectors of human rights, these are the people dubbed Time's 100 most influential for 2022.
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Kids talk impact of cell phones
Nate Burleson sits down with kids to discuss the affects of cell phones and social media on their growth and development. They address the pressures of having a cell phone at an early age.
Activision Blizzard workers vote to unionize, an industry first
Microsoft, which is in the process of buying the Call of Duty publisher for nearly $69 billion, says it will not interfere.
Mark Zuckerberg sued over Cambridge Analytica
Washington D.C. attorney general Karl Racine is suing Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over his alleged involvement in the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The lawsuit accuses Zuckerberg of directly participating in decision-making that allowed the Trump-allied political consulting firm to steal personal data of millions of Facebook users. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil with details.
Self-tracking your health data
Experts say wearable devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data and alert you to potential problems may one day detect potential medical conditions ranging from heart issues and stroke to cancer.
Tracking your health data through wearable devices
Experts say devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data can also give you early warnings about medical problems before a doctor might. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how self-tracking data may one day help detect conditions like infectious diseases, type II diabetes, heart conditions or even cancer.
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Chanting climate change activists disrupt Shell shareholders meeting
Some sang "We will, we will stop you!" to the tune of Queen's 1977 rock anthem "We will rock you." Some glued themselves to their seats.
U.S. and Japan teaming to put first Japanese astronaut on moon
No non-American has ever touched down on the lunar surface, and Japan has previously said it hopes to achieve a Moon landing by the end of this decade.
"Efficient predator": Invasive green crab found in new area
The Carcinus maenas — or "raving mad crab" — preys on juvenile clams, out-competes native crab species and wreaks havoc on marine ecosystems.
Major climate indicators set "alarming" records in 2021, U.N. says
The ocean is more acidic than it's been in 26,000 years and hotter than ever as greenhouse gases continue to flood the atmosphere. Here's what it could mean for the climate crisis.
Who will suffer the most as climate change fuels heat waves in India?
As scientists warn heat waves are 100 times more likely in the region, millions of workers can't afford to take a day off, even if the heat could kill them.
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Man freed from prison has first birthday cake in 44 years
Vincent Simmons was found guilty at age 25 of a crime he insists he didn't commit and had his conviction overturned just days before turning 70.
Woman sentenced to life in 1993 death of newborn found on road
Gail Ritchey told detectives at the time of her arrest in 2019 that she had disposed the body of another newborn in a field in 1990 or 1991.
Rally, vigil planned for 2nd anniversary of George Floyd's killing
The intersection of 38th and Chicago streets became known informally as George Floyd Square in the wake of his death.
Senator Murphy on Texas shooting
Democratic Senator Chris Murphy joins “CBS Mornings” to react to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. He discusses the next steps for Congress on gun safety legislation and background checks.
81-year-old woman carjacked while handing out meals to homeless
The suspect stole her keys, locked the driver's-side door and drove off as she tried to get in, knocking her to the ground in a supermarket parking lot.
Space
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Boeing's Starliner catches up with space station
For the first time, two U.S. astronaut ferry ships, from two different vendors are docked at space station.
Boeing Starliner capsule sets off after space station
Grounded earlier by software bugs and corroded valves, Boeing says the Starliner is finally ready for flight.
Boeing Starliner capsule poised for high-stakes flight
NASA is confident Boeing's Starliner astronaut ferry ship is finally ready for prime time.
InSight Mars lander nears the end of the road
NASA expects dwindling power to shut down the InSight Mars lander by the end of the year.
NASA investigates another space helmet water leak
While not as serious as a potentially life-threatening 2013 incident, NASA is taking no chances with the station's aging spacesuits.
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What Happened to Tara Grinstead?
A beloved Georgia H.S. teacher went missing in 2005. Over 11 years later, an unexpected arrest -- but will we ever know the truth of what happened?
The best jobs in America in 2022, ranked
Glassdoor recently unveiled its list... and it's not all tech.
The best places to work in 2022, ranked
It's not only tech companies that continue to win over employees with flexible work environments, good pay and better benefits.
How police tracked an old work truck to find Jennifer Dulos' alleged killer
After scouring 12 hours of grainy surveillance footage, investigators say they found the way Fotis Dulos drove the 70 miles to murder his wife.
25 transgender athletes you should know
These athletes are making waves in the worlds of athletics and advocacy.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
Man celebrates 70th birthday after release from prison
Vincent Simmons is a Louisiana man who was released from prison in February after serving 44 years for a crime he insists he did not commit. "48 Hours" was with him as he celebrated his first birthday as a free man. "Please Don't Tell" streams Wednesday, May 25 at 8 p.m. ET on CBS News.
Senator Murphy on Texas shooting
Democratic Senator Chris Murphy joins “CBS Mornings” to react to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. He discusses the next steps for Congress on gun safety legislation and background checks.
Public safety spokesperson on school shooting
Lt. Christopher Olivarez, spokesperson for the Texas Department of Public Safety, joins “CBS Mornings” to give an update on the deadly school shooting at Robb Elementary School.
Most Trump candidates lose in GA primaries
Trump-backed candidates appeared to be foundering Tuesday night in Georgia. Incumbent Republican Governor Brian Kemp and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger both defeated their challengers in the Republican primaries. Ed O'Keefe has more.