Paul Whelan attacked by fellow prisoner at Russian labor camp, family says
Paul Whelan's family said a fellow prisoner hit him in the face and broke his glasses after he asked him to move out of the way.
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Camp for grieving Ukrainians in Austrian Alps
Grieving Ukrainian widows and children headed to the Austrian Alps for mountain healing. They’re climbing at a camp while learning from U.S. veterans about strength, resilience and overcoming trauma.
Audio intercepts reveal voices of desperate Russian soldiers on front lines
The audio obtained and verified by The Associated Press are a rare glimpse of the war through Russian eyes.
Russia launches its largest drone attack on Ukraine since start of war
Ukraine said on Saturday it downed 74 out of 75 drones Russia launched at it overnight, mostly in the direction of Kyiv.
Russia launches dozens of drones at Kyiv
Ukraine on Saturday said Russia launched dozens of drones onto its capital city Kyiv, the largest such drone attack Ukraine has endured since the start of the Russian invasion. Ukraine said all but one of the drones were intercepted and destroyed.
"FBI True" goes inside takedown of FBI mole
Tuesday's "FBI True" episode, "Hunting Graysuit: America's Deadly Traitor," takes viewers behind the scenes with the FBI agents who uncovered and caught Robert Hanssen, who sold America's secrets to Russia for decades.
Ukraine says kids are being taken by Russia
Thousands of Ukrainian children have reportedly been taken away from their homes and moved to camps in Russia or Belarus since the start of the war. Officially, the Ukrainian government has documented more than 19,000 children taken by Russia, but told CBS News they worry the actual number could be closer to 300,000. Nathaniel Raymond, the director at Yale Humanitarian Research Lab at the Yale School of Public Health, joined CBS News to discuss.
Moscow puts popular Ukrainian singer on wanted list
Russia has placed a Ukrainian singer who won the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest on its wanted list.
U.S. defense chief in Ukraine to affirm support "now and in the future"
Defense chief Lloyd Austin said he was in Ukraine to affirm U.S. support "against Russia's aggression, both now and in the future."
Rescuing Ukraine’s abducted children
Ukraine’s government says about 20,000 children have been taken by Russia, but adds it could be closer to 300,000. Ukrainian moms are traveling behind enemy lines to rescue their abducted children.
Ukrainian grandmother travels to Russian-occupied territory to find grandson
Desperate Ukrainian women are going behind enemy lines in Russian-occupied territory to rescue their abducted children. A grandmother spent months trying to bring her 9-year-old grandson back after he was taken.
Ukraine says Russia is kidnapping, indoctrinating Ukrainian children
Ukraine's government says about 20,000 children have been taken by Russia, but adds it could be closer to 300,000. Ukrainian moms are traveling behind enemy lines to rescue their abducted children.
Disappeared | Sunday on 60 Minutes
No one knows exactly how many Ukrainian children have allegedly been abducted by Russia during Vladimir Putin’s war. Cecilia Vega spent months following one grandmother as she risked her life to find her grandson before he completely disappeared.
Russian artist gets 7 years in prison for antiwar protest at supermarket
Sasha Skochilenko is the latest Russian citizen to be affected by the country's crackdown on free speech.
Book poses solutions to global "permacrisis"
The new book "Permacrisis: A Plan to Fix a Fractured World" examines the crises facing the globe -- and how to solve them. Nobel Laureate and co-author Michael Spence joins CBS News to explain.
Watch: Biden, Xi begin talks in San Francisco
President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping met Wednesday on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, as Mr. Biden looks to manage the relationship between the world's two largest economies. Watch their opening remarks.
Russian convicted in journalist's murder pardoned after serving in Ukraine
Sergei Khadzhikurbanov was pardoned after serving 6 months on the front lines in Ukraine despite serving less than half his sentence for journalist Anna Politkovskaya's murder.
Ukraine accuses Russia of looting museums
Ukraine has accused Russia of deliberately destroying cultural property. Investigators say Russian forces target churches, libraries, museums, and monuments as part of a war on Ukraine’s identity.
Ukrainian investigators protect heritage as Russia targets cultural legacy
Ukrainians say Russian forces have deliberately destroyed and pillaged churches, museums, libraries, and monuments throughout the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
2024 election interference concerns
A new Microsoft analysis has found that Russia, Iran and China are likely to engage in new, sophisticated interference efforts ahead of the 2024 U.S. election. The report says Moscow remains the most capable and committed threat. Jamil Jaffer, the founder and executive director of the National Security Institute at George Mason University, joined CBS News to discuss the findings.
Blinken concerned by Russia-North Korea ties
Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with South Korean Foreign Minister Park Jin Thursday about the growing threat from the military partnership between North Korea and Russia. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has more.
Assessing Haley's third GOP debate performance
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley stressed her experience in foreign affairs at the third Republican debate and reiterated the case for U.S. support of Ukraine and Israel while criticizing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for his record on energy. Haley campaign surrogate and former Republican presidential candidate Will Hurd joins CBS News to discuss Haley's performance.
3rd GOP debate to focus on foreign policy
Wednesday's Republican debate is the first one since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war. Norm Coleman, former U.S. senator and current national chairman of the Republican Jewish Coalition, joins "America Decides" to discuss how foreign policy will come up on the stage.
Russian artist faces 8-year prison sentence for protesting Ukraine war
Sasha Skochilenko was arrested in April 2022 after replacing supermarket price tags with antiwar slogans decrying the invasion.
Russia, Iran, China likely to engage in election interference, analysis finds
The analysis found Russia remains "the most committed and capable threat" to the upcoming 2024 American federal elections.
Nancy Guthrie ransom note, believed to be from abductor, said she died, sources say
Authorities believe two ransom notes addressed to Nancy Guthrie's family — including a note that said she had died — were likely sent by the person or group of people who abducted her.
Senate passes landmark housing affordability bill after bipartisan breakthrough
The Senate passed a bill aimed at lowering housing costs on Monday after a major breakthrough and rare bipartisan consensus.
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Iran to let nuclear inspections resume as talks continue, Vance says
Vance says Iran agreed to let international nuclear inspectors back into the country during a "very, very good" first day of negotiations with the U.S.
Judge blocks Trump administration's database of Americans' personal info
U.S. District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan said the administration violated the law when it created a centralized database of Americans' personal records.
2 killed, including police officer, in shooting in Montreal
The suspect was shot and killed "right away," according to police, and there was no immediate word on a possible motive.
Supreme Court reinstates murder conviction in disappearance of Etan Patz
Etan Patz walked out of his New York City home headed for a school bus stop in May of 1979. He never made it to school and has never been found.
"Alligator Alcatraz" shutting down permanently, sources tell CBS News Miami
Closing Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" has been the subject of speculation for the past two months.
Who is Andy Burnham, the man likely to be Britain's next prime minister?
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is resigning, and the man widely expected to replace him is a fellow Labour Party lawmaker known as the "King of the North."
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Trump expected to meet with defense contractors Wednesday amid Iran talks
The Trump administration has been ratcheting up pressure on defense contractors to prioritize production and American manufacturing capabilities over shareholder payouts.
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Senate passes landmark housing affordability bill after bipartisan breakthrough
The Senate passed a bill aimed at lowering housing costs on Monday after a major breakthrough and rare bipartisan consensus.
Nancy Guthrie ransom note, believed to be from abductor, said she died, sources say
Authorities believe two ransom notes addressed to Nancy Guthrie's family — including a note that said she had died — were likely sent by the person or group of people who abducted her.
Bipartisan housing bill aims to boost homeownership. Could it work?
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which has rare bipartisan support, would make it harder for major investors to hoard homes.
Coke and Pepsi rolling out QR codes linked to ingredient information
The QR codes will take soda drinkers to a website listing more than 140 beverage ingredients and their nutritional content.
Judge blocks Trump administration's database of Americans' personal info
U.S. District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan said the administration violated the law when it created a centralized database of Americans' personal records.
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Senate passes landmark housing affordability bill after bipartisan breakthrough
The Senate passed a bill aimed at lowering housing costs on Monday after a major breakthrough and rare bipartisan consensus.
Bipartisan housing bill aims to boost homeownership. Could it work?
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which has rare bipartisan support, would make it harder for major investors to hoard homes.
Coke and Pepsi rolling out QR codes linked to ingredient information
The QR codes will take soda drinkers to a website listing more than 140 beverage ingredients and their nutritional content.
Polymarket launches probe after report alleges deceptive marketing
A Wall Street Journal investigation found that the prediction market paid content creators to produce videos of fake trades purporting to show big financial gains.
How growing inequality is worsening Social Security's financial crunch
Faster income growth for top U.S. earners has eroded Social Security's tax base, fueling calls to raise or eliminate the payroll tax cap.
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Senate passes landmark housing affordability bill after bipartisan breakthrough
The Senate passed a bill aimed at lowering housing costs on Monday after a major breakthrough and rare bipartisan consensus.
Bipartisan housing bill aims to boost homeownership. Could it work?
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which has rare bipartisan support, would make it harder for major investors to hoard homes.
Judge blocks Trump administration's database of Americans' personal info
U.S. District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan said the administration violated the law when it created a centralized database of Americans' personal records.
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Trump expected to meet with defense contractors Wednesday amid Iran peace talks
The Trump administration has been ratcheting up pressure on defense contractors to prioritize production and American manufacturing capabilities over shareholder payouts.
Judge quashes 6 grand jury subpoenas against Minnesota officials
A U.S. District Judge ruled the Trump administration's use of grand jury subpoenas against Minnesota state and local officials was retaliatory and unlawful, finding no legitimate investigatory justification for them.
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Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo top 1,000, deaths surpass 250, officials say
Confirmed Ebola cases in the outbreak in eastern Congo have reached 1,003, including 254 deaths, officials said, and tracing those who've been in contact with patients remains a major challenge.
Affordable healthcare emerges as a voter priority in purple Nevada
The Trump administration's cuts to Medicaid and SNAP may complicate Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo's reelection chances.
6/21: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Birthright citizenship; the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library unveiled; Shooter Jennings releases recordings by his father, Waylon Jennings; comedian John Mulaney; childhood obesity; and the secrets of seahorses and seadragons.
Fighting childhood obesity, for a healthier, longer life
In 1970, about 1 in 20 children were affected by obesity; today, it's 1 in 5. Dr. Jonathan LaPook looks at programs aimed at helping kids (and their families) get healthy the old-fashioned way, by eating right and exercising.
Fighting childhood obesity, for a healthier, longer life
In 1970, about 1 in 20 children were affected by obesity; today, it's 1 in 5, with diet and exercise both key factors in the increase. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jonathan LaPook looks at programs aimed at helping kids get healthy the old-fashioned way, by eating right and exercising, while helping decrease the risk of problems tied to obesity later in life, such as diabetes, heart disease, and even cancer.
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2 killed, including police officer, in shooting in Montreal
The suspect was shot and killed "right away," according to police, and there was no immediate word on a possible motive.
Who is Andy Burnham, the man likely to be Britain's next prime minister?
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is resigning, and the man widely expected to replace him is a fellow Labour Party lawmaker known as the "King of the North."
Protests sparked by Kushner-backed resort plans gain steam in Albania
Plans backed by investors including Jared Kushner for a luxury resort in Albania drew protests that have grown into an anti-corruption movement.
Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo top 1,000, deaths surpass 250, officials say
Confirmed Ebola cases in the outbreak in eastern Congo have reached 1,003, including 254 deaths, officials said, and tracing those who've been in contact with patients remains a major challenge.
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Iran to let nuclear inspections resume as talks continue, Vance says
Vance says Iran agreed to let international nuclear inspectors back into the country during a "very, very good" first day of negotiations with the U.S.
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Clive Davis collaborator remembers music mogul
After decades of building some of America's greatest hits, legendary music executive Clive Davis died Monday at 94. Narada Michael Walden, a singer-songwriter and record producer who worked closely with Davis, joins CBS News to reflect on the music mogul's legacy.
Clive Davis dies at 94
Legendary music executive Clive Davis, who helped shape the careers of generations of artists including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston, has died at 94. Jim Aswad, executive editor for Variety, joins CBS News to discuss Davis' life.
Clive Davis, legendary music executive, dies at age 94
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
"Supergirl" director Craig Gillespie
"Supergirl" director Craig Gillespie joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss his adaptation of the film, which stars Milly Alcock and Jason Momoa, and premieres Friday.
Danny McBride on masculinity, new book
Actor and comedian Danny McBride talks about his new book, "Thrilling Tales of Modern Men," which is a short story collection that dives into modern masculinity. McBride, known for playing over confident characters, says he wanted to make the book an extension of what he's delivered on TV.
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Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
Americans on AI's future impact
A Pew survey shows 40% of Americans think AI's future impact will be negative. MIT Sloan professor Eric So joins CBS News with more details.
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.
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Inside an Irish town raising kids without smartphones
When parents and educators in Greystones, Ireland saw children dealing with increasing anxiety, they acted – and took phones out of the equation.
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Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
6/21: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Birthright citizenship; the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library unveiled; Shooter Jennings releases recordings by his father, Waylon Jennings; comedian John Mulaney; childhood obesity; and the secrets of seahorses and seadragons.
Seahorses and seadragons, some of Nature's most curious creatures
Seahorses are unique ocean inhabitants with a head like a horse, a pouch like a kangaroo, a tail like a monkey, and the ability to camouflage themselves like a chameleon. They also exhibit an unconventional gender dynamic, in that the males do the work of carrying around fertilized eggs. Correspondent Conor Knighton goes in search of these fascinating fish – and their equally fascinating cousins, seadragons – at the Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in California.
Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
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Nancy Guthrie ransom note, believed to be from abductor, said she died, sources say
Authorities believe two ransom notes addressed to Nancy Guthrie's family — including a note that said she had died — were likely sent by the person or group of people who abducted her.
2 killed, including police officer, in shooting in Montreal
The suspect was shot and killed "right away," according to police, and there was no immediate word on a possible motive.
Officials: 2 killed in Montreal shooting
Authorities say at least two people, including a police officer, were killed during a shooting in a Montreal, Canada, neighborhood on Monday. Police say the suspect was also killed. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Etan Patz murder conviction reinstated
The Supreme Court on Monday reinstated a murder conviction against Pedro Hernandez in the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Latest on Charlie Kirk case
A Utah judge in the Charlie Kirk case is set to rule on potential sanctions against prosecutors over comments allegedly made to the media. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
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Celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Trump-backed populist elected Colombian president
Abelardo de la Espriella, a Trump-backed conservative candidate who has never held public office, narrowly won Colombia's presidential runoff election Sunday. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports.
Use of AI, deepfakes growing in U.S. elections
Artificial intelligence-generated images, videos and deepfakes are becoming more common in political advertising to attack opponents or influence Americans' opinions. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins to discuss.
New poll shows Americans' thoughts on Iran war
A CBS News poll finds Americans want the war with Iran to end, and a majority say it caused more problems than it solved. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has the numbers.
U.S. to increase citizenship application fees
The Trump administration has unveiled a plan to make it more expensive for immigrants to become U.S. citizens. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the details.
Optimism after first round of U.S.-Iran talks
There's some optimism after the first round of peace negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Holly Williams report.