What's really behind the viral long-table photo of Putin and Macron?
French officials dismiss reports claiming concern in Paris that the Kremlin might have tried to harvest the president's DNA with a swab. But they won't say much beyond that.
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Russian drills with Belarus escalate Ukraine tensions
U.S. and European leaders met in Berlin to try and find a peaceful solution to end the Ukraine crisis as Russia stepped up war games in the region. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Olympic officials silent amid doping reports about star Russian skater
IOC won't discuss "legal issue" delaying medal ceremony for team figure skating, as Russian media report ban on country's young star has been "lifted."
Russia kicks off huge war games just over Ukraine's border in Belarus
But despite soaring tension and so-far fruitless diplomacy, one American in Ukraine tells CBS News he's not running scared, and nor are the Ukrainian people.
Americans react to Russia-Ukraine conflict
NATO countries are trying to steer Russia away from invading Ukraine. And U.S. voters are generally supportive of the Biden administration's efforts to resolve the conflict. Jason McMann, a geopolitical risk analyst at Morning Consult, joins CBS News' Nikki Battiste with more.
U.S. troops travel to Ukraine border to support NATO
The U.S. and Russia are building up their forces around Ukraine as the threat of war escalates. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Reporters urge Pentagon to let journalists embed with U.S. troops in Eastern Europe
The Pentagon says it's still assessing the appropriate level of access to the troops.
U.S. plans for potential Ukraine evacuation
CBS News has confirmed that the White House has approved a plan to help Americans leave Ukraine if Russia decides to invade its neighbor. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata is on the ground with NATO troops in Lasna, Estonia, where troops have started training in preparation for a possible attack; then, CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes discusses how the U.S. is responding to the escalating tensions.
Military drills and high tensions over Ukraine
As tensions over Ukraine intensify, Russia's military plans joint exercises with Belarus while NATO forces carry out drills in nearby Estonia. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata spent time with the troops in Estonia and joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the latest.
NATO and Russia hold war games amid talks to deescalate Ukraine crisis
The U.S. and its NATO partners are still negotiating with Russia amid military buildups by both sides, but military preparations are not based on best-case scenarios.
NATO troops conduct military exercises near Russia
Both NATO and Russian forces are ramping up war games as leaders have so far failed to reach a diplomatic breakthrough to ease the standoff over Ukraine. Charlie D'Agata has the latest from Estonia, a NATO ally that shares a border with Russia.
Foreign and domestic challenges for Biden
The U.S. and its NATO allies are eyeing diplomatic efforts as French President Macron meets with Ukrainian and Russian leaders. Plus, a growing number of states are deciding to lift school mask mandates. CBS News Radio White House correspondent Steve Portnoy, Politico congressional reporter Nicholas Wu, and Washington Post political reporter Amber Phillips join CBS News "Red and Blue" anchor Weijia Jiang with the latest.
Ukraine's military preps for potential invasion
U.S. and Ukrainian officials say up to 130,000 Russian troops are stationed along Ukraine's borders. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins "CBS News Mornings" from Kyiv with how Ukraine's military is preparing for a potential invasion.
World leaders try to de-escalate tensions
European and U.S. leaders are hoping to keep a diplomatic solution on the table as Ukraine prepares for a potential conflict with Russia. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand reports from the White House, and CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined Jericka Duncan and Tanya Rivero to discuss.
Ukraine prepares for possible invasion
As thousands of Russian troops remain massed at the Ukrainian border, the country is preparing for a possible invasion. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports from Ukraine. Then Pentagon press secretary John Kirby joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the prospects for de-escalation, as well as the recent U.S. raid targeting the ISIS leader in Syria.
Leaders engage on Russia-Ukraine conflict
Several world leaders are working to prevent a potential invasion of Ukraine by Russia. Ed O'Keefe reports on the high-stakes talks and the new threat that could impact Russia if its troops attack.
Efforts to defuse Russia-Ukraine tensions
President Biden met with Germany's new chancellor at the White House Monday, while France's Emmanuel Macron met with Vladimir Putin in Moscow. But with thousands of Russian troops near the Ukrainian border, the U.S. and its allies are warning of severe consequences if an attack happens. John Herbst, senior director of the Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center and former ambassador to Ukraine, joins CBS News to discuss.
Amid diplomacy blitz, Russia says troops to leave Belarus after drills
Putin's forces will pull back from Ukraine's northern border, but only after exercises that will test U.S., European and Russian determination to avert all-out war in Ukraine.
Biden meets with world leaders as tensions rise over Russia
U.S. military officials are warning that Russia has amassed 70% of the combat forces it would need for a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, President Biden met with the German chancellor to discuss the situation. Nancy Cordes has more.
High-level meetings on Russia-Ukraine crisis
High-level meetings are taking place in Washington and Moscow in an attempt to prevent a Russian invasion of Ukraine. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports from Ukraine, then CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil from the Pentagon with more.
Russia-Ukraine tensions mount
Concerns are growing about possible civilian casualties and a refugee crisis if Russia invades Ukraine. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts are underway, as Germany's chancellor meets with President Joe Biden and France's president talks with Vladimir Putin. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab gives more insights on the developing situation from Kyiv.
Rising concerns of Russian invasion plans
New satellite imagery shows Russian forces in Belarus are now just around 30 miles away from Ukraine's border. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins us from Kyiv, Ukraine, with the latest.
Ukraine prepares itself for Russian invasion
As new satellite images show Russian troops in Belarus moving closer to Ukraine’s border, CBS News’ foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab looks into Ukraine’s war preparations. Meanwhile, a former foreign minister tells Tyab he does not believe a Russian invasion is imminent.
As Russia and U.S. add firepower, can a diplomacy blitz spare Ukraine?
Russian forces are set to hold war games in Belarus, with forces now just 30 miles from Ukrainian soil. But as the tension ramps up, so is the quest for a deal with Putin.
Georgians helping train Ukrainian civilians
Paramilitary volunteers from Georgia have arrived in Ukraine to train civilians in preparation for a possible invasion by Russia. The threat of war has prompted thousands of Ukrainian citizens to take to the streets in Kharkiv, waving the nation's flag in a show of solidarity. Imtiaz Tyab has the story.
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Iran says it's up to Trump to choose between diplomacy or war
As the war with Iran hits the 7-month mark, Trump tells Axios he expects talks to resume despite neither side signaling willingness to change demands.
DOJ asks Supreme Court to allow policy ending medical care for transgender inmates
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to revive for now a policy cutting off medical interventions and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
Cornell fraternity rape investigation will be reopened, DA says
The investigation into an alleged rape at Cornell University in 2024 will be reopened, authorities said Monday.
SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
Russia hammers Ukraine's capital with major daytime drone strike
A wave of Russian strikes hit Ukraine Monday, killing at least 7 people, including a woman hit by a daytime strike on the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv.
Trump to announce largest steel plant in U.S. history will be built in Iowa
The plant is expected to create 1,750 permanent jobs in Iowa, a White House official said.
5 men arrested near U.K. air base used by U.S. released on bail
Police say five U.K. nationals who were arrested near RAF Fairford air base in England, which is used by U.S. forces, have been released on bail.
2026 MTV VMAs highlights include Madonna, Taylor Swift
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestler known as "Pac," dies at 40
Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide, was known as "Pac."
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BASE jumper dies after falling from 700-foot Utah cliff
A 27-year-old BASE jumper died on Sunday, after falling about 700 feet from a cliff in Utah, authorities said.
DOJ asks Supreme Court to allow policy ending medical care for transgender inmates
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to revive for now a policy cutting off medical interventions and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
Could AI really take over the internet? Here's what experts say.
Multiple incidents of AI "agents" going rogue have conjured up fears that they could take down the internet. Should we be worried?
Trump to announce largest steel plant in U.S. history will be built in Iowa
The plant is expected to create 1,750 permanent jobs in Iowa, a White House official said.
Cornell fraternity rape investigation will be reopened, DA says
The investigation into an alleged rape at Cornell University in 2024 will be reopened, authorities said Monday.
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Could AI really take over the internet? Here's what experts say.
Multiple incidents of AI "agents" going rogue have conjured up fears that they could take down the internet. Should we be worried?
Nvidia announces security system to stop AI agents from going rogue
Nvidia said more than 100 organizations are using the platform, which it says could have stopped the Hugging Face hack by OpenAI agents.
YouTube, the new path to Hollywood for filmmakers
Two of Hollywood's biggest hits this year – "Obsession" and "Backrooms," horror films with tiny budgets directed by YouTube creators – have studios searching for other social media-savvy talent, making YouTube a valuable new kind of film school.
TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
How GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are changing fast-food menus
Chipotle, McDonald's and Shake Shack are among the restaurant chains revamping their menus as more consumers go on weight-loss drugs.
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DOJ asks Supreme Court to allow policy ending medical care for transgender inmates
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to revive for now a policy cutting off medical interventions and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
Trump to announce largest steel plant in U.S. history will be built in Iowa
The plant is expected to create 1,750 permanent jobs in Iowa, a White House official said.
Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made food safety a concern of voters.
Sen. Kennedy urges Trump to focus on affordability ahead of midterm elections
Kennedy also weighed in on a new ad campaign extolling the president, saying no official "should spend public money on private ads for themselves."
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 27, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Alexander Yui, Taiwan representative to the U.S., join Margaret Brennan.
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Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made food safety a concern of voters.
Teen's headache reveals family health risk: "Saving people's lives"
Minutes into a run, Caroline McCaffrey was struck with a massive headache. The resulting medical journey would reveal a family risk for a dangerous condition.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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Wife, daughter of top drug lord held in U.S. are captured in Colombia
The women, who are wanted for money laundering, were arrested in an operation involving the FBI, President Abelardo de la Espriella said.
Russia hammers Ukraine's capital with major daytime drone strike
A wave of Russian strikes hit Ukraine Monday, killing at least 7 people, including a woman hit by a daytime strike on the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv.
Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestler known as "Pac," dies at 40
Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide, was known as "Pac."
U.S.-bound flight makes emergency landing due to smoke
The jet was on a flight from Barcelona to Boston with 296 passengers when it was diverted, media reports said.
Accused drug lord "The Spider" extradited to U.S. from Colombia
Geovany Andres Rojas, who faces drug trafficking and terrorism charges in the U.S., had been protected from extradition by former Colombian President Gustavo Petro,
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Key highlights from the 2026 MTV VMAs
Madonna and Taylor Swift won big at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, where artists also honored Dolly Parton's legacy and celebrated new singers making their global debuts. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers reports.
VMA performance highlights
Vlad Duthiers and Denny Directo break down the most iconic performances from Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, which included performances by Madonna, Shaboozey, Raye and more.
2026 MTV VMAs highlights include Madonna, Taylor Swift
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
The New Season: Fall 2026 - The most anticipated new movies, music, TV and more
Be on the lookout for these new entertainment offerings in the coming months, from screens to the stage, from music to the page.
The New Season: Fall 2026 – Movies, TV and more
Be on the lookout for these new entertainment offerings in the coming months, from movies, TV and streaming, to live theater and the bookstore.
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Could AI really take over the internet? Here's what experts say.
Multiple incidents of AI "agents" going rogue have conjured up fears that they could take down the internet. Should we be worried?
Scale of rogue AI incidents explodes
The rogue AI incidents under investigation could number in the tens of thousands, according to new reporting by Axios' Madison Mills. The senior artificial intelligence reporter 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.
OpenAI hack raises more security concerns
OpenAI revealed last week that its AI models went rogue and hacked into U.S. government websites, sparking more concern over security against the technology. Madison Mills, a senior reporter at Axios, has more.
Thousands of AI security incidents probed
President Trump is meeting with key AI leaders as details emerge about thousands of potential incidents involving the tech giants. CBS News' Kathryn Watson reports.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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5 U.K. terror plot suspects released on bail
Five suspects arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act near a U.K. Royal Air Force base have been released on bail, police say.
Wife, daughter of top drug lord held in U.S. are captured in Colombia
The women, who are wanted for money laundering, were arrested in an operation involving the FBI, President Abelardo de la Espriella said.
Russia blasts Ukraine with drone strike
Russia slammed Ukraine's Kyiv with a daytime drone strike that killed several people, according to officials. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.
Trump on terror plot suspects
President Trump reacted to news of a foiled terror plot near the Royal Air Force Fairford in the United Kingdom. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Latest on U.K. air base terror plot
More details are emerging about the apparent terror plot foiled in the U.K. near a pivotal air base used by U.S. forces. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
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SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
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.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
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.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
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.
Photos show 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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Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
5 U.K. terror plot suspects released on bail
Five suspects arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act near a U.K. Royal Air Force base have been released on bail, police say.
LSU goalie beats cancer, offers others hope
On this edition of Beg-Knows America, David Begnaud surprises Rylie Kuyper, a soccer goalkeeper for Louisiana State University and a cancer survivor who provided hope to others by documenting her cancer journey online.
Key highlights from the 2026 MTV VMAs
Madonna and Taylor Swift won big at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, where artists also honored Dolly Parton's legacy and celebrated new singers making their global debuts. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers reports.
Charles Spencer on new book, Diana's death
Charles Spencer, the brother of Princess Diana, sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new book "Swan Song" about his sister's death and her legacy thereafter.