Blinken warns of "massive consequences" for Russia if Putin invades Ukraine
Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the U.S. has made "clear that there would be massive consequences for renewed Russian aggression" against Ukraine.
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Russia ups military presence at Ukraine border
Ukraine is bracing for a possible invasion from Russia, which continues to expand its military presence on Ukraine’s northern border. While talks between the U.S. and Russia have stalled, the U.S. vowed to respond “swiftly and severely” with sanctions should Russia launch an attack. Holly Williams reports.
Can talks in Eastern Europe ease tension
The first shipment of security assistance from the U.S. has arrived in Ukraine. It includes nearly 200,000 pounds of military equipment and ammunition for frontline defenders. This comes after the U.S. and Russia's top diplomats met in Geneva to deescalate tensions. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has the latest. Then, retired CIA chief of Russian operations Steve Hall explains the impact of security assistance.
Baltic nations to send missiles to Ukraine with U.S. support
Washington says it fully endorses the move amid Kyiv's escalating tensions with Russia.
U.S. and Russia agree to keep talking
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Geneva, Switzerland, on Friday. Blinken told Lavrov the U.S. would give Russia written responses to Moscow's proposals next week. It offers some hope that an invasion of Ukraine is delayed. Christina Ruffini is in Geneva with the latest.
Biden addresses U.S. supply chain issues
President Biden announced a new semiconductor facility will be built in Ohio to help alleviate supply chain issues. Plus, the Biden administration is preparing for a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine. Reuters White House correspondent Jeff Mason joins CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the latest news.
U.S. and Russia hold talks over Ukraine crisis
With Russian President Vladimir Putin continuing to amass troops on the border, the U.S. and its allies are sending more weapons to Ukraine. Now, the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier and its strike group have moved into the region to participate in NATO maritime exercises. Holly Williams has the latest from Ukraine.
Former ambassador on tensions with Russia
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss concerns about a possible Russian military invasion of Ukraine. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports from Kyiv, Ukraine. Then former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor joins CBSN's Lana to discuss the likelihood of a Russian attack.
Blinken prepares for Russia talks on Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken will meet with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Geneva on Friday. Christina Ruffini looks ahead to the meeting, which is seen as one of the last chances for a diplomatic path to averting what U.S. officials fear is an imminent Russian attack on Ukraine.
U.S. trying to ease Russia-Ukraine tensions
The United States will give Russia written answers to security demands next week, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced after meeting in Geneva with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini explains what's next for Russia and the U.S.
Top officials meet amid tensions over Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken held talks with his Russian counterpart in Geneva on Friday in an effort to prevent a Russian military invasion of Ukraine. The discussions didn't end with any resolutions, but Blinken said he felt the meeting was productive. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports on the latest from Kyiv, Ukraine, and CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joined CBSN from Geneva to discuss the diplomatic talks.
Biden's chief of staff on potential Putin sanctions: "Nothing on the economic side is off the table"
Ron Klain says the decision on whether to personally sanction Putin would be made "at the appropriate time" by the president and national security officials.
U.S.-Russia talks appear to keep threat of broader Ukraine war at bay
"We don't expect to resolve our differences here," Antony Blinken said before meeting his Russian counterpart, and they didn't. But they bought some more time.
Threat of Russian invasion of Ukraine
Nearly 100,000 Russian troops are positioned along its border with Ukraine. U.S. officials, including President Biden, continue to warn that a Russian invasion could be met with severe consequences. CBS News senior foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Biden's chief of staff on Russia-Ukraine tensions
President Biden's chief of staff Ron Klain told Norah O'Donnell that "nothing on the economic side is off the table" when asked if President Putin would be sanctioned if Russia invades Ukraine. Klain said the consequences against Russia will be "severe" if Ukraine is attacked. Watch the interview.
Biden clarifies stance on Russia-Ukraine tensions
Members of President Biden's administration spent Thursday trying to clarify comments Mr. Biden made about Russian aggression toward Ukraine at his news conference. Nancy Cordes has more.
U.S. increases pressure on Russia as tensions grow
Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned there would be a "swift, severe" response if Russia invades Ukraine. The U.S. has authorized its European allies to transfer U.S.-made arms to Ukraine. Holly Williams reports.
U.S., NATO to surge weaponry to Ukraine to help shore up defenses
An array of lethal and non-lethal weapons systems have been approved to give Ukraine the means to defend itself.
U.S. rushes weapons into Ukraine as Biden predicts a Russian invasion
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is trying to keep NATO allies on the "same page" after Mr. Biden said it was his "guess" that Putin would order forces to "move in" to Ukraine.
Biden predicts Russian invasion of Ukraine
President Joe Biden is warning Russia of a swift response should the Kremlin invade neighboring Ukraine. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini is in Geneva, where Secretary of State Antony Blinken is holding talks on the issue, and she joins CBSN to discuss where things stand.
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Biden addresses his first year of presidency; Theodore Roosevelt statue removed from NYC museum
Biden marks first year in office as agenda stalls
In a lengthy news conference, President Biden assured Americans that the country would not be returning to lockdowns as the Omicron variant spreads. He also warned Russia against invading Ukraine. Nancy Cordes has the details.
U.S. says Russia may attack Ukraine on short notice
Russian troops arrived in Belarus for war games, raising concerns in the U.S. that Ukraine's neighbor may help Russian President Vladimir Putin attack. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Russia could attack with "very short notice." Margaret Brennan reports.
Blinken meets with Ukraine President Zelensky
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday to discuss the escalating tensions with Russia. Timothy Frye, the Marshall D. Shulman professor of post-Soviet foreign policy at Columbia University and author of "Weak Strongman: The Limits of Power in Putin's Russia," Timothy Frye explains what the U.S. is promising Ukraine.
U.S. boosts Ukraine aid by $200M, urges Russia to choose "peaceful path"
The U.S. Secretary of State says Russia is poised "to take further aggressive action against Ukraine" but hopes Putin will choose diplomacy.
North Korea launches missiles as Trump seeks to rekindle nuclear talks
Hours after the president said he expects to hold new talks with Kim Jong Un, South Korea and Japan said several short-range missiles were launched by the North.
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Iran dismisses Trump's "economic D-Day" threat as more "failed policies"
Iran has shrugged off President Trump's threat to hit the Islamic Republic with an "economic D-Day" as a "doubling down on failed policies."
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He spied for the U.S. in the war on terror. Now ICE wants to deport him.
The Trump administration is trying to deport a self-described CIA spy who won permission to live in the U.S. by helping convict terrorists.
AI apps that can digitally undress any photo pose back-to-school risk
Think that back-to-school photo is safe to post online? Bad actors could use AI "nudify" apps to make it X-rated.
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Tulsi Gabbard shares story of husband's cancer diagnosis: "It was tough"
In a new video shared first with CBS News, Tulsi Gabbard said doctors discovered the cancer, a sacral chordoma, a rare tumor, after her husband, Abraham Williams, experienced back pain.
U.S. designates American citizen held by China as wrongfully detained
Min Zin is the second American academic to be designated as wrongfully detained in recent months.
Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to U.K.
The couple said in January 2020 that they would be stepping away from "senior" royal roles and were working to become financially independent from the royal family.
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Pentagon officials considering firing Stars and Stripes publisher, sources say
Max Lederer, who has served as the publisher of Stars and Stripes for 19 years, this week announced to colleagues his decision to retire on Sept. 30, citing fundamental differences with the Trump administration.
How Moderna's melanoma mRNA vaccine could fight deadliest skin cancer
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
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DNC narrows 2028 convention finalists to Boston, Denver and Philadelphia
The Democratic National Committee is on the hunt for the best host city for the 2028 Democratic convention.
Member of online extremist network "764" gets record 77 years in prison
A member of the online extremist network "764," which targets children and minors online, received a record 77-year federal prison sentence on Wednesday.
U.S. designates American citizen held by China as wrongfully detained
Min Zin is the second American academic to be designated as wrongfully detained in recent months.
AI apps that can digitally undress any photo pose back-to-school risk
Think that back-to-school photo is safe to post online? Bad actors could use AI "nudify" apps to make it X-rated.
Pilot killed as plane collides with police helicopter at airport, officials say
One person was killed and two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were injured when a small plane collided with a state police helicopter on the ground in central Pennsylvania, authorities said.
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AI apps that can digitally undress any photo pose back-to-school risk
Think that back-to-school photo is safe to post online? Bad actors could use AI "nudify" apps to make it X-rated.
Publix frozen blueberry recall upgraded to highest health risk level
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years
Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.
Women lag in high-paying AI jobs boom, LinkedIn study finds
AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.
Bond market sell-off threatens to drive up loan costs
The yield on the 30-year Treasury this week hit its highest level since 2007, a rise that could put upward pressure on borrowing costs.
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DNC narrows 2028 convention finalists to Boston, Denver and Philadelphia
The Democratic National Committee is on the hunt for the best host city for the 2028 Democratic convention.
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Tulsi Gabbard shares story of husband's cancer diagnosis: "It was tough"
In a new video shared first with CBS News, Tulsi Gabbard said doctors discovered the cancer, a sacral chordoma, a rare tumor, after her husband, Abraham Williams, experienced back pain.
U.S. designates American citizen held by China as wrongfully detained
Min Zin is the second American academic to be designated as wrongfully detained in recent months.
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Iran dismisses Trump's "economic D-Day" threat as more "failed policies"
Iran has shrugged off President Trump's threat to hit the Islamic Republic with an "economic D-Day" as a "doubling down on failed policies."
ICE, Iran quietly worked together on deporting Iranians to Iran, emails show
U.S. immigration officials worked with Iran to deport more than 100 Iranians to Iran in 2025, newly released emails show, revealing a working relationship between them despite tensions mounting at the time.
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How Moderna's melanoma mRNA vaccine could fight deadliest skin cancer
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
Melanoma vaccine shows promising results
An experimental melanoma vaccine could reduce the risk of the cancer returning or spreading for some high-risk patients. It's personalized for each patient and optimized using artificial intelligence. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
Publix frozen blueberry recall upgraded to highest health risk level
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment"
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
She's lived through unimaginable grief. Her advice: "Reach for the joy."
Author and grief coach Kate Doerge joined Norah O'Donnell for a candid talk about coping with grief.
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Fishermen missing for 5 days found alive floating on cooler in Pacific
A video shared by Mexican officials shows the fishermen inside a blue cooler as the container bobs on ocean waves.
American student says she was raped in Vietnam, pressured to drop case
An American student says she was raped during a group holiday in Vietnam, then pressured to drop the case against a wealthy suspect.
Famed century-old ship "Sava's Titanic" emerges amid drought in Europe
The boat was carrying wounded fighters when it hit a German mine in late April 1945, experts say.
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Iran dismisses Trump's "economic D-Day" threat as more "failed policies"
Iran has shrugged off President Trump's threat to hit the Islamic Republic with an "economic D-Day" as a "doubling down on failed policies."
North Korea launches missiles as Trump seeks to rekindle nuclear talks
Hours after Trump said he expects to hold new talks with Kim Jong Un, South Korea and Japan said several short-range missiles were launched by the North.
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"Recess Therapy" host on embracing kid behavior
Julian Shapiro-Barnum is known for his conversations with kids on his series "Recess Therapy." He tells "CBS Mornings" why he thinks adults need to act more childish and embrace some behaviors of children.
Isla Fisher talks "Spa Weekend"
Isla Fisher gives an inside look at the new film, "Spa Weekend," how it highlights the importance of female friendships and how the star-studded cast connected.
Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at age 77
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Panettiere was with on-and-off boyfriend when she died, police report says
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Madonna leads 2026 MTV VMAs with 11 nominations
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
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AI "nudify" apps pose risk to students
Students nationwide are grappling with a new reality -- AI-generated pornography, sometimes featuring themselves or someone they know. CBS News found more than a dozen AI "nudify" apps easily accessible in app stores, some without age restrictions. Jo Ling Kent has more.
AI apps that can digitally undress any photo pose back-to-school risk
Think that back-to-school photo is safe to post online? Bad actors could use AI "nudify" apps to make it X-rated.
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.
AI companies buying up books: 404 Media
Some used and independent bookstores have reported unexpectedly large book orders and suspect that the books are being scanned to train AI models and then destroyed. As part of a new investigative report, 404 Media put a tracking device in a book to see where it'd end up. Emanuel Maiberg, a journalist and co-founder at 404 Media, joins CBS News to discuss.
Former Meta engineer testifies in fed trial
Wendy Sheehan Donnell, editor-in-chief of PCMag, joins CBS News to discuss the latest in the tech world as a former Meta engineer takes the stand in the company's landmark federal trial for allegedly causing children to become addicted to its products.
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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AI "nudify" apps pose risk to students
Students nationwide are grappling with a new reality -- AI-generated pornography, sometimes featuring themselves or someone they know. CBS News found more than a dozen AI "nudify" apps easily accessible in app stores, some without age restrictions. Jo Ling Kent has more.
Member of online extremist network "764" gets record 77 years in prison
A member of the online extremist network "764," which targets children and minors online, received a record 77-year federal prison sentence on Wednesday.
Psychologist takes the stand in Clancy trial
A psychologist who saw Lindsay Clancy took the stand in her Massachusetts murder trial, providing a vital take on her condition after she allegedly killed her three children. CBS News' Rebba Roiphe has more.
American student says she was raped in Vietnam, pressured to drop case
An American student says she was raped during a group holiday in Vietnam, then pressured to drop the case against a wealthy suspect.
Woman missing after husband found dead
Police in Massachusetts are looking for Karen Solomon, a woman whose husband was found dead at their home. Police have said she is "presumed to be armed and dangerous." CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more.
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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.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
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AI "nudify" apps pose risk to students
Students nationwide are grappling with a new reality -- AI-generated pornography, sometimes featuring themselves or someone they know. CBS News found more than a dozen AI "nudify" apps easily accessible in app stores, some without age restrictions. Jo Ling Kent has more.
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National Military Monument honors veterans
For America's 250th birthday, USAA unveiled The National Military Monument in Washington, D.C., a living tribute to the more than 41 million veterans who have served the U.S. USAA Senior Vice President Rob Braggs shares that the monument will stay open through Nov. 12. Visit usaa.com/monument250 for more information. (Sponsored by USAA)
Doctor explains promising melanoma vaccine
Drug manufacturers Moderna and Merck say a personalized mRNA cancer vaccine plus a drug called Keytruda reduced the return and spread of melanoma in high-risk patients. Dr. Jon LaPook and trial researcher Dr. Janice Mehnert have more information.
Saudi Arabia's investment public fund shrinks
Saudi Arabia's public investment fund assets shrank by $10 billion, a concerning data point in the U.S. Kelsey Warmer, a reporter for Semafor Gulf, joins with more details.
Flooding debris in Indiana, more rainfall
Flooding conditions continue to batter parts of Indiana that keep taking on rain. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.