U.S. weighing Russian response on Syria flight safety
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Iran loses top commander helping Assad in Syria
Senior commander of elite Quds Force killed on battlefield as France blasts Russia for avoiding ISIS with most airstrikes
Several Russian cruise missiles landed in Iran, U.S. officials say
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U.S. intelligence didn't see ISIS coming
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Russia tipping the balance for Assad in Syria war?
After more than 4 years of stalemate and 250,000 deaths, dictator who Obama said must go could be gaining the upper hand
Russia launches more strikes in Syria
Russia says it is targeting ISIS and al Qaeda-linked fighters; but the U.S. says American-backed rebels are also taking a hit.
Sec. of Defense: U.S. not cooperating with Russia against ISIS
Defense Secretary Ash Carter says U.S.-led coalition will not agree to cooperate with Russia as long as Moscow continues to strike other targets
U.S. warplane rerouted over Syria to avoid Russians, Pentagon says
Syrian airspace increasingly crowded, with both U.S. and Russia launching airstrikes in Syria -- but backing different sides in the country's civil war
Putin plays with NHL stars, gets trophy for birthday
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With escalating Russian bombings, Assad's troops attack
U.S. continues to accuse Moscow of neglecting ISIS to target moderate rebels, who claim they're now fighting Russian and Iranian troops
Syria launches assault on rebels, Russia raises stakes
After a week of airstrikes Moscow says it's targeting ISIS from the sea, but so far Assad and his closest ally appeared focused on other groups
U.S. and Russia remain at odds in skies over Syria
Russia said its fighter jets targeted several ISIS positions on Tuesday; but some locations are not in an area controlled by terror group
Russia agrees to further talks on Syria operations, U.S. says
With Russia aggressively joining the crowded military airspace over Syria, U.S. concerns about "irresponsible behavior" increase
Turkey reports 2nd day of harassment by Russian military
Turkish F-16s patrolling Syria border targeted by both MIG-29 plane as well as surface-to-air missile systems based in Syria
Russian "volunteers" likely to fight with Assad's troops
As tension soars in wake of what NATO calls Moscow's "irresponsible" actions, Russian pol says ex-troops will "probably" join war
Russia invading Turkish airspace no "accident": U.S. official
Turkey scrambled F-16s after a Russian warplane entered its borders; Russia claims it was "by mistake," amid concerns about their intentions in Syria
Obama faces growing support for no-fly zone in Syria
With Democrats and Republicans pushing for this tactic, Obama is increasingly alone in his reluctance
Russia's airstrikes in Syria are playing well at home
Intervention in Syria has been serving President Putin's goals, but analysts say, the potential dangers lie down the road
Assad: I would leave office if it would help
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Russian warplanes bomb ISIS targets, activists say
Syrian anti-government activists say Russia carried out a third day of airstrikes Friday, possibly hitting ISIS for first time
Will Russian airstrikes in Syria change U.S. policy?
Putin has stepped up Russian support to prop up Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, while Obama would like to see him taken down
U.S. complains to Russia about Syria airstrikes
Pentagon officials say Russian airstrikes are hitting places where few, if any, ISIS fighters are operating
Netanyahu criticizes Iran nuclear deal at U.N. summit
Israeli Prime Minister says the deal allows Iran to spread radicalism in the Middle East, will let Iran get closer to making nuclear weapons
Russia accused of bombing U.S.-armed rebels
Syrian activists say 2 days of Russian airstrikes have hit opposition forces armed and trained by CIA
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Trump says U.S. has "total control" over Strait of Hormuz
President Trump said Wednesday that the U.S. has "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz, writing on social media: "I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT."
David Crowley beats progressive Francesca Hong in Wisconsin gubernatorial primary
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White House asked DOJ about new Reflecting Pool case against David Hearn
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Eli Lilly takes aim at illicit market for its experimental weight-loss drug
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Rubio, Bessent took decoy Air Force One, Hegseth flew on secret flight with Trump
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Hospitals push for upfront payments as healthcare costs rise
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Los Angeles Lakers to be sold to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner for $12.5 billion
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Norah O'Donnell: What I learned from my doctor about menopause
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
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Top Trump officials heading to Iowa to help GOP campaigns, sources say
The upcoming Iowa State Fair is a pivotal window of opportunity for candidates on the campaign trail.
NYC Council probes prediction markets over advertising practices
New York City lawmakers allege that four major prediction markets engage in deceptive marketing practices and target young adults.
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NYC Council probes prediction markets over advertising practices
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CPI report shows inflation eased in July to a 3.4% annual pace
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Eli Lilly takes aim at illicit market for its experimental weight-loss drug
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Top Trump officials heading to Iowa to help GOP campaigns, sources say
The upcoming Iowa State Fair is a pivotal window of opportunity for candidates on the campaign trail.
Rubio, Bessent took decoy Air Force One, Hegseth flew on secret flight with Trump
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent were on the decoy flight last month when President Trump secretly switched to a different plane while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was with Mr. Trump.
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Trump says U.S. has "total control" over Strait of Hormuz
President Trump said Wednesday that the U.S. has "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz, writing on social media: "I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT."
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Hospitals push for upfront payments as healthcare costs rise
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Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care
Medicaid said it won't pay for gender-affirming surgeries or hormones for transgender minors.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
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At least 1 dead, 172 rescued from ferry fire near Bali, Indonesia
One Indonesian teenager was killed when the vessel caught fire in rough seas.
Cartel sought to buy weapons in exchange for fentanyl, U.S. says
"In exchange for the weapons, the defendants paid in the form of fentanyl and methamphetamine imported into the United States for distribution," the Justice Department said.
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Trump says U.S. has "total control" over Strait of Hormuz
President Trump said Wednesday that the U.S. has "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz, writing on social media: "I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT."
Baby rescued from earthquake rubble in Colombia as death toll rises
Footage shared on social media shows a baby being rescued from the bloody arms of a man trapped underneath a destroyed building in Cali after a powerful earthquake struck Colombia.
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Becky G on her friendship with Karol G
Singer Becky G speaks with Gayle King about her tour with Karol G and the bond the two pop stars have formed. "We have a beautiful friendship," Becky G says, "one I'm really, really thankful for and one that I think throughout the years we've really earned with one another."
Behind the scenes of the movie "Tony"
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Spotify to label music from "AI personas"
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Duffy on new tech for air travel safety
Top transportation officials were at Newark Airport on Tuesday for the installation of a new radar system designed to help controllers prevent runway incidents. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave spoke with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy about the new technology.
Wall Street targets $500B for AI
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Are humanoid robots ready to scrub your kitchen? Not quite.
Startup companies are now starting to test their humanoid robots for home use, but experts said wider adoption will take years.
Zuckerberg wants open source AI
Facebook co-founder and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg argues that artificial intelligence should be open source to improve accessibility. CNET reporter Katelyn Chedraoui has more on what the philosophy of open source technology means in the AI era.
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Total solar eclipse in Europe
A small part of the U.S. will be able to see a sliver of partial solar eclipse, but the path of totality will cut through Europe. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano has more from Mallorca, Spain.
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
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Cartel sought to buy weapons in exchange for fentanyl, U.S. says
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