Japanese leader declares state of emergency as COVID-19 spreads
"We need your cooperation to prevent an explosive surge," Prime Minister Shinzo Abe told his nation, as the number of confirmed infections rises sharply.
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U.S. warns Americans to leave Japan as COVID-19 cases rise fast
Strongest message to date from U.S. Embassy comes as experts warn Japan could be heading for a surge in new coronavirus infections.
Tokyo Olympics postponed until 2021
IOC President Thomas Bach has agreed "100%" to a proposal of postponing the Tokyo Olympics for about one year until 2021, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said.
Japan-South Korea trade row threatens a vital security alliance
South Korea is bristling at Japan's decision to change their trade relationship and has nixed an intelligence sharing pact in response, just as the U.S. needs regional unity
Trump's trip to Japan more ceremony than substance
Before leaving Japan, Mr. Trump spoke to about 1,000 sailors on the USS Wasp
Trump unfazed by N. Korea missile tests, disagreeing with his advisers
The president also said he agrees with Kim Jong Un on Vice President Joe Biden
Trump says U.S. is not seeking regime change in Iran
President Trump continues his 4-day state visit to Japan, discussing issues including North Korea, trade and Tehran with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
Trump is first world leader to meet Japan's new emperor
The president will also be the guest of honor at an imperial banquet at the palace hosted by the emperor
Trump awards special trophy at prestigious sumo event in Japan
Shoes aren't permitted in the sumo ring, but Mr. Trump wore dark-colored slippers
Trump leaves for Tokyo, orders more troops to Mideast
He's sparring with the House speaker and ordering more troops to the Middle East
Trump meets with Japan's Shinzo Abe at White House
President Trump is meeting with the Japanese prime minister Friday afternoon as Mr. Trump looks for a trade deal
Pompeo addresses Davos leaders, minus Trump
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo addressed world leaders attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland via video conference. He stayed in Washington as the partial government shutdown drags on but he emphasized that the U.S. is not isolated on the global stage. CBS News State Department reporter Christina Ruffini has the latest.
Thousands remain without water and power following deadly flooding in Japan
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe canceled planned trips in order to oversee the emergency response
Why Trump threw Starbursts on table at G7
In this excerpt of his conversation on "CBS This Morning," Eurasia Group president and CBS News senior global affairs contributor Ian Bremmer discusses the iconic picture of German Chancellor Angela Merkel and other G7 leaders surrounding President Trump, who is sitting with his arms crossed.
Trump, Abe meet before N. Korea summit
Ahead of the G-7 meeting in Canada, President Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe met Thursday at the White House. CBS News correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN with more.
Trump "prepared to walk away" from NK summit
President Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe made a joint appearance at the White House ahead of next week's North Korean summit. Mr. Trump said he was "totally prepared to walk away" from the summit. If the summit goes well, the president said he may invite North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to the U.S. Jeff Glor anchors a CBS News Special Report from New York.
Trump says he would invite Kim Jong Un to U.S. if negotiations go well
President Trump said he would expect to normalize relations with North Korea, should the regime follow through
Family of Japanese abductee to Trump: You are our family’s last hope
Megumi Yokota was the youngest of at least 13 Japanese citizens kidnapped and taken to North Korea in the 1970s and 1980s. Shinzo Abe will be raising the issue with Trump ahead of his upcoming summit with Kim Jong Un
Trump to meet with Japan's Abe ahead of "expected" Korea talks
According to a White House statement, the two leaders spoke over the phone on Monday and confirmed they would meet
Signal's hard numbers on global headlines
Most Iranians say their lives haven't improved since the nuclear deal was signed in 2015. Mayors in Mexico are 11 times more likely to be murdered than ordinary citizens. And Lebanon's prime minister loves selfies. CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer for GZERO Media, Willis Sparks, takes us through some hard numbers defining our world.
Trump says Mike Pompeo met with Kim Jong Un
At his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, President Trump is meeting for a second day with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe about challenges like North Korea. The talks come as Mr. Trump confirms the CIA director met secretly with North Korea's dictator. Major Garrett reports.
Trump says there's a "little bit of a revolution going on in California"
The president also said human trafficking is "worse than it’s ever been in the history of the world"
Trade issues expose the limits of the Trump-Abe "bromance"
When pressed on economic disagreements, Abe repeatedly consulted notes as he tried to sidestep questions on the contentious issues
North Korea summit
President Trump confirmed Wednesday that CIA director and Secretary of State nominee Mike Pompeo with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un over Easter weekend. In a bilateral press conference with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, Mr. Trump discussed the goals of his possible upcoming meeting with Kim Jong Un. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to break down Pompeo's trip and what to expect out of a possible summit.
Kim Jong Un meeting
At a news conference Wednesday, President Trump said he would be meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un within weeks. The news conference comes after Mr. Trump said CIA director Mike Pompeo had secretly met with Kim Jong Un. Bloomberg's chief Washington correspondent Kevin Cirilli joins CBSN to discuss what a potential meeting could mean.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
"I don't think I fully just appreciated what it would actually be like when the progress was as fast as it was," Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News.
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Iranian vessel in Hormuz hit, while Houthis expand control of shipping lane
The Iran-backed Houthis expanded their control over the strategy Bab-el-Mandeb strait, as strikes continued in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump says he would "love" a unified Ireland as he kicks off visit
President Trump's visit to Ireland mixes official talks with Irish leaders and attendance at the Irish Open at a golf course that the president owns.
Former Army secretary praises Ukraine in 1st public appearance since resigning
During his 18 months as Army secretary, Dan Driscoll pushed the U.S. military to apply lessons from the war in Ukraine.
Celine Dion overcomes rare neurological disorder to perform first concert in 6 years
Celine Dion's return to the stage underscored a remarkable comeback after stiff-person syndrome, an incurable condition that causes stiffness and cramps, forced her to cancel shows and cast years of uncertainty over whether she would ever perform again.
El Niño creates record-low Atlantic hurricane season
An El Niño pattern occurs every two to seven years.
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An exclusive look aboard the USS George Washington in its role in the Iran war
The USS George Washington, with its approximately 5,000 personnel, fighter jets and munitions, is the backbone of the U.S. military's tactical operation in the Iran war.
Elena Rybakina bests defending champion Aryna Sabalenka to win her first U.S. Open
Aryna Sabalenka, the two-time defending U.S. Open champion, was dethroned Saturday, losing to Elena Rybakina in three sets.
President Trump's childhood home sells after renovation
The president lived at the Tudor-style Queens estate until age 4.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Deputies respond to trespasser at Malibu home of Kamala Harris
A trespasser was reported at former Vice President Kamala Harris' Malibu, California, home.
Elena Rybakina bests defending champion Aryna Sabalenka to win her first U.S. Open
Aryna Sabalenka, the two-time defending U.S. Open champion, was dethroned Saturday, losing to Elena Rybakina in three sets.
U.S. women beat Spain 76-66 to reach the FIBA World Cup final against France
Breanna Stewart scored 16 points and Kahleah Copper added 13 to help the U.S. beat Spain 76-66, advancing to the championship game of the women's FIBA World Cup.
Former Army secretary praises Ukraine in 1st public appearance since resigning
During his 18 months as Army secretary, Dan Driscoll pushed the U.S. military to apply lessons from the war in Ukraine.
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Trump admin. to send $500 checks to nearly 1 million ACA enrollees
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
See how your income tax bracket could change for 2027
The adjustment could provide financial relief for taxpayers who find that more of their income is taxed at lower rates, a Bloomberg analysis suggests.
How lower-paid workers are getting their biggest pay raise in years
Some workers are seeing stronger wage growth by switching jobs, while others are "job-hugging" because of AI, research shows.
Fed rate hike likelihood jumps to nearly 90% after hotter CPI report
Investors believe the Fed will raise borrowing costs as it works to tame inflation, which has risen a full percentage point since the Iran war started.
Record-setting cyclospora outbreak is over, U.S. health officials say
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there is no longer a risk of people getting sick with cyclosporiasis from this outbreak and is confident that all related iceberg lettuce is off the market.
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Deputies respond to trespasser at Malibu home of Kamala Harris
A trespasser was reported at former Vice President Kamala Harris' Malibu, California, home.
Former Army secretary praises Ukraine in 1st public appearance since resigning
During his 18 months as Army secretary, Dan Driscoll pushed the U.S. military to apply lessons from the war in Ukraine.
President Trump's childhood home sells after renovation
The president lived at the Tudor-style Queens estate until age 4.
Trump says he would "love" a unified Ireland as he kicks off visit
President Trump's visit to Ireland mixes official talks with Irish leaders and attendance at the Irish Open at a golf course that the president owns.
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An exclusive look aboard the USS George Washington in its role in the Iran war
The USS George Washington, with its approximately 5,000 personnel, fighter jets and munitions, is the backbone of the U.S. military's tactical operation in the Iran war.
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Strange symptom and a "weird" referral led to surprise Stage 4 cancer diagnosis
Kate Ping thought she was just stressed out. A nurse practitioner's surprising recommendation led to a shocking diagnosis.
Trump admin. to send $500 checks to nearly 1 million ACA enrollees
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Record-setting cyclospora outbreak is over, U.S. health officials say
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there is no longer a risk of people getting sick with cyclosporiasis from this outbreak and is confident that all related iceberg lettuce is off the market.
Coroner releases details on 2 infant deaths in Pennsylvania measles outbreak
Neither infant was old enough to be vaccinated. The first dose of the measles vaccine is typically given at around 1 year of age.
How donating blood could reveal clues about your own health
Amid a national blood supply crisis, Dr. Courtney Lawrence sat down with Norah O'Donnell to talk about donating blood, health myths and more.
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Search underway for 140 people after Indonesian passenger ship overturns
Indonesian rescuers launched a search operation after authorities lost contact with a passenger ship carrying more than 240 people in the Java Sea.
Celine Dion overcomes rare neurological disorder to perform first concert in 6 years
Celine Dion's return to the stage underscored a remarkable comeback after stiff-person syndrome, an incurable condition that causes stiffness and cramps, forced her to cancel shows and cast years of uncertainty over whether she would ever perform again.
Putin warns Europe against sending troops to Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that sending European troops into Ukraine would amount to direct conflict with Russia.
Former Army secretary praises Ukraine in 1st public appearance since resigning
During his 18 months as Army secretary, Dan Driscoll pushed the U.S. military to apply lessons from the war in Ukraine.
Train derailment in France injures 44, police suspect sabotage
The regional train was carrying 186 passengers from Rouen to Caen when it derailed Friday evening in Cleon.
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Celine Dion overcomes rare neurological disorder to perform first concert in 6 years
Celine Dion's return to the stage underscored a remarkable comeback after stiff-person syndrome, an incurable condition that causes stiffness and cramps, forced her to cancel shows and cast years of uncertainty over whether she would ever perform again.
9/12: Saturday Morning
President Trump's trip to Ireland, the artist who sketched Ground Zero, a travel expert's top honeymoon destinations and much more.
Jason Scott & The High Heat play "Fast As I Can Crawl"
Hailing from Oklahoma City, roots-driven country band Jason Scott & The High Heat is on the rise. Headliner Jason Scott spent years training as a preacher until he experienced a crisis of faith, an experience that shaped his songwriting. The band's upcoming album "Playboy" captures their electrifying sound. Here's Jason Scott & The High Heat with "Fast As I Can Crawl."
Jason Scott & The High Heat play "When Love Tries To Hurt You"
Hailing from Oklahoma City, roots-driven country band Jason Scott & The High Heat is on the rise. Headliner Jason Scott spent years training as a preacher until he experienced a crisis of faith, an experience that shaped his songwriting. The band's upcoming album "Playboy" captures their electrifying sound. Here's Jason Scott & The High Heat with "When Love Tries To Hurt You."
Jason Scott & The High Heat play "Too Good, Too Bad"
Hailing from Oklahoma City, roots-driven country band Jason Scott & The High Heat is on the rise. Headliner Jason Scott spent years training as a preacher until he experienced a crisis of faith, an experience that shaped his songwriting. The band's upcoming album "Playboy" captures their electrifying sound. Here's Jason Scott & The High Heat with "Too Good, Too Bad."
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The biggest real-world risks of AI
A number of tech insiders have voiced concerns and given dire warnings in recent days about the rapid growth of AI. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent and Maya Blackstone have more.
Are bioweapons a looming AI threat?
Some tech insiders are sounding the alarm on the dangers of artificial intelligence, which could be used to disable critical infrastructure or create biological weapons. Dr. Céline Gounder weighs in.
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 could "kill us all," researcher says
Two tech insiders are sounding the alarm on artificial intelligence. Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon warns that AI could "kill us all," and now former Google DeepMind researcher Alex Turner warns that society is "just not prepared."
Ex-Anthropic researcher warns AI could grow "smart enough to kill us"
The development of AI "doesn't look that different from say, 'Terminator,' or from science fiction films," Jacob Coxon said.
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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.
First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
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Lindsay Clancy juror speaks out
Paula Devlin, a juror in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, sat down with Shanelle Kaul to share her experience with the high-profile case and tense deliberations that ultimately ended in a mistrial.
Man arrested in death of Tasia Fortune, woman found hanging from tree
Mississippi police have arrested a man in the death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman found hanging from a tree last month.
State of al‑Qaeda 25 years after 9/11 attacks
25 years after 9/11, we rarely hear about the state of the organization responsible for the attacks. The Atlantic recently put out a piece on al-Qaeda that says in part, "analysts can't decide if the terrorist organization is all but defunct or more threatening than ever." The article's author, Graeme Wood, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
New terror threats against U.S. post 9/11
The FBI is warning of potential attacks on 9/11 remembrance ceremonies as terrorist groups call for new strikes on U.S. soil. Anna Schecter has more.
Suspects in $6 million romance scam targeting women extradited to U.S.
The men, who were arrested in the South African city of Cape Town in 2021, are set to be handed over to officials from the FBI.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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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Anthropic CEO calls for third-party AI checks
In an interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei encouraged the artificial intelligence industry to come together in the pursuit of safeguards. Watch the interview on "CBS Sunday Morning" on Sept. 13.
Anthropic CEO on the speed of AI development
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News that he didn't fully anticipate the effects of rapid artificial intelligence development, while also encouraging the public not to panic. Watch the interview on "CBS Sunday Morning" on Sept. 13.
Photographer remembers capturing 9/11
A photographer who documented the horror of 9/11 reflects on how he captured a defining image of the tragedy and the significance of the photo 25 years later. Bradley Blackburn reports.
How the 9/11 Memorial marks victims' birthdays
As the nation marks 25 years since the 9/11 terror attacks, Jarred Hill takes a look at how the memorial in New York honors the lives of those who died year round through the birthday flowers program.
Millennials might be bringing back the minivan
SUVs have long dominated the family car market -- but an old-school favorite is pulling back into the picture. Minivans are seeing a huge sales surge as a new generation is giving the family hauler another look. Evyn Moon explains what's driving the comeback.