Nike "deeply concerned" by "disturbing" Ronaldo rape claims
Sportswear giant's longtime endorsement deal with soccer superstar stretches back 15 years
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Ronaldo accuser had suicidal thoughts after alleged rape, lawyer says
Kathryn Mayorga wants an eight-year-old legal settlement thrown out because psychological injuries made her incompetent to agree to it
Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo sued, accused of rape
Las Vegas police said they have reopened a sexual assault case from 2009 brought by the woman named in the lawsuit
Can playing sports extend your life?
A recent study by the Mayo Clinic has shown people who play sports like tennis, badminton and soccer tended to live longer. Tom Holland, founder and CEO of TeamHolland, joins CBSN to discuss.
Trump talks World Cup bid with FIFA president
President Trump met with new FIFA president Gianni Infantino at the White House on Tuesday. The president said the 2026 World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the U.S., Mexico and Canada, will be a "very important and special" event.
Trump talks 2026 World Cup with FIFA's Gianni Infantino
FIFA's Infantino arrived to the White House after a successful North America bid for the 2026 World Cup games
Soccer club draws fire for seating women's team in coach while men fly upfront
One fan account pointed out the disparity between the official photo and the real travel accommodations after seeing the women's view on some players' social media accounts
Star player quits German national team over alleged racism
The debate over ethnicity vs. nationality just bled over onto the sports field and it cost Germany one of its star players
Boy rescued from Thai cave speak
A group of boys rescued from a Thai cave are now sharing their experience. That includes Adul Sam-On, who played the role of interpreter for the British divers who found them. CBS News correspondent Anna Werner reports.
World Cup protesters learn their fate in Russian court
The protesters, members of the Pussy Riot punk collective, ran onto the pitch at Luzhniki Stadium
Obama on embracing our common humanity
During a speech honoring Nelson Mandela, former President Barack Obama spoke about looking past race to embrace our common humanity. "Just ask the French football team," he said. "Not all of those folks looked like Gauls to me. But they're French!"
Bill Reiter of CBS Sports HQ on World Cup
Bill Reiter, host of "Reiter's Block" on CBS Sports HQ, joins CBSN to discuss France's World Cup victory, the future of U.S. men's soccer, and Jordan Spieth and Tiger Woods' chances in golf's Open Championship in Scotland later this week.
Pussy Riot charged after on-field protest delays World Cup
The group said the police uniforms symbolized how Russian police's actions fall short of their "heavenly" depiction in literature and called for reforms
Soccer finally scores in the U.S.
The rise in the sport's popularity among American fans has run parallel to the rise of a new medium: the internet
Belgium defeats England 2-0 for third place at World Cup
France and Croatia will play in the final on Sunday at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow
England fans got World Cup victory tattoos before loss
After Wednesday’s crushing loss to Croatia, reality hit home for some England fans who prematurely declared victory in ink
Croatia defeats England in extra time 2-1
England's World Cup dreams were dashed Wednesday when they lost to Croatia 2-1 in extra time. England will face Belgium on Saturday for third place while Croatia will take on France in the final on Sunday. BBC Sport correspondent Olly Foster recaps the dramatic match. "
Croatia meets France in WC final
The World Cup final is set: Underdog Croatia will look to win its first-ever title against France on Sunday
Fiat workers call strike over Cristiano Ronaldo
Parent company's $117 million purchase of soccer star isn't sitting well with automaker's Italian workers
World Cup 2018: Croatia advances to face France Sunday
France last won the title in 1998 when they beat Brazil 3-0 in a World Cup they hosted
Croatia sends England home to advance to first-ever World Cup final
Mario Mandzukic scored in the 109th minute to give the Croats a 2-1 victory over England on Wednesday
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Activists create "hidden" rainbow flag to get around Russia's ban
A group of Latin American activists decided to defy Russian anti-gay laws with a little help from their soccer jerseys
Ronaldo joins Juventus
Cristiano Ronaldo, who played on Real Madrid for the last nine years, leaves the club for Italy's Juventus.
Cristiano Ronaldo leaving Real Madrid to join Italian club Juventus
It's a huge move that modifies the landscape of European soccer
Fauci invokes 5th in hearing, citing Rand Paul's "unhinged obsession"
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
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Trump warns Iran is set to "get a beating" as 5-month war expands
The war in the Middle East is expanding, with Trump threatening Iran with "a beating" and the U.S. and Saudi Arabia jointly strike Iranian proxies in Iraq.
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How Trump drafted renovation plans for Dulles, a "terrible airport"
President Trump asked for 3D models of the renovation proposals as he personally tweaked ideas to overhaul Dulles International Airport that are scheduled to be unveiled on Wednesday.
Comey claims DOJ ordered illegal surveillance, seeks dismissal of "86 47" case
Former FBI Director James Comey filed new motions late Tuesday in his effort to toss out federal charges accusing him of threatening President Trump's by posting a photo of seashells arranged to form the numbers "86 47."
The Federal Reserve meets Wednesday. Could it raise interest rates?
The central bank is widely expected to stand pat on Wednesday, but persistent inflation concerns are reshaping expectations for the rest of 2026.
The gut's link to Parkinson's — and more takeaways from this week's "Healthful"
"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
Actor Jared Leto accused of criminal sexual conduct by 4 women
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
Singer-songwriter Glen Hansard killed in motorcycle crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Japan quake toll rises, people still missing in damaged mall and factory
The powerful earthquake that rocked southern Japan has killed at least 18 people and more remain missing in a damaged shopping mall and a paper factory.
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Schools are testing pepper-spraying drones to stop shooters
Schools in three states will be equipped with drones this coming academic year that aim to find and deter active shooters within seconds.
Maps show where heavy rainfall poses flood risks across Northeast
The storm system that brought dangerous tornadoes to the Midwest earlier this week has now moved into New England, threatening to cause flooding in multiple states.
The gut's link to Parkinson's — and more takeaways from this week's "Healthful"
"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
Fauci invokes 5th in hearing, citing Rand Paul's "unhinged obsession"
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Comey claims DOJ ordered illegal surveillance, seeks dismissal of "86 47" case
Former FBI Director James Comey filed new motions late Tuesday in his effort to toss out federal charges accusing him of threatening President Trump's by posting a photo of seashells arranged to form the numbers "86 47."
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Schools are testing pepper-spraying drones to stop shooters
Schools in three states will be equipped with drones this coming academic year that aim to find and deter active shooters within seconds.
U.S. bans humanoid robot imports, eyeing China and national security concerns
The Federal Communications Commission is banning imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, citing national security risks, in a move that targets China.
Canadian tourism slumped in the U.S. last year amid heightened tensions
Millions of Canadians shunned travel to the U.S. in 2025, opting to vacation at home or travel to other countries.
Americans face higher back-to-school costs. Here's what's pricier.
U.S. households will spend roughly $4,000 per student on school supplies and lunches this year, a new analysis found.
Johnson & Johnson offers $5.5 billion to settle talc lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson has offered $5.5 billion to settle tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming its baby powder and other talcum powder products caused ovarian cancer, the company says.
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Fauci invokes 5th in hearing, citing Rand Paul's "unhinged obsession"
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Grants halted at agency devoted to safety of U.S. healthcare
Congress appropriated $345 million for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality for the 2026 fiscal year, but the agency has spent less than $15 million on grants.
Comey claims DOJ ordered illegal surveillance, seeks dismissal of "86 47" case
Former FBI Director James Comey filed new motions late Tuesday in his effort to toss out federal charges accusing him of threatening President Trump's by posting a photo of seashells arranged to form the numbers "86 47."
U.S. and Saudi Arabia strike "Iran-aligned terrorists" in Iraq
The U.S. and Saudi militaries announced airstrikes late Tuesday on Iranian-backed groups in Iraq, after Iran and its proxies allegedly targeted American forces.
Trump policy clears way for civil commitment of homeless in some states
In the year since President Trump signed an executive order aimed at moving homeless people off the streets, states have expanded involuntary treatment for the homeless.
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The gut's link to Parkinson's — and more takeaways from this week's "Healthful"
"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
Grants halted at agency devoted to safety of U.S. healthcare
Congress appropriated $345 million for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality for the 2026 fiscal year, but the agency has spent less than $15 million on grants.
What is postpartum psychosis, the disorder at the center of Lindsay Clancy's trial?
A key question in the Massachusetts murder trial of Lindsay Clancy is whether postpartum psychosis drove her to kill her three children.
William Shatner and daughter Melanie recall fighting Stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought Stage 4 cancer side by side.
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
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Teen hitman guilty of U.K. murder plot for Swedish crime group with Iran links
A 19-year-old Norwegian hitman was found guilty of an assassination plot after sending selfies with weapons to his girlfriend and friends.
2 firefighters die in Greece as others fight massive blaze in France
Two firefighters died in a blaze on the Greek island of Crete Wednesday while crews in France confronted a wildfire four times the size of Paris, officials said.
2025 was deadliest year for antisemitic attacks in 30 years, study says
Last year, 20 people were killed in antisemitic attacks outside of Israel, making it the deadliest year for such incidents since 1994.
Singer-songwriter Glen Hansard killed in motorcycle crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Actor Jared Leto accused of criminal sexual conduct by 4 women
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
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Singer-songwriter Glen Hansard killed in motorcycle crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Actor Jared Leto accused of criminal sexual conduct by 4 women
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
William Shatner and daughter Melanie recall fighting Stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought Stage 4 cancer side by side.
William Shatner, daughter on cancer journeys
Legendary actor William Shatner and his daughter Melanie Shatner Gretsch are opening up about their battles with Stage 4 cancer nearly at the same time as each other. Both are now cancer-free and share how they helped each other through the challenging time.
"The Odyssey" movie sparking interest in book
Moviegoers are turning out in droves for the IMAX spectacle "The Odyssey," but they're also flocking to something else: the 2,700-year-old source material. Matt Gutman has more.
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Schools are testing pepper-spraying drones to stop shooters
Schools in three states will be equipped with drones this coming academic year that aim to find and deter active shooters within seconds.
Tech workers warn AI development must slow
The artificial intelligence industry faces internal pressure as developers at top technology companies caution that accelerating AI development is risky, emphasizing that the industry must pace itself and develop oversight. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
Apple to lease devices
Apple announced on Tuesday a new program called "Apple Upgrade," which allows consumers the option to lease new devices. It applies to everything from watches to laptops. Kelly O'Grady explains.
AI workers sound alarm on the technology
Nearly 1,200 AI workers signed a letter on Tuesday, asking the U.S. government to slow down the development of the technology. Jo Ling Kent has more.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Teen hitman guilty of U.K. murder plot for Swedish crime group with Iran links
A 19-year-old Norwegian hitman was found guilty of an assassination plot after sending selfies with weapons to his girlfriend and friends.
Actor Jared Leto accused of criminal sexual conduct by 4 women
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
7 charred bodies found in house with narco gang-related messages
Ecuador has become a cocaine trafficking hub, plagued by gangs with ties to Mexican and Colombian cartels.
Georgia teen sentenced for school shooting
Sixteen-year-old Colt Gray was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday for the 2024 shooting at Georgia's Apalachee High School which killed four people.
Colt Gray sentenced to life without parole
A judge on Tuesday sentenced Colt Gray to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Gray pleaded guilty to killing four people in the deadly 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has the latest.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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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.
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.
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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Fauci says Paul has "unhinged obsession"
Dr. Anthony Fauci delivered a brief opening statement at a Senate panel hearing on the origins of COVID-19, where Kentucky Republican Sen. Rand Paul demanded more answers about his involvement during the 2020 pandemic. Fauci accused Paul of having an "unhinged obsession" with him following years of public sparring.
Sneak peek: Death at Soho House
ENCORE: Did the son of an Oscar-winning songwriter strangle his swimsuit designer girlfriend in a chic New York City hotel or was her death an accident? "48 Hours" correspondent Troy Roberts reports Saturday, August 1 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Saudi forces join U.S. to attack Iran proxies
Four days of relative calm in the Iran war were shattered as the U.S. and Saudi Arabia joined forces to strike Iran-backed groups in Iraq. Also, the U.S. stopped Iran's "surprise attack" on a U.S. base in Jordan. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has more information.
Torrential rain slams Northeast
Parts of New Jersey got up to 5 inches of rain on Tuesday as first responders pulled people out of flooded streets. In eastern Pennsylvania, heavy rain also flooded highways and roads. Rob Marciano reports.
Federal Reserve meets over interest rates
The Federal Reserve is set to consider whether to raise interest rates amid stubborn inflation pressures and oil price volatility. CBS News contributor J.D. Durkin has more.