7.5 million chickens culled due to South Africa bird flu outbreaks
The slaughter of millions of chickens to curb 2 separate bird flu outbreaks in South Africa has led to egg and poultry "supply constraints."
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Nelson Mandela's granddaughter Zoleka Mandela dies of cancer at 43
The Nelson Mandela Foundation lauded Zoleka Mandela for "raising awareness about cancer prevention and her unwavering commitment to breaking down the stigma" around the disease.
3 sailors die after 7 are swept off submarine deck in South Africa
The accident happened as a helicopter was attempting a vertical transfer of supplies to the SAS Manthatisi submarine near the town of Kommetjie.
Harrowing escapes from South Africa fire
Survivors tell of harrowing stories of jumping out of a building to escape a fire in South Africa. More than 70 people died in the blaze at the building where hundreds lived. BBC News correspondent Shingai Nyoka reports from Johannesburg.
Johannesburg fire kills at least 73
At least 73 people were killed and dozens injured when a fire ripped through a five-story building in Johannesburg. South African officials say it was occupied by many homeless people. BBC News correspondent Pumza Fihlani joined CBS News with the latest details.
Dozens killed as fire tears through building in South Africa
Authorities said many homeless people had moved into the building in Johannesburg, the nation's largest city, making it hard to search the structure.
Iran and Saudi Arabia join China and Russia in BRICS economic bloc
The move could throw more scrutiny on Beijing's political influence in the Persian Gulf, with questions being raised over if BRICS is taking an anti-West turn.
BRICS nations agree to expand their group
An economic alliance that includes some U.S. adversaries seeks to expand. Current members of the BRICS economic group are Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, but more than 40 countries have expressed interest in joining, from democracies like Argentina to autocracies like Iran. Alexandra Sharp, writer of Foreign Policy's World Brief newsletter, joined CBS News to discuss what the expansion may mean for the U.S.
Sixto Rodriguez, subject of "Searching for Sugarman" film, dies at 81
His albums flopped in the United States in the 1970s, but unbeknownst to him, he later became a star in South Africa.
Why many African leaders declined Putin's invite to a summit in Russia
"Putin has miscalculated the mood on this continent," one South African expert on government relations tells CBS News.
More than a dozen killed in South Africa gas leak
At least 16 people, three of whom were children, were killed in a gas leak in South Africa, officials said. The leak may have been related to an illegal mining operation. John Dickerson reports.
South Africa gas leak near Johannesburg leaves 16 dead, including 3 children
The incident happened in an informal settlement in the city of Boksburg on the eastern outskirts of Johannesburg, the South African Police Services said.
U.S. lawmakers want South Africa punished over "support for Russia"
A group of bipartisan lawmakers say South Africa appears to be engaging in "activities that undermine United States national security or foreign policy."
Scientists claim evidence that our distant relatives buried their dead
The lead scientist tells CBS News that the discoveries his team is making in the Rising Star cave system may force us to rethink "what it means to be human."
Debate over possible Putin visit heats up in South Africa
South Africa's government is trying to clear hurdles for Vladimir Putin to attend a BRICS leaders' summit, despite an international warrant for his arrest.
South Africa moves to let Putin attend summit despite arrest warrant
As a signatory to the International Criminal Court, South Africa may be obliged to arrest Putin if he sets foot in the country. Unless it can find a loophole.
Rwandan genocide fugitive arrested after 29 years on the run
Fulgence Kayishema is accused of orchestrating the brutal killing of 2,000 women, men and children at a church during the 1994 Rwandan genocide.
Conservationist seeks billionaire to buy world's biggest rhino farm
John Hume is hoping to find "a billionaire that would rather save the population of rhinos from extinction than own a superyacht."
Gunmen kill 10 family members in South Africa mass shooting
Police arrested two suspects following a shootout less than 2 kilometers from the massacre, police said.
Details emerge on how "Facebook rapist" faked death, escaped prison
Heavily-armed police put his girlfriend, celebrity doctor Nandipha Magudumana, into a separate white van at the airport.
South African "Facebook Rapist" caught in Tanzania after police manhunt
Thabo Bester faked his own death in a prison break and was on the lam before police discovered the ruse.
Pilot finds cobra under seat, makes emergency landing: "I kept looking down"
Rudolf Erasmus had four passengers on board when he felt "something cold" slide across his lower back
Olympian Oscar Pistorius denied parole decade after killing girlfriend
Arriving for the parole hearing, Reeva Steenkamp's mother said she was against any early release for their daughter's killer, whom she said had "never" shown real remorse.
South African police launch manhunt for accused "Facebook rapist" who escaped prison
South African police have launched a manhunt for convicted rapist and murderer Thabo Bester who escaped from a privately-run maximum security prison under bizarre circumstances.
"Facebook rapist" fakes death and escapes prison: "Like a movie"
Thabo Bester allegedly lured victims on the social media platform before raping and robbing them. At least one victim was killed.
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U.S. death toll in Iran war rises to 6 as Trump warns of long campaign
The U.S. military said Monday that the number of Americans killed during the ongoing conflict with Iran now stands at six. Follow live updates on Day 3 of the war.
Melania Trump presides over U.N. Security Council meeting
The White House announced first lady Melania Trump would preside over the meeting last week before the U.S. and Israel launched a joint military mission in Iran.
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Photo shows slain Texas gunman with Iranian symbol on his T-shirt
The gunman who killed 2 and wounded 14 at a bar in Austin also wore a hoodie that said "Property of Allah."
Video of Clintons' Epstein testimony released by House committee
The House Oversight Committee released recordings of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Trump says strikes were "last best chance" to take out Iran threat
President Trump said U.S.-Israeli war on Iran represented the "last best chance" of addressing the threat posed by the country's nuclear program and ballistic missiles.
6 U.S. service members killed in Iranian strike in Kuwait, Pentagon says
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
Iran strikes highlight fractures in GOP ahead of war powers votes in Congress
From the president's usual opponents in his party to some of his most stalwart supporters, the U.S. actions in Iran have prompted strong pushback in pockets of the GOP.
Federal appeals court rejects DOJ's push to delay start of tariff refund process
The Supreme Court ruled last month at President Trump did not have the authority to issue his sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
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Wagers draw scrutiny after Iran strikes: "Insider trading," senator says
Lawmakers are raising concerns that prediction market users are engaging in insider trading to wager on U.S. military actions.
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DNC announces top cities, date for 2028 convention, won't hold midterm convention
The DNC is announcing Monday that the 2028 national convention will be held from Aug. 7 to Aug. 10, CBS News has learned.
Video of Clintons' Epstein testimony released by House committee
The House Oversight Committee released recordings of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Supreme Court seems open to loosening law barring marijuana users from owning guns
The Supreme Court seemed likely Monday to loosen a federal law that bars marijuana users from owning guns in a case that crossed typical political lines.
Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke won't seek reelection, becoming latest GOP retirement
Rep. Ryan Zinke of Montana announced Monday he will not run for reelection, becoming the latest Republican to retire.
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Wagers draw scrutiny after Iran strikes: "Insider trading," senator says
Lawmakers are raising concerns that prediction market users are engaging in insider trading to wager on U.S. military actions.
Federal appeals court rejects DOJ's push to delay start of tariff refund process
The Supreme Court ruled last month at President Trump did not have the authority to issue his sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
More U.S. employees are hugging tight to their jobs. Here's why.
More employees are clinging to their positions in a trend known as "job-hugging." That's making it harder for job-seekers to find work.
Gas prices are set to rise. Here's what you could pay at the pump.
U.S. motorists could soon see higher prices at the pump as oil prices surge following the attacks in Iran.
Stocks fall, oil prices rise as U.S. war in Iran rattles investors
Stock markets in the U.S. dropped amid concerns that the U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran could drive up energy costs.
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DNC announces top cities, date for 2028 convention, won't hold midterm convention
The DNC is announcing Monday that the 2028 national convention will be held from Aug. 7 to Aug. 10, CBS News has learned.
Video of Clintons' Epstein testimony released by House committee
The House Oversight Committee released recordings of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Supreme Court seems open to loosening law barring marijuana users from owning guns
The Supreme Court seemed likely Monday to loosen a federal law that bars marijuana users from owning guns in a case that crossed typical political lines.
Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke won't seek reelection, becoming latest GOP retirement
Rep. Ryan Zinke of Montana announced Monday he will not run for reelection, becoming the latest Republican to retire.
Iran strikes highlight fractures in GOP ahead of war powers votes in Congress
From the president's usual opponents in his party to some of his most stalwart supporters, the U.S. actions in Iran have prompted strong pushback in pockets of the GOP.
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Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
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Insurgents raid village in South Sudan, killing at least 169 people
Women and children were among the dead, in addition to dozens of combatants, officials said.
Travel chaos intensifies with airports closed, flights canceled amid Iran war
Air travel chaos intensified as the war with Iran stretched into a third day — keeping airspace and airports in the Middle East closed and leaving travelers stranded.
Trump says strikes were "last best chance" to take out Iran threat
President Trump said he expects the bombing campaign to last four to five weeks, but "we have [the] capability to go far longer than that."
Melania Trump presides over U.N. Security Council meeting
The White House announced first lady Melania Trump would preside over the meeting last week before the U.S. and Israel launched a joint U.S.-Israeli military mission in Iran.
Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
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Christa Miller on "Shrinking"
Actor Christa Miller speaks about starring in "Shrinking," how her life experiences helped to inspire the series and what it's like to work with her husband, who is a co-creator of the show.
Brad Falchuk discusses "Famous Last Words"
Brad Falchuck, the host and executive producer of "Famous Last Words," speaks about the series and his meaningful conversation with actor Eric Dane, who died last month from ALS. In the show, Falchuck sits down with public figures for an in-depth conversation, but the interviews only air after the subject dies.
USA hockey stars joke about "Heated Rivalry" and Trump invite on "SNL"
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Extended interview: Marc Shaiman
In this web exclusive, composer Marc Shaiman, a Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, talks with Tracy Smith about his career; his new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner"; and his collaboration and friendship with Rob Reiner.
Broadway, Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman on being a "sore winner"
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner."
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
AI company Anthropic's Dario Amodei: "We are patriots"
Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, says his company refused to allow its AI product, Claude, to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement). That prompted President Trump to announce Friday that he is banning Anthropic's technology from all federal use, while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth labeled the company "a supply chain risk to national security." Amodei talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about why he calls the administration's actions "retaliatory and punitive."
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.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Chilling photo shows grinning suspect in Scotland stabbing
A man was arrested for a stabbing incident in Edinburgh, Scotland, after a standoff with police in which he was photographed leaning out a window with a menacing grin.
Officials give update on Austin bar shooting
Authorities in Texas gave an update Monday on the shooting that killed two people at a bar in Austin over the weekend. The incident is being investigated for possible terrorism ties to the U.S. airstrikes in Iran.
Latest details on deadly Austin bar shooting
A deadly shooting at a popular bar in Austin, Texas, is being investigated for possible links to terrorism. Two people were killed and 14 others injured, authorities said.
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Photo shows slain Texas gunman with Iranian symbol on his T-shirt
The gunman who killed 2 and wounded 14 at a bar in Austin also wore a hoodie that said "Property of Allah."
What we know on the Austin bar shooting
More details about the apparent suspect involved in a deadly shooting at an Austin, Texas, bar may indicate a potential link to the recent U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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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.
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?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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House releases deposition videos of Clintons
he House Oversight Committee on Monday released video of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton as part of its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Watch: Rubio takes questions on Iran
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters Monday about the ongoing strikes against Iran. See his remarks.
Sid Miller on Texas ag commissioner race
While Texas' hotly-contested Senate race is getting a great deal of focus, there is also great interest in the state's race for commissioner of the Department of Agriculture. Republican candidate Nate Sheets is challenging the three-term incumbent agriculture commissioner, Sid Miller, in a primary race. Miller joins CBS News to discuss.
Breaking down Iran's impact on oil prices
Oil prices have climbed amid the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran. Axios national correspondent Emily Peck joins CBS News to discuss.
Trump officials to brief Congress on Iran
Trump administration officials will likely face questions about specific details on the military operations in Iran this week when they head to Capitol Hill to brief Congress. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis has more.