Death toll passes 900 after extreme flooding, landslides in Indonesia
Emergency crews are racing against time after catastrophic floods and landslides struck parts of Asia, killing more than 1,500 people.
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Monsoon death toll climbs over 1,000 across 4 Southeast Asian nations
Indonesia and Sri Lanka hit hardest as climate change-boosted monsoon flooding wreaks havoc across Southeast Asian nations.
Cable car crash kills 8 monks on way to mountain meditation
The 13 monks had crowded into the small makeshift cable car as they headed to meditation units atop a mountain within the monastery, officials said.
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Hundreds killed by bombings in Sri Lanka
More than 200 people were killed in a series of coordinated bombings at churches and hotels in Sri Lanka's capital of Colombo on Easter Sunday. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Arrests following blasts in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's defense minister said seven suspects are in custody after a series of explosions that targets churches and hotels in the capital city Colombo and elsewhere. More than 200 people have been killed. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Record haul of cocaine found inside woman's plush toys at airport
The record seizure follows three other hauls this month totaling nearly 60 kilograms of synthetic cannabis.
Ex-flight attendant reportedly caught with 101 pounds of drugs in luggage
Customs officers say a 21-year-old British woman was stopped with 101 pounds of kush — a synthetic drug containing powerful opioids — packed in two suitcases.
Train kills elephant in Sri Lanka's latest wildlife-railway accident
A Sri Lankan express train has fatally struck an elephant despite new safety measures introduced after the same train killed 7 elephants in a previous crash.
Memorials mark 20 years since tsunami killed over 200,000
The day after Christmas in 2004, a 9.1 magnitude earthquake under the Indian Ocean triggered tsunami waves that killed some 230,000 people across a dozen countries.
Sri Lanka deploys troops in popular surfing town after threat warnings
Sri Lanka increased security around a Jewish community center in Arugam Bay after the U.S. and Israel warned of potential threats to popular tourist locations.
7 young elephants found dead amid monsoon flooding
A preliminary investigation suggested the animals had gotten bogged down in the marsh and drowned, an official said.
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Death toll rises to at least 321 overnight; shooting for the stars
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Death toll rises in Sri Lanka; Nintendo's Game Boy turns 30 years old.
Doctors remove "world's largest kidney stone" from retired soldier
The stone is both the largest and heaviest ever removed during a major surgery, according to Guinness World Records.
ICBM test launched in Pacific
The U.S. Air Force carried out a test of a Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile Tuesday. The launch had been delayed in an effort to cool escalating tensions between the U.S. and China, as Beijing made its shows of force near Taiwan. CBS News foreign correspondent Lucy Craft joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the latest developments in the region, including China cutting interest rates, putting sanctions on Taiwanese politicians and more.
Sri Lanka swears in new president as soldiers crack down on protesters
Hundreds of armed troops raided a protest camp outside the president's office, attacking demonstrators with batons.
Sri Lanka lawmakers elect new president
Sri Lanka votes in six-time Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe as president after its former leader fled the country and resigned by email amid the worst economic crisis in the country's history. But the protesters blame the government for the country's financial woes and the election of a former so-called "holdout" from the government comes with some controversy.
Sri Lanka protests resume as lawmakers pick unpopular PM to lead
Demonstrators hit the streets again as a widely unliked political veteran was tapped as president, but one expert says he may give the nation "a fighting chance."
Sri Lanka is choosing leader to replace ex-president
The new president could appoint a new prime minister, who would then have to be approved by Parliament.
Sri Lanka's embattled president resigns
Sri Lanka's embattled President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has resigned, clearing the way for a new administration to take over. Vice News correspondent Matthew Cassel has been in Colombo, Sri Lanka, covering the unrest. He spoke with CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about the country's interim president, ongoing protests and what's next.
What's next for Sri Lanka after president resigns
A Sri Lankan parliament speaker says lawmakers will officially announce Friday that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has emailed his resignation. This comes after the embattled president fled to Singapore and named Sri Lanka's prime minister the acting president. CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano spoke with BBC reporter Ranga Sirilal about what's next for the South Asian nation.
Sri Lanka president flees country
Protestors in Sri Lanka stormed the prime minister's office after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa fled to the Maldives and appointed Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe as acting president. Protestors are blaming the top government officials for the country's economic collapse. Journalist and author Frances Harrison joined John Dickerson to discuss how the country got to this point.
State of emergency declared in Sri Lanka
The acting president of Sri Lanka declared a nationwide state of emergency after massive protests escalated with the former president's decision to flee. Niha Masih, an India correspondent for The Washington Post, discussed the economic crisis that preceded these events on CBS News.
Sri Lanka's embattled government declares emergency as protests rage
Protesters want the president and prime minister out, but the PM is taking a hard line, saying Sri Lanka "can't allow fascists to take over."
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Trump calls NATO allies "cowards" as more Marines head toward Middle East
The Iran war is nearing the three-week mark as about 2,200 more U.S. Marines and three more warships are headed toward the region, two U.S. officials say.
Florida homeowners insurance company accused of siphoning profits
As Florida moves homeowners' policies out of its state-run insurer of last resort, insiders question one new company's finances.
Chuck Norris, action icon and "Walker, Texas Ranger" star, dies at 86
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any other information.
U.S. sues Harvard, alleging it failed to protect Jewish and Israeli students
The Trump administration argued that Harvard unlawfully discriminated against Jewish and Israeli students, in violation of federal civil rights law.
Comey subpoenaed in conspiracy case against ex-officials who investigated Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey has been subpoenaed by prosecutors in Miami as part of the Justice Department's investigation into Obama-era intelligence officials.
Spanish police say James Gracey's death was likely accidental
Police in Barcelona said the death of Jimmy Gracey, a University of Alabama student from Illinois who went missing on vacation, was likely an accident.
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Advocates said the Van Nuys building looked like an example of "clustering" — a red flag for hospice fraud.
In voting process, photo ID gets wide support, CBS News poll finds
Few Americans feel they know a lot of the specifics about the SAVE Act.
Around 2,200 Marines, 3 warships headed to Middle East as Iran war continues
The first Marine Expeditionary Unit, which is coming from the Pacific, is still making its way toward the region
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Around 2,200 Marines, 3 warships headed to Middle East as Iran war continues
The first Marine Expeditionary Unit, which is coming from the Pacific, is still making its way toward the region.
Book excerpt: "The Meaning of Your Life" by Arthur C. Brooks
In his latest book, the New York Times bestselling author writes of a cultural crisis: an increase in anxiety and depression, concurrent with a rise in social media use, during what he terms an "Age of Emptiness."
Spanish police say James Gracey's death was likely accidental
Police in Barcelona said the death of Jimmy Gracey, a University of Alabama student from Illinois who went missing on vacation, was likely an accident.
U.S. sues Harvard, alleging it failed to protect Jewish and Israeli students
The Trump administration argued that Harvard unlawfully discriminated against Jewish and Israeli students, in violation of federal civil rights law.
Georgia woman charged with murder over alleged use of abortion pills
A 31-year-old Georgia woman has charged with murder by police who say she took pills to induce an abortion.
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Florida homeowners insurance company accused of siphoning profits
As Florida moves homeowners' policies out of its state-run insurer of last resort, insiders question one new company's finances.
FCC approves Nexstar's purchase of Tegna hours after lawsuits sought to block deal
The FCC announced Thursday that it had approved the $6.2 billion merger of major broadcast station owners Nexstar and Tegna.
Mortgage rates rise as Iran war heightens U.S. inflation fears
Mortgage rates, though still well below their level a year ago, have edged up since the Iran war erupted. Here's why.
U.S. oil producers could get $63 billion boost from high crude prices
Domestic energy companies could benefit from high oil prices in the short-term, but take a hit if the Iran war drags on.
Analysts warn oil prices could keep climbing as Iran war intensifies
Every 1-cent increase in gasoline prices reduces consumer spending by $1.5 billion annually, one economist says.
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Around 2,200 Marines, 3 warships headed to Middle East as Iran war continues
The first Marine Expeditionary Unit, which is coming from the Pacific, is still making its way toward the region.
U.S. sues Harvard, alleging it failed to protect Jewish and Israeli students
The Trump administration argued that Harvard unlawfully discriminated against Jewish and Israeli students, in violation of federal civil rights law.
Georgia woman charged with murder over alleged use of abortion pills
A 31-year-old Georgia woman has charged with murder by police who say she took pills to induce an abortion.
DOJ says it shut down websites that threatened dissidents and took credit for hacks
The Justice Department says it has shuttered four websites that were allegedly used by Iranian government-linked groups to post hacked information and threaten regime critics.
Federal commission made up of Trump appointees approves design of his gold coin
The vote by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, whose members are supporters of the president and were appointed by him earlier this year, was without objection.
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
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How Israel assassinates its foes: "Their intelligence is just so much better"
As the Iran war rages, Israel continues killing senior Iranian figures. CBS News asked experts how they do it.
Around 2,200 Marines, 3 warships headed to Middle East as Iran war continues
The first Marine Expeditionary Unit, which is coming from the Pacific, is still making its way toward the region.
Norway's crown princess speaks out on ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Mette-Marit, who is married to Crown Prince Haakon, sat down with Norwegian broadcaster NRK for a 20-minute interview on Thursday.
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Trump calls NATO allies "cowards" as more Marines head toward Middle East
The Iran war is nearing the three-week mark as about 2,200 more U.S. Marines and three more warships are headed toward the region, two U.S. officials say.
Trump brings up Pearl Harbor while meeting with Japan's prime minister
Asked why the U.S. didn't inform allies ahead of the Iran strikes, President Trump said, "Who knows better about surprise than Japan?"
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Chuck Norris, action icon and "Walker, Texas Ranger" star, dies at 86
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Hartman, Seftel on "All the Empty Rooms"
"All the Empty Rooms," which follows CBS News' Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp as they document the empty bedrooms of children killed in school shootings, won an Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film. Hartman and the film's director, Joshua Seftel, talk about what that moment meant to the families of the victims and having Gloria Cazares, the mother of a 9-year-old girl killed in Uvalde, deliver the acceptance speech.
Gosling, Hüller talk "Project Hail Mary"
Ryan Gosling and Sandra Hüller, stars of "Project Hail Mary," speak with "CBS Mornings" about the highly-anticipated movie, what it was like acting alongside the puppeteers behind alien Rocky and why Hüller chose a Harry Styles song to sing in a scene in the movie.
Steve Hartman on filming "All the Empty Rooms"
Unmade beds and overdue books. That's some of what CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman found in his Oscar-winning documentary "All the Empty Rooms," which looks at the bedrooms of children killed in school shootings. Hartman joins "The Takeout" to discuss the making of the film.
"The Bachelorette" season with Taylor Frankie Paul canceled, ABC says
ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Taylor Frankie Paul after video surfaced of a 2023 incident in which she was charged with assault.
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AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Val Kilmer was originally set to star in "As Deep as the Grave" before he died last year, never shooting a scene of the movie. But Kilmer will still star in the film thanks to generative AI, which is artificial intelligence that can generate new content by analyzing existing content. Jo Ling Kent has more.
Risks of excessive screen time for adults
More than 80% of adults say they go online at least several times per day and research indicates that even adults' fully-formed brains can suffer negative consequences from excessive screen time. Dr. Sue Varma breaks down risks, tips to reduce your screen time and why adults are spending more time on screens.
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.
Inside NVIDIA's new chip
NVIDIA's GTC conference brought big crowds to Silicon Valley this week, with hundreds of companies showcasing products powered by NVIDIA's chips. Tim Werth, tech editor at Mashable, joins CBS News to discuss.
AI expert designs cancer vaccine for his dog
A tech entrepreneur in Australia, Paul Conyngham, said he used artificial intelligence to design a cancer vaccine for his dog Rosie. He joins CBS News with Páll Thordarson, director of the UNSW RNA Institute, who worked with Conyngham on the technology.
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
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.
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Shocking discovery after man's disappearance
In the summer of 2013, Minnesota resident Gary Herbst seemingly disappeared. Years later, investigators made a startling discovery. Peter Van Sant has the story for "48 Hours."
Steve Hartman on filming "All the Empty Rooms"
Unmade beds and overdue books. That's some of what CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman found in his Oscar-winning documentary "All the Empty Rooms," which looks at the bedrooms of children killed in school shootings. Hartman joins "The Takeout" to discuss the making of the film.
New photos in Michigan synagogue attack
Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan, has shared new images of the damage from last week's attack at the synagogue. A photo has also emerged of the attacker holding an AR-style rifle. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Photo of Michigan synagogue attacker shows him with AR-style rifle
The man who attacked a synagogue in Michigan last week sent a photo of himself with the AR-style rifle he had during the attack to a family member in Lebanon, according to a U.S. official.
Joseph Duggar faces child sex abuse charges
Joseph Duggar, one of the stars of the reality show "19 Kids and Counting," has been arrested and is facing child sex abuse charges. He's accused of sexually abusing a 9-year-old girl six years ago in Florida. Tom Hanson reports.
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Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 blastoff
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
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The Dog Aging Project | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Dogs may be more than man's best friend. They could help scientists unlock treatments for age-related diseases. Researchers studying how dogs age hope their discoveries could lead to longer, healthier lives for both dogs and humans. 60 Minutes, Sunday.
Diesel prices rise as Iran war rages on
Diesel prices are rising and the price of gas continues to slam Americans during the Iran war. Ed Hirs, an energy fellow at the University of Houston, joins CBS News with more.
UConn's Azzi Fudd on resilience in basketball
UConn basketball star Azzi Fudd speaks to Jan Crawford about growing up playing basketball, her love for the game and her teammates, and overcoming multiple injuries to play again.
Hartman, Seftel on "All the Empty Rooms"
"All the Empty Rooms," which follows CBS News' Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp as they document the empty bedrooms of children killed in school shootings, won an Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film. Hartman and the film's director, Joshua Seftel, talk about what that moment meant to the families of the victims and having Gloria Cazares, the mother of a 9-year-old girl killed in Uvalde, deliver the acceptance speech.
Key details on Iran war as third week begins
Iran struck a major oil refinery in Kuwait again and aimed missiles toward Israel. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio and Natalie Brand report.