Germany, Denmark, Switzerland hit heat records as Europe sizzles
Germany hit a high of 106 degrees on Saturday, according to the country's national weather service.
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Vance touts U.S.-Iran progress
Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. and Iran made progress toward a deal during an update from Switzerland on Monday. Meanwhile, ongoing clashes between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon remain a worry for both sides. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Holly Williams have more.
Vance gives update on Iran talks
Vice President J.D. Vance gave an update after the U.S. wrapped up another day of talks with Iran in Switzerland, touting that the two sides had laid "a very good foundation" for a deal. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Courtney Kealy have more.
Vance touts "great progress" in Switzerland
Vice President JD Vance said that there's been "great progress" with Iran, as he stood alongside Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani. The three spoke ahead of a quadrilateral meeting in Switzerland between the U.S., Iran, Pakistan and Qatar.
Timing of new U.S.-Iran talks unclear
A new round of U.S.-Iran peace talks scheduled to start in Switzerland on Friday was postponed. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports. Then, Army Special Forces Ret. Lt. Col. Roger Carstens joins with analysis.
Trump lands in Switzerland for G7 Summit
President Trump landed in Geneva, Switzerland, on Monday for the G7 Summit. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has the latest as more questions loom about the U.S.-Iran deal.
At least 6 killed in bus fire that may have been "deliberate," Swiss police say
Police are investigating after a fire on a regional bus in Kerzers, west of Switzerland's capital, killed at least six people.
USA women's hockey beats Switzerland 5-0
The Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games are off and running and Team USA has already seen its share of triumph and tragedy. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports from Milan.
Gymnast Jordan Chiles granted appeal in Olympic bronze medal ruling
A gymnastics medal disputed by the United States and Romania at the 2024 Paris Olympics is heading for a fresh legal review in a Swiss court.
Trump says he reached Greenland "framework"
President Trump said he reached a framework deal for Greenland on Wednesday in Davos, Switzerland. It's unclear exactly what the framework entails. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports, and Jim Townsend, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for European and NATO Policy, has analysis.
Tech leaders discuss future of AI in Davos
Tech leaders have taken the stage this week at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to discuss how AI will impact jobs. Bloomberg News reporter Sarah Frier joins CBS News with more.
Trump attends annual World Economic Forum
President Trump arrived in Switzerland for the World Economic Forum after Air Force One had to return to the U.S. Tuesday night due to what the White House called a "minor electrical issue." Mr. Trump is expected to discuss the heated debate over ownership of Greenland.
Air Force One headed to Davos turns around after "minor electrical issue," Leavitt says
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Trump marks one year back in office
President Trump took a victory lap at the White House press briefing on Tuesday to mark one year back in office. The long news conference came as the president prepared to fly to Davos, Switzerland, for the World Economic Forum. CBS News' Nancy Cordes, Ed O'Keefe and Jo Ling Kent have more.
Former U.S. diplomat on Trump, Greenland
President Trump's push for Greenland continued ahead of the World Economic Forum in Switzerland. Brett Bruen, president and CEO of the Global Situation Room, joins CBS News to discuss.
Co-owner of Swiss ski resort bar hit by deadly fire held in custody
The co-owner of the fire-gutted Swiss ski resort bar where 40 mostly teenage New Year revelers were killed in a fire has been held in custody.
Swiss ski resort bar owner in custody after fire
Jacques and Jessica Moretti, the couple who owns the Swiss ski resort bar where a deadly inferno broke out on New Year's Eve, were grilled by prosecutors for about six hours Friday. Jacques was then detained after he was deemed a flight risk. Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
Police reportedly to question bar owners after deadly ski resort blaze
A lawyer for victims' families hopes police questioning the Swiss bar's French owners means "a welcome resurgence of the investigation" into the deadly blaze.
Swiss bar where dozens died in blaze hadn't been inspected in several years
Fire safety inspections hadn't been carried out for several years at the bar where a fire that broke out at a New Year's party left 40 people dead and over 100 injured, officials say.
All 40 Swiss bar fire victims identified as community grieves
The New Year's Eve fire at a bar in the Swiss Alpine resort of Crans-Montana left 40 dead and dozens severely injured.
Swiss officials open investigation into managers of bar where fire killed 40
Swiss authorities say they have opened an investigation into the managers of the bar where a fire at a New Year's party left 40 people dead.
Latest on deadly Swiss ski resort fire
Investigators are still trying to find victims of the deadly fire at a Swiss ski resort that killed 40 people and left more than 100 others injured on New Year's Eve.
Swiss bar fire started by sparklers, investigators say, amid efforts to ID victims
Many of those killed and injured by a fire that tore through a bar in Switzerland's Crans-Montana ski resort were teenagers celebrating the new year.
Sparklers likely caused deadly Switzerland fire
Investigators said that the deadly fire that tore through a popular bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana early on New Year's Day was caused by sparklers on Champagne bottles, which ignited the bar's ceiling. Ramy Inocencio reports.
Swiss ski resort bar was packed with teens
The massive fire that engulfed a bar at a Swiss ski resort in Crans-Montana killed dozens and injured more than 100. Officials believe sparklers ignited the deadly fire. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Trump secretly switched to different plane in Turkey amid Iran threat
Ahead of a flight from Turkey, he secretly left Air Force One and was moved to another plane with the help of a catering truck, according to a source.
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Trump claims control of Strait of Hormuz as stalemate deepens
Stalemate between two countries deepens as President Trump mirrors Iran's demand for compensation and claims U.S. controls the Strait of Hormuz
Video of Arkansas trooper punching 18-year-old draws calls for investigation
Alisa Hackett, 18, was pulled over for speeding and alcohol possession when she was tackled to the ground and punched.
Farm linked to cyclosporaisis outbreak went years without FDA inspection
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
U.S. Marine veteran freed from Russian prison after nearly 4 years
A U.S. Marine veteran from Massachusetts who has been held in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges has been released.
Powerball jackpot hits $1 billion after no one won $905 million grand prize
No winning tickets were sold for Monday night's $905 million Powerball jackpot, so the estimated grand prize for Wednesday's drawing will be at least $1 billion, Powerball says.
Rescuers race to find Colombia earthquake survivors as death toll rises
More than 2,700 people were reported missing on Monday night, after the country was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
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Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Is your career "rusting out"? Here's what that means, and how to spot it.
Many employees feel their employers don't value them and that they're not contributing as much as they could, a workplace poll finds.
DOJ office says Trump's outside advisers can be shielded by executive privilege
Trump's outside advisers may now be protected from future congressional and legal investigations, according to a new opinion from the Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel.
Maine lifeguard "started swimming like hell" when shark pulled him underwater
A lifeguard said a shark off the coast of Scarborough Beach in Maine grabbed onto his buoy and pulled him 5 feet underwater before he was able to get free.
U.S. Marine veteran freed from Russian prison after nearly 4 years
A U.S. Marine veteran from Massachusetts who has been held in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges has been released.
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Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Is your career "rusting out"? Here's what that means, and how to spot it.
Many employees feel their employers don't value them and that they're not contributing as much as they could, a workplace poll finds.
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.
Farm linked to cyclosporaisis outbreak went years without FDA inspection
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
Powerball jackpot hits $1 billion after no one won $905 million grand prize
No winning tickets were sold for Monday night's $905 million Powerball jackpot, so the estimated grand prize for Wednesday's drawing will be at least $1 billion, Powerball says.
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DOJ office says Trump's outside advisers can be shielded by executive privilege
Trump's outside advisers may now be protected from future congressional and legal investigations, according to a new opinion from the Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel.
U.S. Marine veteran freed from Russian prison after nearly 4 years
A U.S. Marine veteran from Massachusetts who has been held in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges has been released.
North Carolina GOP chooses replacement candidate for Rep. Chuck Edwards
State Rep. Jennifer Balkcom will face Jamie Ager on the ballot in November.
Wisconsin's Democratic showdown and more primary races to watch today
South Carolina Republicans will be choosing a successor for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat, and Minnesota's Senate primary is another battle between moderate and progressive Democrats.
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U.S. and Iran close to "peace arrangement or a deal," Pakistan says
The U.S. and Iran are close to agreeing on "some sort of arrangement," Pakistan's defense minister told Bloomberg on Tuesday.
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Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Farm linked to cyclosporaisis outbreak went years without FDA inspection
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
As Medicare pays less for cataract surgery, doctors turn to moneymaking lasers
More cataract patients, wanting not only restored but improved vision, are paying extra for their doctors to use a laser when a scalpel would do.
Congo Ebola death toll tops 2,000 in fastest spreading outbreak on record
At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data.
In texts, Fauci discussed potential risks, benefits of COVID vaccine for pregnant women
Two Senate Republicans released a set of 2021 texts that show Dr. Anthony Fauci discussing how to "weigh the potential risks against the benefits" of pregnant women taking COVID-19 vaccines.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Rescuers race to find Colombia earthquake survivors as death toll rises
Over 1,100 homes were destroyed when Colombia was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.
Zelenskyy says Russia using North Korean missiles in Ukraine
Russia and North Korea have been collaborating in the offensive against Ukraine since 2024.
Congo Ebola death toll tops 2,000 in fastest spreading outbreak on record
At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data.
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Graceland celebrates "Elvis Week"
"Elvis Week" kicked off at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, on Aug. 8 and runs until Aug. 16, marking Elvis Presley's death. Alicia Dean, the longtime marketing and promotions specialist for Elvis Presley Enterprises, joins with more.
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader takes on Broadway
Reece Weaver, whose exit from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on the show "America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders" left viewers shocked, exclusively announced on "CBS Mornings" that she is making her Broadway debut. She talks about the transition, why she made the decision and what it was like to start rehearsals.
Jury selection begins in Tupac Shakur trial
Nearly 30 years after the killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, jury selection is underway for the man charged in connection with the murder, Duane "Keffe D" Davis. Celebrity attorney Chris Melcher joins CBS News to discuss.
Riley Green talks upcoming album
Country music star Riley Green joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his upcoming album, "That's Just Me," which is set for release in mid-September.
Meet Paw Patrol look-alike contest winners
The winners of a Paw Patrol look-alike contest join "CBS Mornings" ahead of the "Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie" which premieres Aug. 14.
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Wall Street targets $500B for AI
Nvidia scored an astounding $500 billion in financing for artificial intelligence, backed by Wall Street's top power brokers and firms. Puck founding partner and industry journalist William D. Cohan weighs in on the AI boom and data center construction.
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.
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.
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.
Behind Mark Zuckerberg's AI essay
Despite concerns about AI, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has an optimistic vision for its future, which he shared in a new essay. He also described what he thinks is the "most dangerous" AI scenario. Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, breaks down Zuckerberg's essay.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Protecting the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world. (Originally broadcast April 26, 2026.)
Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
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More healthcare testimony in Clancy trial
Healthcare workers who treated Lindsay Clancy's postpartum mental health concerns are back on the stand Tuesday in her murder trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has the latest.
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist back on stand
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Tufts, is back on the stand Monday as the Massachusetts murder trial enters its third week. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Man who allegedly arranged Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing is on trial in Las Vegas
The man who prosecutors say orchestrated the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, Duane "Keffe D" Davis, is on trial almost 30 years after the drive-by shooting in Las Vegas.
2 killed in New York Harbor boat capsize
The captain of a boat that overturned in New York Harbor was charged with reckless endangerment. Twelve people were saved, but a mother and her 5-month-old daughter died. Michael George reports.
Family of murdered photographer wonders if his killer acted alone
Joe Shymanski, a, well-known Washington D.C. photographer, was murdered and dismembered in 2023. His ex-wife's former boyfriend, Brandon Holbrook, was convicted in the case. Shymanski's family still wonders if anyone else was involved.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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.
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Further bus making return to San Francisco
A legendary symbol of 1960s counter-culture is coming back to San Francisco as part of an art exhibition. Heather Knight, San Francisco bureau chief for the New York Times, joins, CBS News to discuss.
Flames erupt from plane's engine
Flames erupted from one of the engines of American Airlines Flight 1760 after a bird collided with the plane, forcing an emergency landing. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
Secret Service's decoy plane plan
President Trump was secretly moved to another plane after security learned of an Iranian threat to fire a missile at Air Force One after he left the NATO conference in Turkey. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Americans traveling to catch total eclipse
More than 20 states will get a glimpse of a partial eclipse on Wednesday, but many Americans looking to catch the full show are traveling overseas to experience the total solar eclipse.
Latest in Wisconsin governor primary
Democratic voters will pick their nominee for governor in Wisconsin today. Democratic socialist Francesca Hong is facing off against moderate David Crowley in the primary. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.