Trump admin. voices alarm as Israel strikes Syrian capital Damascus
Secretary of State Rubio says the U.S. is "very concerned" by expanding Israeli strikes targeting Syria's new government, and he wants "the fighting to stop."
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Israel strikes Syria over clashes in south
Israel hit Damascus, Syria, with a major air attack on Wednesday, vowing to shield Druze communities from alleged attacks by the Syrian government, officials said. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has the latest.
What to know about Al Udeid Air Base after Iran attacked U.S. military post
Iran launched retaliation against the United States on Monday, firing short- and medium-range missiles targeting the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
Suicide bomber at Syrian church kills at least 25
State media says a suicide bomber in Syria has detonated himself inside a church filled with people, killing at least 25 and wounding dozens of others.
Syria under Assad: Torment and torture
Now that former President Bashar al-Assad has fled, Syria is looking toward its future. But before the country can plan for what's to come, its people want the world to be reminded of what has taken place.
Airspace closed over multiple Middle East countries, Tel Aviv airport shut down
Airspace was closed over Israel, Jordan, Iran and Iraq on Friday after Israel attacked Iran with a wave of airstrikes.
White Helmets start new lives
The volunteer rescue organization known as the White Helmets, rushed to help the desperately wounded after strikes in Syria. But now, some are starting new lives after they were smuggled out to neighboring countries. Charlie D'Agata reports.
230,000 people flee latest Syria fighting
The refugee crisis is growing tonight in Syria. More than two months after President Trump proclaimed the U.S. mission in Syria effectively over, Syrian and Russian forces are pounding rebel-held Idlib Province. The U.N. says 235,000 people have fled their home there just this month. Charlie D’Agata reports.
Trump trades tense exchanges with NATO allies
President Trump is clashing with other western leaders at a NATO summit in London. He took jabs at Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Tuesday and argued with French President Emmanuel Macron over Syria. Paula Reid reports.
A new effort to help the youngest refugees
The International Rescue Committee and Sesame Workshop are teaming up on a major new effort to help young Syrian refugee children, including a new Sesame show in Arabic. Lesley Stahl reports.
Muppets teach emotional coping strategies
"60 Minutes" correspondent Lesley Stahl learns how to belly breathe from a new Muppet, Basma.
Russia establishes base in Syria
Russia confirmed it's setting up a new base in the Syrian city of Qamishli. Yet, for all the security forces now jostling for control, they've been unable to ensure security for the local population. Charlie D'Agata reports from northeast Syria.
Trump touts friendship with Turkey's Erdogan
President Trump said he and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are "very good friends," as they met in the Oval Office Wednesday. The president did not offer criticism of Turkey's incursion into northern Syria. Mr. Trump also said he is "too busy" to watch the first day of impeachment hearings on Capitol Hill.
U.S. military pulls out of Syrian bases
As the U.S. exits northern Syria, Russia is emerging as the new power broker in the region. Charlie D'Agata is following developments in neighboring Iraq and has more on the pace of the U.S. withdrawal.
What is Trump's Syria strategy?
With American soldiers scrambling to get out of Syria, Russia is advancing. "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins the "CBS Evening News" to discuss the president's strategy.
Kurd commander accepts ceasefire terms
Vice President Mike Pence announced that Turkish President Erdogan agreed to a ceasefire in northern Syria. The president called it a "great day for civilization." Charlie D'Agata reports from Iraq.
W.H. fights backlash over Syria withdrawal
President Trump is urging Republicans to stick together and in his words from a tweet Friday night "fight." This comes as the White House tries to recover from an admission by the president's acting chief of staff this week that the U.S. did withhold $400 million in U.S. military aid to Ukraine. Weijia Jiang reports.
Turkish-backed militias execute soldiers in Syria
A humanitarian crisis is unfolding in northern Syria. In little more than a week, longstanding alliances crumbled and old enemies teamed up after the U.S. began pulling its forces out and Turkey invaded Syria. There is a scramble to flee the fighting by civilians and journalists, including Charlie D'Agata.
U.S. troops withdrawing from Syria as conflict escalates
President Trump said U.S. troops being pulled out of Syria will remain in the Middle East to prevent an ISIS resurgence. With Turkish forces moving south and Russian-backed Syrian units advancing north, 1,000 U.S. troops are caught in the middle. David Martin reports.
Kurds alarmed by decision to pull troops from Syria
Some Kurds living in the U.S. said they feel abandoned after the president decided to pull U.S. forces out of northern Syria. Manuel Bojorquez visited Nashville, the city with the largest concentration of Kurds outside the Middle East.
Russian troops moving into Kurdish areas
Iraq's defense minister said U.S. troops that were pulled out of Syria will leave Iraq in four weeks. That seems to contradict Defense Secretary Mark Esper, who has said those U.S. forces will continue operating against ISIS. Russia and Turkey made a deal Tuesday, without the U.S., to take control of northeastern Syria and force out Kurdish fighters that fought alongside U.S. troops. Holly Williams reports.
Additional troops going to Syria
The Pentagon confirms the U.S. is sending additional troops into northeast Syria to protect oil fields from ISIS. This comes as Russia, the newly self-appointed sheriff in northern Syria, ordered all U.S. troops out. David Martin reports.
Turkish leader meets with Putin to talk Syria
Turkey's president sat down with the Russian president to discuss Syria's future. A ceasefire in northern Syria is due to expire Tuesday. If the fighting resumes, Kurdish forces in the region who helped the U.S. fight ISIS will be at risk, along with Kurdish civilians. Holly Williams reports.
Bret Baier on Trump, Shepard Smith exit
America's role in the world faces new scrutiny after President Trump's decision to remove U.S. troops from northern Syria. Fox News channel's chief political anchor Bret Baier joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss where America stands on the world stage today, and his new book, “Three Days at the Brink: FDR's Daring Gamble to Win World War II.” Baier also talks about Shepard Smith's recent departure from Fox News and what he thinks about President Trump's criticism of journalists.
Turkey and Russia reach deal on Syria
As the U.S. watched from the sidelines, Russia's Vladimir Putin emerged as the key power player in Syria, reaching an agreement for a new ceasefire with the president of Turkey. That will give Russia time to oversee the removal of Kurdish militias. Holly Williams reports.
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Iran strikes another ship in Strait of Hormuz as Israel steps up Lebanon attacks
Israel is being condemned by Lebanese leaders for a strike in the south that killed at least nine people, including children, according to the health ministry.
Lala becomes Category 1 hurricane as it bears down on Hawaii's Big Island
Hurricane Lala is forecast to bring heavy rain and life-threatening flooding to Hawaii this weekend.
South Carolina to hold first 2028 Democratic presidential primary
South Carolina's Democratic presidential primary will take place on Jan. 22, 2028. Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia will also hold early Democratic nominating contests.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case, admits shooting Brian Thompson
Luigi Mangione entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan Friday morning.
Indiana storms linked to 5 deaths as floods trigger rescues and evacuations
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett urged residents along the White River to evacuate on Saturday.
Construction workers find $10 million gold stash in renovations
Police issued a warning telling "gold prospectors" to stay away from the construction site
USS Washington aircraft carrier heads to Middle East to replace USS Lincoln
The USS George Washington aircraft carrier departed Vietnam last week and is headed to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a U.S. official.
Ex-Cambridge professor dies week after resigning amid plagiarism allegations
Jason Arday, who was Cambridge's youngest Black professor, died in London on Friday, the school said.
5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
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Indiana storms linked to 5 deaths as floods trigger rescues and evacuations
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett urged residents along the White River to evacuate on Saturday.
American Kate Douglass sets 50-meter freestyle world record at Pan Pacific
Kate Douglass, 24, is a five-time Olympic medalist.
5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
Air traffic controller saves day when 2 jets with same call number converge
An air traffic controller's quick thinking helped avert a dangerous situation when two jets, one landing in Phoenix and the other simultaneously taking off, shared the same flight number and radio frequency.
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Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
The war in Iran has underscored how disruptions to a key shipping route thousands of miles away can have a material impact on American consumers.
FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level
U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."
How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
The U.S. has refunded more than $100 billion in illegal tariffs to businesses, and some of that money is going to consumers — here's what to know.
Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
See how much renters pay for a 2-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities
Nearly half of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Here's what it costs to rent a two-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities.
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South Carolina to hold first 2028 Democratic presidential primary
South Carolina's Democratic presidential primary will take place on Jan. 22, 2028. Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia will also hold early Democratic nominating contests.
Army temporarily grounds Apache helicopter training flights after deadly crash
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
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Inside "the Pool": Fugitive arrested in alleged cross-border car trade scheme
Along the Texas-Mexico border, prosecutors say a group of businessmen found a way to monopolize the trade of used cars — a scheme called "the Pool." This week, authorities say they caught one alleged member.
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Justice Department expands military's power to detain migrants near border
The Justice Department issued a legal opinion giving the U.S. military broader powers to detain migrants near certain areas along the southern border.
Feds charge woman for allegedly vandalizing World War II Memorial in D.C.
The top federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C., said a woman has been arrested and faces two felony charges related to vandalism of the World War II Memorial.
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Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
Norah O'Donnell: I take testosterone. Here's why.
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
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Liechtenstein moves to change succession laws, paves way for women on throne
The change shouldn't affect the top of the line of Liechtenstein's royal house succession in the immediate future.
Father and young sons rescued after 16 hours stranded off Thai island
The father and his two sons had rented a jet ski from a local operator, but failed to return it at the agreed time.
Construction workers find $10 million gold stash in renovations
Police issued a warning telling "gold prospectors" to stay away from the construction site
2 powerful earthquakes hit Indonesia on same day, at least 47 dead
With magnitudes of 7.7 and 6.4, two earthquakes struck different parts of Indonesia on the same day.
Ex-Cambridge professor dies week after resigning amid plagiarism allegations
Jason Arday, who was Cambridge's youngest Black professor, died in London on Friday, the school said.
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Rain floods the Midwest as Lala looms over Hawaii. We look inside a spy satellite company. Plus, Putin's meeting with President Trump, a year later.
Elizabeth Cook sings "Girls of Atomic City"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Girls of Atomic City."
Elizabeth Cook takes us to "Sunset Promenade"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Sunset Promenade."
Elizabeth Cook sings "Razorwire Wall"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Razorwire Wall."
Jeff Daniels and Jared Harris on new film
Emmy-winner Jeff Daniels stars as President Ronald Reagan and Jared Harris portrays Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev in "The Brink of War," a film that portrays the two leaders at the 1986 Reykjavik Summit. Daniels and Harris share their experiences playing these two historical figures amid a period of high political tension.
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The silent spy game orbiting above Earth's skies
Above Earth's atmosphere, an arms race is unfolding. Thousands of miles above the ground, satellites from different companies and nations are observing us and each other. To learn more, Olivia Gazis traveled to Vantor, a Colorado-based satellite technology company.
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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.
French teen social media ban struck down by top constitutional authority
France's social media ban, which was due to take effect on Sept. 1, would have barred younger users from networks such as TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram.
Using AI in your romantic relationships
AI is making its way into people's love lives - some say it has helped to improve their conversations while others have used it to end a relationship. Dr. Sue Varma discusses how to use AI properly, set boundaries and identify warning signs of becoming too emotionally dependent.
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Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
How a total solar eclipse stopped a war
Columbia University astronomy professor Dr. Janna Levin joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse, saying it's a reminder that humans share this Earth together and "we're all part of something larger."
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
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Mozart statuettes snatched in classical caper
To celebrate Mozart's 270th birthday this year, German artist Ottmar Hörl made 320 statuettes of the composer and his dog, Pimperl, placing them around Salzburg, Austria. However, the statuettes have been pilfered.
Italian art heist foiled
Five accused thieves are under arrest after police say they took $10 million worth of art from a private museum in an Italian villa.
Why did Luigi Mangione plead guilty?
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to two federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, reading a statement aloud to the court. Anna Schecter reports.
5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
Luigi Mangione's Guilty Plea, Explained
A major development in the Luigi Mangione case: after previously pleading not guilty to federal stalking charges, Mangione changed his plea to guilty and also admitted to shooting United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal analyst Caroline Polisi and CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman examine what changed, why the plea change matters, and what comes next in the state murder case.
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Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
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8/15: CBS Saturday Morning
Rain floods the Midwest as Lala looms over Hawaii. We look inside a spy satellite company. Plus, Putin's meeting with President Trump, a year later.
Elizabeth Cook sings "Girls of Atomic City"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Girls of Atomic City."
Elizabeth Cook takes us to "Sunset Promenade"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Sunset Promenade."
Elizabeth Cook sings "Razorwire Wall"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Razorwire Wall."
Janet Fash explains "Lifeguard: A Love Story"
Janet Fash made history when she became the first woman to serve as New York City's chief lifeguard. She joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to share stories from her new memoir, "Lifeguard: A Love Story."