Huge blast kills little girl in Kabul, leaves other kids wounded
At least 15 injured in explosion in Afghan capital, which witnesses say was a suicide car bomb
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Taliban suspected in abduction of dozens, including cops
Insurgents attack police checkpoint and stop bus carrying police in restive Kandahar province
Millions of Afghans tell court they're war crimes victims
"It is shocking there are so many," rights worker says of statements on alleged atrocities collected by International Criminal Court
Civilian casualties down, airstrike deaths up in Afghanistan
7 percent increase in people killed, injured by U.S., allied air power -- highest number from airstrikes in single year since 2009
Rambling Taliban letter has message for "the American people"
Taliban urges Americans to press their government to withdraw from Afghanistan, reminding them that the Afghan war is the longest conflict in which they have been embroiled
U.S. unleashes 4 days of intense "precision" bombing on Taliban
Military says dozens of guided bombs wielded in "direct effort to destroy insurgent revenue sources, training facilities, and support networks"
Like Trump, Taliban reject talks, blame U.S. for bloodshed
As extremist group blows up civilians by the dozens, leader tells his followers he won't "sell out" for sake of peace
At least 11 killed in ISIS attack on military academy
Afghan officials say 2 militants blew themselves up in latest violence by Islamic extremists to hit capital city Kabul
Official: Death toll in Kabul suicide bombing climbs to 95
The bombing came a week after Taliban militants killed 22 at an international hotel in the city
Gen. Votel was in Kabul during suicide bombing, CENTCOM confirms
"It was a large explosion that did not escape the attention of any of our people in Kabul," CENTCOM public affairs director said
4 dead in attack on Save the Children office
Afghan officials say gunmen stormed charity's office in Nangahar province, killing guards and civilians as ISIS affiliate claims attack
Hotel attack in Afghanistan shows danger remains after 16 years of war
A suicide squad of six Taliban fighters terrorized the Intercontinental Hotel for 14 hours before the last of them was killed
U.S. nationals among Kabul hotel attack victims
Details remain murky 3 days after deadly Taliban siege on popular Intercontinental Hotel in Afghan capital
Survivors recount horror of Taliban attack on hotel
"It was the worst night of my life," local official says after escaping Kabul siege by jumping out window into a tree
Taliban-linked cleric out of jail in Pakistan, into hospital
93-year-old Sufi Mohammad volunteered with thousands to fight Americans; his release comes amid spat with Trump
Facing U.S. aid cut Pakistan says no "fear," but confusion
Senior officials signal say they will develop strategy "cool-headedly" after analyzing "both sides" of Trump administration
Ex-hostage's wife speaks out on husband's sex assault case
Joshua Boyle charged with 15 offences, including sexual assault, after release from captivity in Afghanistan
Trump's tweet on Pakistan's "lies" draws angry response
U.S. ambassador summoned to give explanation of president's New Year's Day tweet accusing Asian nation of "deceit"
Gunmen storm building near Afghan intel training center
Officials say three militants behind ISIS-claimed assault in Kabul killed and security forces sustained only minor injuries
U.S. Marines to head home after helping turn tide on Taliban
But as U.S. commander tells CBS News, "there's still lots to be done" in Afghanistan's sprawling Helmand province
Vehicle accident leaves U.S. soldier dead in Afghanistan
U.S. military says two other troops were injured in incident, which did not involve contact with enemy
Taliban claims deadly attack on research students
Pakistani officials say 9 killed, dozens wounded in attack on government complex for agriculture research in Peshawar
Prosecutor wants criminal probe of U.S., CIA personnel
International Criminal Court prosecutor asked judges to authorize an investigation into possible war crimes in Afghanistan
Former Taliban hostage says captivity "intolerable" for her children
"We had to come up with really unique ideas on how to help him not be afraid," Caitlan Coleman Boyle says of son born in captivity
ISIS claims deadly blast targeting politicians in Kabul
Afghan officials say at least 9 people killed, including two police officers, in attack at wedding hall
Maps show where winter storm will bring ice, snow, brutal cold this weekend
Heavy snow, ice and brutal cold are expected to make this winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event, stretching across two-thirds of the U.S.
Ryan Wedding, Olympic athlete turned alleged drug kingpin, arrested
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list last year.
How much snow are you getting this weekend? See the forecast.
A winter storm is forecast to dump up to 24 inches of snow in some places this weekend, and many are wondering: How much snow are we actually getting?
Preparing for the winter storm? Why ice may be more dangerous than snow
Accumulating ice may pose even bigger problems than snow in this weekend's winter storm.
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General strike, rally, marches in Minnesota today to protest ICE
Hundreds of businesses in the Twin Cities are closed Friday to protest the presence of federal immigration agents in Minnesota, as thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets of downtown Minneapolis in a show of solidarity.
Trump says "armada" of warships is headed toward Iran "just in case"
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
School officials say 5-year-old was ICE "bait." DHS says he was abandoned.
The Department of Homeland Security disputes a Minnesota school district's claims that ICE agents used a 5-year-old boy as bait before taking the boy and his father into custody Wednesday.
5 arrested in connection with shooting of judge, wife in Indiana
Five people have been arrested in connection with the Sunday shooting of a judge and his wife in Indiana, according to authorities.
RNC clears the way for "midterm convention" later this year
The Republican National Committee on Friday voted to amend its bylaws to clear the way for a GOP "midterm convention" ahead of November's elections.
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5-year-old taken into ICE custody has immigration case, preventing deportation
The 5-year-old immigrant boy taken into ICE custody alongside his father in Minnesota has an active immigration case and cannot be legally deported yet, records reviewed by CBS News indicate.
Here's what it takes to achieve an 800 credit score
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Bank of America may introduce credit card with 10% APR
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
Judge says feds must fund child care subsidies in 5 states for now
A federal judge says the Trump administration must keep the money flowing for now for programs aimed at helping low-income families with children in five states.
Preparing for the winter storm? Why ice may be more dangerous than snow
Accumulating ice may pose even bigger problems than snow in this weekend's winter storm.
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Here's what it takes to achieve an 800 credit score
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Bank of America may introduce credit card with 10% APR
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
How to heat your home safely as fierce winter storm grips the U.S.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
What to know about EVs as the winter storm brings bone-chilling temps
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Tesla Cybertruck sales plunged 48% in in 2025
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
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5-year-old taken into ICE custody has immigration case, preventing deportation
The 5-year-old immigrant boy taken into ICE custody alongside his father in Minnesota has an active immigration case and cannot be legally deported yet, records reviewed by CBS News indicate.
RNC clears the way for "midterm convention" later this year
The Republican National Committee on Friday voted to amend its bylaws to clear the way for a GOP "midterm convention" ahead of November's elections.
Judge says feds must fund child care subsidies in 5 states for now
A federal judge says the Trump administration must keep the money flowing for now for programs aimed at helping low-income families with children in five states.
Book excerpt: "Where We Keep the Light" by Josh Shapiro
In his new memoir, the Pennsylvania governor writes of the aftermath of the April 2025 arson attack on his home, and of the character of ordinary Americans representing "the bonds that lead to a more perfect union."
Trump says "armada" of warships is headed toward Iran "just in case"
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
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Loss of measles-free status would be "cost of doing business," new CDC deputy says
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
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Trump says "armada" of warships is headed toward Iran "just in case"
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
Ukrainians struggle as Russian strikes close schools, cut heat and power
Russia's relentless strikes leave families in Kyiv without heat and power, and keep schools closed for at least a month.
Trump outrages NATO allies with remarks on war in Afghanistan
European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.
Rower in 3,000-mile race rescued in the dark of night, hours after capsizing
Benoit Bourguet, 47, was competing in a rowing race from Spain to Antigua when large waves capsized his single-man vessel.
How Barron Trump became a remote witness in a U.K. rape case
A court hears that President Trump's youngest son called police to report an ongoing attack on a female friend in Britain after seeing it on a video chat.
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Madison Beer opens up about music journey
Madison Beer says music has always been her escape since she started writing songs at just 6 years old. But the 26-year-old has had to navigate ups and downs in her journey to stardom. Anthony Mason reports.
"Sinners" breaks Oscar nominations record
"Sinners" set an all-time record for the most Oscar nominations with 16, including for best picture. Not far behind is "One Battle After Another" with 13 nominations. Meanwhile, "Wicked: For Good" received zero nominations, even in categories where the first "Wicked" movie won just last year.
"Heated Rivalry" boosting demand for NHL tickets, SeatGeek says
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Jessica Williams talks new "Shrinking" season
Jessica Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the upcoming season of "Shrinking," which follows a therapist as he navigates life after the loss of his wife. She talks about her character, how her own mental health helps shape the role, and working with Michael J. Fox and Harrison Ford.
Breaking down Oscar nominations
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards have been revealed. Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes correspondent Erik Davis breaks down the major Oscar categories.
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Microsoft says outage affecting several services has been resolved
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company settles lawsuit
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul 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.
Elon Musk says at Davos that robots will one day outnumber people
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube looks to get rid of fake AI videos
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
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Officials on 5-year-old boy detained by ICE
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
Jury selection date set in Mangione trial
At a pretrial hearing on Friday, a judge set the date for jury selection in the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom and has the details.
New video shows Ryan Wedding in FBI custody
CBS News has obtained video of the moment FBI agents escorted former Olympic snowboarder and accused drug kingpin Ryan Wedding off a plane in California. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
5-year-old Liam Ramos detained by ICE
Five-year-old Liam Ramos is now being held at an ICE detention facility in Texas, CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports. Here's what we know about the case.
Ryan Wedding arrested, officials say
Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became a drug kingpin and is accused of orchestrating multiple murders, has been arrested, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on Friday. CBS News' Anna Shecter reports.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Officials on 5-year-old boy detained by ICE
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
Jury selection date set in Mangione trial
At a pretrial hearing on Friday, a judge set the date for jury selection in the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom and has the details.
New video shows Ryan Wedding in FBI custody
CBS News has obtained video of the moment FBI agents escorted former Olympic snowboarder and accused drug kingpin Ryan Wedding off a plane in California. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
Preparations to prevent Oklahoma power grid issues
A dangerous winter storm is taking aim at millions of Americans this weekend. Leigh Anne Strahler, president and COO of Public Service Company of Oklahoma, joins CBS News to discuss how the utility provider is preparing to prevent power grid issues.
Trump on ally invited to "Board of Peace"
President Trump says the invitation for Canada to join his "Board of Peace" has been withdrawn. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more.