Timeline: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization
The defense secretary has been hospitalized since Jan. 1, after complications from a surgical procedure to treat prostate cancer, the Pentagon disclosed Tuesday.
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WH official: Biden not considering firing Austin
A Biden administration official tells CBS News the president is not considering firing Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin after he failed to report his hospitalization to the White House for days. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Rise in attacks on U.S. troops in Middle East
There have been more than 100 strikes targeting U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria in 2023, according to the Pentagon. Raphael Cohen, senior political scientist at the RAND Corporation, joins CBS News to discuss why attacks against the U.S. have been increasing.
How strikes could impact U.S.-Iraq relations
Overnight, the U.S. launched retaliatory strikes against an Iran-backed militia group based in Iraq following a Christmas Day drone attack that injured three U.S. service members. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has the latest from the Pentagon.
Marine Corps investigating F-35 "mishap"
The Marine Corps has ordered a two-day pause in flight operations following a mishap involving a F-35 fighter jet. David Martin has the latest on the investigation from the Pentagon.
What North Korea, Russia want from each other
Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held a rare summit Wednesday that is raising concerns over a potential military deal between the two nations. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports.
How 60 Minutes reported on the September 11th terrorist attacks
The children left behind, the World Trade Center site frozen in time, the band accompanying endless funerals: A look back at the memorable 9/11 stories told on 60 Minutes.
How the U.S. seeks to militarize outer space
Space, once the final frontier, could one day become the next battlefield. Through DARPA, the Pentagon's defense research agency, Lockheed Martin has secured a contract to develop a nuclear-powered spacecraft named "Draco." Jaganath Sankaran, assistant professor at the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin, joined CBS News to discuss the future of armed conflict.
Alleged Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira indicted by federal grand jury
Jack Teixeira, the former Air National Guardsman accused of leaking Pentagon documents, originally faced charges stemming from a criminal complaint.
More aid for Ukraine amid counteroffensive
The Pentagon has announced $325 million more in military aid to Ukraine, as Kyiv continues to press its counteroffensive to regain Russia-occupied territory. Ian Lee reports.
Trump lawyers told DOJ they couldn't find classified doc discussed in audio
The recording — from a July 2021 meeting at Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey — is a crucial piece of evidence that prosecutors obtained in recent months.
Chinese fighter jet harassed U.S. Air Force spy plane
The pilot of the Chinese jet performed an "unnecessarily aggressive maneuver" while intercepting a U.S. Air Force reconnaissance plane May 26, the Pentagon said.
Senators urge Pentagon to investigate price gouging by military contractors after 60 Minutes report
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is asking the Department of Defense to launch an investigation into longstanding price gouging by defense contractors.
How the Pentagon falls victim to price gouging by military contractors
Almost half of the Department of Defense's massive budget will go to defense contractors. Experts in the field say those contractors are overcharging the Pentagon.
Weapons contractors hitting Pentagon with inflated prices
A six-month 60 Minutes investigation found the nation's defense budget is plagued by a military supply chain rife with price gouging.
Alleged Pentagon leaker had prior warnings
Jack Teixeira, the Massachusetts Air National Guardsman accused of leaking highly-classified military documents, was warned repeatedly about his handling of top-secret material, court filings show. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has the latest.
New details in classified docs leak investigation
New court documents filed Thursday revealed that Jack Teixeira, the 21-year-old Air National guardsman charged with leaking highly classified Pentagon documents, had been warned several times about his alleged unauthorized access to highly classified information. Catherine Herridge has more.
Man accused of leaking docs requests release
Lawyers for the U.S. airman accused to leaking classified documents are asking that he be released on bail ahead of the trial. Catherine Herridge joins "CBS News Mornings" with more on what we've learned about Jack Teixeira and the argument being made against his release.
U.S. documents leak suspect appears in court
Jack Teixeira, the man accused of leaking highly classified military documents, was back in court Thursday for a hearing on whether he will remain jailed during the course of his case. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge reports.
Hearing held for suspect in Pentagon docs leak
A 21-year-old Air National Guardsman charged with leaking troves of highly classified U.S. military secrets appeared in federal court Thursday for a detention hearing. In new court documents, prosecutors said that rifles and AK-style weapons were found in Jack Teixeira's bedroom. Catherine Herridge has more.
Judge to rule on accused Pentagon leaker's detention at later date
Prosecutors say Jack Teixeira could be a significant flight risk and nations hostile to the U.S. might even try to help him flee.
Air Force suspends leaders of alleged Pentagon leaker's intelligence unit
Jack Teixeira of Massachusetts is accused of leaking hundreds of classified Pentagon documents.
Details of U.S. Embassy evacuation in Sudan
The U.S. evacuated its embassy in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, over the weekend. The move was in response to the rapid increase in violence plaguing Africa's third largest country. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has more.
U.S. tracking more than 650 potential UFOs, official says
The sightings are concentrated off the East Coast and West Coast of the U.S., in the Middle East and in the area of the South China Sea.
Lawmakers briefed on Pentagon documents leak
Lawmakers received a closed-door briefing Wednesday from top intelligence officials on the leak of classified Pentagon documents. Massachusetts Air National Guardsman Jack Teixeira was arrested and charged under the Espionage Act last week in the case. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett discusses lawmakers' reaction to the leak.
Georgia suspect's grandmother visited school one day before shooting
The suspect's grandfather also told CBS News that the boy texted his mother on the morning of the shooting, "I'm sorry."
Multiple people shot along Kentucky highway; suspect at large, authorities say
Authorities said the suspect was at large in what it described as an active shooter situation.
Harris campaign hits Trump on Taliban deal after Afghanistan criticism
In a statement, the Harris campaign says Trump's Taliban deal "set a virtually impossible deadline" for the withdrawal of U.S. troops in Afghanistan.
DNC flies Trump banners at battleground state college football games
At the University of Michigan game against Texas, fans will be reminded of J.D. Vance's ties to its bitter rival, Ohio State University.
Family of U.S. citizen killed in the West Bank demands investigation
The family of Aysenur Eygi, a U.S. citizen who was shot and killed in the West Bank on Friday, is demanding an independent investigation into her death.
Aryna Sabalenka beats Jessica Pegula in two sets to win the U.S. Open
This is the second Grand Slam title for Aryna Sabalenka, a 26-year-old from Belarus.
State trooper donates kidney, liver to strangers
About 12 people a day die waiting for a transplant. Kristie Sue Hathaway has saved two.
Line Fire explodes in size in Southern California, evacuations ordered
More than 500 homes are under a mandatory evacuation order in the city of Highland due to the growing Line Fire.
Angel Reese announces season-ending injury
Angel Reese injured her wrist in the Chicago Sky's victory over the Los Angeles Sparks Friday, in which she recorded another one of her signature double-doubles.
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Angel Reese announces season-ending injury
Angel Reese injured her wrist in the Chicago Sky's victory over the Los Angeles Sparks Friday, in which she recorded another one of her signature double-doubles.
What led a former ballerina to fatally shoot her husband?
Ashley Benefield, dubbed the "Black Swan," took the stand in her own defense during her trial for the murder of her estranged husband. Prosecutors say she killed Doug Benefield so she would have sole custody of their daughter.
Georgia suspect's grandmother visited school one day before shooting
The suspect's grandfather also told CBS News that the boy texted his mother on the morning of the shooting, "I'm sorry."
Multiple people shot along Kentucky highway; suspect at large, authorities say
Authorities said the suspect was at large in what it described as an active shooter situation.
Aryna Sabalenka beats Jessica Pegula in two sets to win the U.S. Open
This is the second Grand Slam title for Aryna Sabalenka, a 26-year-old from Belarus.
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Stellantis recalls 1.2 million Ram trucks to fix software bug
The recall covers certain Ram pickup trucks from the 2019 and 2021 through 2024 model years, mostly in North America.
Apple juice sold by Aldi and Walmart recalled due to arsenic concerns
Nearly 134,000 cases of multiple brands of apple juice are now being recalled because of of potential contamination.
More than 90 business leaders endorse Kamala Harris for president
Mark Cuban, Barry Diller and James Murdoch among the prominent business world figures backing Kamala Harris' bid for the White House.
Social Security offices forced to close because of unspecified tech problem
Social Security Administration cited a "hardware issue" after it had to close offices and suspend personalized online services.
Red Lobster to claw its way back from bankruptcy after judge approves sale
Once the deal is finalized, the seafood chain will operate under a new CEO — Damola Adamolekun, former chief executive of P.F. Chang's.
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Harris campaign hits Trump on Taliban deal after Afghanistan criticism
In a statement, the Harris campaign says Trump's Taliban deal "set a virtually impossible deadline" for the withdrawal of U.S. troops in Afghanistan.
DNC flies Trump banners at battleground state college football games
At the University of Michigan game against Texas, fans were reminded of Sen. J.D. Vance's ties to its bitter rival, Ohio State University.
Cornel West to appear on Virginia presidential ballot
Dr. Cornel West and and his running mate, Dr. Melina Abdullah, will also appear on the ballots of the battleground states of Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina and Georgia.
House GOP unveils bill to avert partial government shutdown
House Republicans released a bill to avoid a looming partial government shutdown at the end of September.
Truth behind Trump claims about U.S. troops deaths in Afghanistan
Government data shows while there was an 18-month period with no U.S. troop deaths in Afghanistan, Trump was not in office for all of this time.
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State trooper donates kidney, liver to strangers
About 12 people a day die waiting for a transplant. Kristie Sue Hathaway has saved two.
The loophole that allows food companies to decide what's safe to eat
Ultra-processed foods now make up over half of an average American adult's diet and two-thirds of an American child's.
Missouri patient contracts bird flu despite no known contact with animals
The case raises questions about how the person was exposed to the virus. All the previous U.S. infections were among people who worked around cows and poultry.
Apple juice sold by Aldi and Walmart recalled due to arsenic concerns
Nearly 134,000 cases of multiple brands of apple juice are now being recalled because of of potential contamination.
Boar's Head faces multiple lawsuits after deadly listeria outbreak
A nationwide listeria outbreak blamed for nine deaths is turning into a potential legal nightmare for food maker Boar's Head.
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Venezuela says presidential opposition leader has left country
Numerous nations, including the United States, have refused to recognize Nicolas Maduro as the winner of the presidential election.
Family of U.S. citizen killed in the West Bank demands investigation
The family of Aysenur Eygi, a U.S. citizen who was shot and killed in the West Bank on Friday, is demanding an independent investigation into her death.
Site for Queen Elizabeth II memorial revealed
The site for the memorial is close to the ceremonial route of The Mall and to Buckingham Palace, the home of her son, King Charles III.
At least 4 dead after Typhoon Yagi makes landfall in Vietnam
The typhoon was described by Vietnamese meteorological authorities as "one of the most powerful typhoons in the region over the past decade."
Man accused of planning mass shooting at NYC Jewish center, authorities say
A man accused of planning a terror attack at a New York City Jewish center was arrested in Canada, officials say.
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Wild Rivers performs "Thinking 'Bout Love
On Saturday Sessions this morning is the indie-folk sounds of Canada's Wild Rivers. Formed in Toronto, the trio first met while attending Queen's University, and were soon wowing audiences with their emotional lyrics and rich harmonies. Here is Wild Rivers with "Thinking 'Bout Love."
Wild Rivers performs "What Kind of Song"
On Saturday Sessions this morning is the indie-folk sounds of Canada's Wild Rivers. Formed in Toronto, the trio first met while attending Queen's University, and were soon wowing audiences with their emotional lyrics and rich harmonies. Here is Wild Rivers with "What Kind of Song."
Wild Rivers performs "Never Better"
On this Saturday Sessions is the indie-folk sounds of Canada's Wild Rivers. Formed in Toronto, the trio first met while attending Queen's University, and were soon wowing audiences with their emotional lyrics and rich harmonies. Here to perform the title track from "Never Better" is Wild Rivers.
Sergio Mendes, Brazilian bossa nova legend, dies at 83
The Grammy-winning musician's composition "Mas Que Nada" was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
Ticketmaster probed over Oasis tickets
A watchdog agency in the U.K. is launching an investigation into the way more than 1 million tickets were sold for Oasis' reunion tour happening next year in the U.K. and Ireland. Fans waited in hours-long virtual lines and many say they ended up paying more than double the advertised price.
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Boeing's Starliner returns to Earth without crew
Early Saturday morning, a chapter of the ongoing space saga involving two U.S. astronauts came to a close when Boeing's Starliner capsule returned to earth from the International Space Station, but with no one aboard. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
Apple set to unveil new iPhone 16 on Monday. Here's what to expect.
In addition to Apple Intelligence, here are the upgrades widely expected to be included in the latest iPhone models.
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.
FBI reports record surge in online scams
The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center saw more than 880,000 complaints last year, a 10% increase from 2022. Dan Ackerman, editor-in-chief of Micro Center News, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the rise of these threats.
Judge suspends X platform in Brazil amid feud with Elon Musk
Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes ordered the suspension of Elon Musk's social media giant X in Brazil after the billionaire refused to name a legal representative in the country.
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Missouri patient contracts bird flu despite no known contact with animals
The case raises questions about how the person was exposed to the virus. All the previous U.S. infections were among people who worked around cows and poultry.
Where plastic pollution ends up
The world is struggling to manage growing piles of plastic waste, and a new report is bringing to light the problem of burning plastics. Annually, the world produces 440 million tons of plastic each year, but the majority of plastic is often tossed in the trash. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
Climate Watch: Overheated
CBS News Climate Correspondent David Schechter explores cooling solutions to stay healthy and safe as climate change makes our planet hotter.
Warm September expected, NOAA predicts
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration outlook through November indicates warmer than average temperatures are expected in 2024. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Researchers find evidence that large sharks may be hunting each other
Researchers discovered the first known case of a porbeagle shark likely being killed by a large shark predator, raising questions about whether this rare instance represents a larger trend.
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What led a former ballerina to fatally shoot her husband?
Ashley Benefield, dubbed the "Black Swan," took the stand in her own defense during her trial for the murder of her estranged husband. Prosecutors say she killed Doug Benefield so she would have sole custody of their daughter.
Georgia suspect texted mom on day of shooting
The grandfather of the 14-year-old suspect in the Apalachee High School shooting in northern Georgia told CBS News in a phone interview that the boy texted his mother on the morning of the shooting, "I'm sorry." Dave Malkoff has more.
Multiple people shot along Kentucky highway; suspect at large, authorities say
Authorities said the suspect was at large in what it described as an active shooter situation.
Teen faces multiple charges after fatal Harford County school shooting
A 16-year-old boy was arrested and charged in the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy, that took place Friday inside Joppatowne High School.
Oregon nurse's remains found after 3-day search, neighbor arrested
Bryce Johnathan Schubert, 27, a neighbor, was arrested for her alleged murder, Beaverton Police said.
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Boeing Starliner departs ISS without crew
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft departed the International Space Station on Friday just after 6 p.m., starting a journey back to Earth without any crew on board. The ship is expected to drop out of orbit and plunge to a landing at White Sands, New Mexico, just after midnight Eastern Time.
After leaving its crew behind, Starliner makes safe return to Earth
The Starliner slammed into the discernible atmosphere 400,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean before descending to a parachute-and-airbag assisted touchdown.
Starliner returning to Earth with no crew
NASA has decided to fly Boeing's Starliner spacecraft back from the International Space Station without astronauts due to safety concerns. The spacecraft is expected to land in New Mexico just after midnight, weather permitting, marking another setback in the troubled multi-billion-dollar program.
Boeing Starliner preps for unpiloted return to Earth
Leaving its crew behind, the Starliner is expected to undock and head for landing in New Mexico to wrap up a disappointing test flight.
2 astronauts bumped from SpaceX flight to make room for Starliner crew
Crew 9 commander Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson will stay behind when the Crew 9 mission takes off on Sept. 24.
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Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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How the trend of slacklining is gaining momentum
On any given Wednesday in the heart of San Francisco, a unique community comes to life. They're known as slackliners, an eclectic group of people connected by their love for balance, precision and a touch of daring. Itay Hod has more.
Boeing's Starliner returns to Earth without crew
Early Saturday morning, a chapter of the ongoing space saga involving two U.S. astronauts came to a close when Boeing's Starliner capsule returned to earth from the International Space Station, but with no one aboard. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
Israeli protesters call for hostage deal
Thousands of Israeli demonstrators took to the streets again Saturday, demanding their government make a deal to bring Hamas-held hostages home. Rather than work towards an agreement to release the hostages and bring a cease-fire to suffering Gazan Palestinians, Israeli protesters accuse Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of stalling. Elizabeth Palmer reports from Tel Aviv.
Harris, Trump prepare for debate
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are getting ready for their debate Tuesday in Philadelphia, but in vastly different ways. Weijia Jiang reports.
Thousands pack Sao Paulo stadium for NFL game
The Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers faced off Friday night in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in what marked the NFL's first ever game in South America. Manuel Bojorquez was there for the historic event.