Turkey halts all trade with Israel over mounting death toll in Gaza
The U.N. is warning that an Israeli offensive in Rafah would put hundreds of thousands of Palestinians "at imminent risk of death."
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NYC hosts Persian Day Parade, a celebration of Middle Eastern cultures
A sea of red filled Madison Avenue, as dancers and marchers showed off their pride at the Persian Day Parade.
Trump meets with Poland's Duda: What to know
On Wednesday night, Poland's President Duda became the latest world leader to meet with former President Donald Trump. CBS News "Face the Nation" moderator and chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan explains what came out of the meeting.
Fire at nightclub and apartment building in Istanbul kills 29
Eight people were arrested over the blaze that began in a basement where builders had been renovating Club Masquerade.
Calls for investigation into Gaza City deaths
Multiple countries are condemning Israeli forces for firing at Palestinians awaiting delivery of aid in Gaza Thursday. The Israel Defense Forces say many people were killed because they were trampled in a chaotic crush for the aid, and that its troops only fired when they felt endangered by the crowd. But Palestinian health officials say the majority of the deaths were from gunshot wounds. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab is following the calls for an independent investigation.
Workers safe after gunmen take hostages at Procter & Gamble factory in Turkey
A hostage situation, started in apparent protest of the war in Gaza, at a factory owned by Procter & Gamble in Turkey, has been resolved, officials said.
Why Hungary hasn't ratified Sweden's NATO bid
Sweden wants to join NATO and only one country stands in its way. Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins CBS News to discuss why Hungary has yet to ratify Sweden's membership — and what another NATO ally means for the U.S.
Turkey's parliament approves Sweden's NATO membership
Turkish legislators endorsed Sweden's NATO membership Tuesday, months after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan agreed to the bid following negotiations about Sweden's stance on Kurdish militant groups.
SpaceX rocket blasts off to space station
A SpaceX crew took off Thursday from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on a mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space consultants Bill Harwood, CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez and Alabama Public Radio news director Pat Duggins join with analysis.
Turkey detains Israeli soccer player for displaying Gaza war message
Israeli soccer player Sagiv Jehezkel was detained and kicked off his Turkish team for wearing a wristband referencing the war in Gaza.
Blinken back in Middle East
With fears mounting that the war in Gaza could erupt into a wider conflict across the Middle East, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is arriving in Turkey Friday for the first of many meetings over the next week. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has more.
Blinken goes on 4th Israel trip since Oct. 7
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is headed to Israel this week for his fourth visit since the war with Hamas started. Axios world editor Laurin-Whitney Gottbrath joins CBS News to discuss Blinken's goals for the trip.
Turkish soccer league suspended after club boss punches ref in the face
A soccer federation boss said "statements of club presidents, managers, coaches and television commentators targeting referees" had opened the way for the attack.
Recipe for leftover turkey
As part of our series “The Dish: Recipe,” New York Times Cooking shares an original sandwich recipe for leftover Thanksgiving turkey or rotisserie chicken. The Turkey BBQ Sandwiches recipe was inspired by a classic pulled pork sandwich.
Two-hour Thanksgiving turkey recipe
For our series "The Dish: Recipe," we teamed up with New York Times Cooking to share a special turkey recipe that cooks in under two hours and has an onion-based gravy.
Why do U.S. presidents pardon turkeys?
The U.S. has enjoyed the presidential turkey pardon for more than three decades, and the tradition continued when President Biden pardoned two lucky turkeys Monday afternoon on the South Lawn. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe nabbed a coveted interview with one of the birds, and National Turkey Federation chairman Steve Lykken.
Nature: Wild turkeys in Tennessee
On the Sunday morning before Thanksgiving, we visit with rare "smoke phase" turkeys at - where else? - Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee. Videographer: Scot Miller.
Many Thanksgiving staples cost more this year
CBS News takes a look at how the costs of turkey and all the fixings will affect Thanksgiving dinner plans. Jo Ling Kent reports.
NYC mayor says his team follows the law
New York City Mayor Eric Adams told reporters Tuesday that he and his staff are cooperating with FBI investigators who are probing his 2021 mayoral campaign for potentially illegal contributions by foreign donors. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett reports from City Hall.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams pushes back on FBI probe
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is criticizing leaks about an FBI probe into his campaign financing as new details emerge about text messages between the mayor and Turkey's consul general. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer is following the latest details.
Latest on federal probe into NYC Mayor Adams
As federal agents investigate New York City Mayor Eric Adams over allegations that his 2021 campaign conspired with the Turkish government and others to receive illegal donations, a report from The New York Times suggests Adams also pressured city officials to open Manhattan's Turkish consulate that year despite concerns over fire safety. CBS News' Nancy Chen reports on the latest accusations to hit the embattled mayor, who has said his team "followed the rules."
Prices of some Thanksgiving dinner items drop
A new report from Wells Fargo has found that turkey prices are down 9% this year, while the price of cranberries are up 20%.
Is Israel on the cusp of invading Gaza?
Israel is getting closer to carrying out its ground invasion of Gaza. CBS News' Catherine Herridge spoke with retired Gen. Joseph Votel — the former commander of U.S. Central Command, which oversees military operations in the Middle East.
Breaking down Israel's global relations
President Biden has pledged his unwavering support for Israel. Ian Bremmer, president and founder of the Eurasia Group, joins CBS News to discuss how that commitment could affect U.S. relations with Israel's friends and adversaries.
U.S. F-16 fighter jet shoots down an armed Turkish drone over Syria
U.S. officials confirm an F-16 fighter jet shot down an armed Turkish drone operating near American troops in northeastern Syria Thursday.
Stormy Daniels testifies at Trump trial about alleged sexual encounter
Stormy Daniels was called to the witness stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
Judge indefinitely delays Trump classified documents trial
The start date for former President Trump's classified documents trial was originally scheduled for May 20.
TikTok sues Biden administration to block new law that could lead to U.S. ban
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
On Netanyahu's orders, Israeli troops seize Gaza side of Rafah border
Israeli forces take "operational control" of the Gaza side of the vital Rafah border crossing as Netanyahu dismisses the latest cease-fire proposal.
While illegal crossings drop along border, migrants in Mexico grow desperate
Tens of thousands of migrants are estimated to be waiting in Mexico, in places like Ciudad Juárez where shelter space is limited and the conditions are sometimes dire.
FDIC fostered a toxic workplace rife with harassment, report finds
FDIC Chair Martin Gruenberg is also a focus of the report, which claims he treated staff in a "demeaning and inappropriate manner."
FAA investigates Boeing for falsified records on some 787 Dreamliners
Approximately 450 planes potentially could be involved, a source told CBS News.
Rep. Victoria Spartz projected to win Indiana Republican primary
Rep. Victoria Spartz, the first Ukrainian-born member of Congress, fended off eight Republican challengers for her seat, CBS News projects.
Sixth and final construction worker recovered from Key Bridge collapse site
A sixth construction worker was recovered from the Key Bridge wreckage site Tuesday.
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Stormy Daniels testifies at Trump trial about alleged sexual encounter
Stormy Daniels was called to the witness stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
Starliner launch delayed to at least May 17 to replace suspect valve in Atlas 5 rocket
United Launch Alliance decided to replace a suspect valve in the Atlas 5 rocket's upper stage, delaying launch to late next week.
While illegal crossings drop along border, migrants in Mexico grow desperate
Tens of thousands of migrants are estimated to be waiting in Mexico, in places like Ciudad Juárez where shelter space is limited and the conditions are sometimes dire.
Study raises concern over exposure to flame retardant chemicals in some car seats
According to a new study, "vehicles are likely important sources of human exposure to potentially harmful [flame retardants]."
Panera to stop selling Charged Sips caffeinated drinks at center of lawsuits
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
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Panera to stop selling Charged Sips caffeinated drinks at center of lawsuits
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
FDIC fostered a toxic workplace rife with harassment, report finds
FDIC Chair Martin Gruenberg is also a focus of the report, which claims he treated staff in a "demeaning and inappropriate manner."
Are Americans losing their taste for Starbucks?
Starbucks, once one of America's most cherished brands, is in a rut. Even long-time former CEO Howard Schultz is worried.
Nintendo hints at release date for its next Switch gaming console
Video gamers eagerly awaiting a successor to Nintendo's hit Switch system finally got a clue on when to expect a new device.
British AI startup raises $1 billion for self-driving car tech
Nvidia and Microsoft are among the backers of Wayve and its embodied AI technology, described as "GPT for driving."
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Stormy Daniels testifies at Trump trial about alleged sexual encounter
Stormy Daniels was called to the witness stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
While illegal crossings drop along border, migrants in Mexico grow desperate
Tens of thousands of migrants are estimated to be waiting in Mexico, in places like Ciudad Juárez where shelter space is limited and the conditions are sometimes dire.
Judge indefinitely delays Trump classified documents trial
The start date for former President Trump's classified documents trial was originally scheduled for May 20.
Marjorie Taylor Greene backs away from imminent threat to oust speaker
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said she would force a vote on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson this week, but appeared to be retreating on the threat — for now.
Rep. Victoria Spartz projected to win Indiana Republican primary
Rep. Victoria Spartz, the first Ukrainian-born member of Congress, fended off eight Republican challengers for her seat, CBS News projects.
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Study raises concern over exposure to flame retardant chemicals in some car seats
According to a new study, "vehicles are likely important sources of human exposure to potentially harmful [flame retardants]."
Panera to stop selling Charged Sips caffeinated drinks at center of lawsuits
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
White-coated candy recalled nationwide over salmonella risk
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Are you protecting yourself from skin cancer with these steps?
A survey from the American Academy of Dermatology finds more than one-third of adults reported getting a sunburn last year — the highest number since 2020.
Planters nuts sold in 5 states recalled due to listeria fears
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
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Drake's security guard injured in shooting at rapper's home, police say
The shooting comes amid a rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, but police said they could not speak to a motive at this stage of the investigation.
Ukraine says plot to assassinate President Volodymyr Zelenskyy foiled
2 Ukrainian security officers have been detained and accused of treason over an alleged Russian plot to kill President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Crews race to save construction workers trapped by building collapse
South African rescuers are "actually hearing people through the rubble" after a building collapsed in the city of George.
Woman accused of killing 3 with poisonous mushrooms pleads not guilty
Erin Patterson, who is accused of serving her ex-husband's family death cap mushrooms with lunch, pleaded not guilty to eight charges of murder and attempted murder.
Heineken vows nearly $50 million to transform "tired pubs" in U.K.
Heineken said the investment is a demonstration of "confidence in the resilience of the great British local in the face of uncertainty."
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Stars shine at Met Gala
Stars were in full bloom at the Met Gala Monday night. The dress code was "Garden of Time." Rachel Smith from "Entertainment Tonight" breaks down fashion's biggest night.
Brittany Howard on journey to new album
Five-time Grammy winner Brittany Howard talks about how her latest album was born from a period of intense soul-searching and solitude in Nashville.
Gayle King gets ready for the Met Gala
Gayle King gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at her preparation and journey to the Met Gala.
"Long Island" selected for Oprah Book Club
Oprah Winfrey unveils "Long Island" as her latest book club pick on "CBS Mornings." The sequel to Colm Tóibín's best-selling novel "Brooklyn," "Long Island" continues the story of Eilis Lacey more than two decades later now as a mother and wife in America.
See the 2024 Met Gala's best-dressed stars and biggest moments
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night.
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Nintendo hints at release date for its next Switch gaming console
Video gamers eagerly awaiting a successor to Nintendo's hit Switch system finally got a clue on when to expect a new device.
TikTok sues Biden administration to block new law that could lead to U.S. ban
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
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.
Long-awaited Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
Students use "Sidechat" app for protests
Sidechat, an app launched in 2022 where students can post anonymously about their colleges, is becoming a tool for those choosing to protest at U.S. campuses. Amanda Silberling, a senior culture writer for TechCrunch, joins CBS News with more details on the app.
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NASA simulation mimics flying into black hole's "point of no return"
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
Long-awaited Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
Hammerhead flatworm sightings in Canada
Reported sightings of giant, toxic, invasive hammerhead flatworms are on the rise in parts of southeastern Canada. Experts say the worms can grow up to 3 feet long and pose a risk to children, pets and other small animals. Peter Ducey, PH.D. and distinguished teaching professor at SUNY Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss the worm.
Ingenuity, NASA's "little 'copter that could" (and did!)
When NASA added a tiny four-pound helicopter as a stowaway to its Mars 2020 lander, it expected the helicopter to fly five very brief flights in the thin Martian atmosphere. Yet, Ingenuity would far surpass all expectations.
Ingenuity: NASA's remarkable Martian helicopter
When NASA added a drone named Ingenuity to its Mars 2020 rover Perseverance, it expected the tiny four-pound helicopter to fly a total of five very brief missions in the thin Martian atmosphere. But Ingenuity far surpassed all expectations, flying dozens of flights before suffering damage to its rotors in January. Correspondent David Pogue reports on how the tiny drone, created from off-the-shelf parts, continued to provide valuable data and images from the Red Planet three years into its mission.
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Idaho man gets 30 years for trying to spread HIV through sex to male victims
Alexander Louie, 34, told authorities he was not taking his HIV medication so he could purposely infect his partners.
New details released in deaths of surfers
Officials are releasing new details in the deaths of two Australians and an American who were found dead near a camping site in Mexico with gunshot wounds last week. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
Drake's security guard injured in shooting at rapper's home, police say
The shooting comes amid a rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, but police said they could not speak to a motive at this stage of the investigation.
Woman accused of killing 3 with poisonous mushrooms pleads not guilty
Erin Patterson, who is accused of serving her ex-husband's family death cap mushrooms with lunch, pleaded not guilty to eight charges of murder and attempted murder.
Man, 75, admits he killed his wife, says he couldn't afford her care
A Kansas City-area man, 75, admitted he killed his hospitalized wife, saying he couldn't take care of her or afford her medical bills, court records say.
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Starliner launch delayed to at least May 17 to replace suspect valve in Atlas 5 rocket
United Launch Alliance decided to replace a suspect valve in the Atlas 5 rocket's upper stage, delaying launch to late next week.
NASA simulation mimics flying into black hole's "point of no return"
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
What to know about Boeing's Starliner launch
Boeing's Starliner space capsule is set for a historic launch Monday night. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood looks at the long-awaited mission into orbit, and what it could mean for the future of space travel.
Long-awaited Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
Planned crewed launch of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft scrubbed
The planned piloted launch of Boeing's long-delayed Starliner crew ferry ship was called off with less than two hours to go before liftoff.
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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.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Tornado rips through Oklahoma town
The Oklahoma town of Bartlesville was devastated by a tornado Monday night. The twister, which was on the ground for some 35 miles, was one of at least 22 recorded across seven states that night. Dave Malkoff reports.
Stormy Daniels testimony: What we learned
Adult film actor Stormy Daniels took the stand in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial on Tuesday. The judge denied Trump's request for a mistrial based on her testimony. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett reports.
Police officer delivers baby on side of road
When Destiny Allen went into labor, she called her mother to take her to the hospital. But they never made it, and had to flag down Baton Rouge Police Cpl. Jason Lee, who helped deliver baby Noah on the side of the road.
USC students on cancelled commencement
The University of Southern California was the first school this year to cancel its main commencement ceremony, citing unspecified security concerns. Mark Strassmann spoke with several students about the move, the school's decision to cancel valedictorian Asna Tabassum's speech, and the ongoing protests.
Examining the growing push to arm educators
As gun violence persists in U.S. schools, some states are allowing school staff to carry weapons. CBS News reporter Haley Ott examines the reasons behind these policies and the results.