U.S. citizens travel to Ukraine to help in war efforts
The Ukrainian government reports more than 16,000 foreigners have already arrived in Ukraine.
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Fears of a humanitarian crisis in Ukraine: CBS News Flash, March 8, 2022
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on President Biden to implement a no-fly zone -- something the U.S. has opposed so far. But U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered 500 additional troops to nearby Poland, Romania and Germany to, "respond to the current security environment in light of Russia's renewed aggression against Ukraine. Russia has proposed a new ceasefire in five Ukrainian cities. Ukraine has yet to formally agree to the proposal. The U.N. estimates at least 1.7 million refugees have fled Ukraine since the beginning of the invasion.
How Kyiv's community is rallying in a time of war: "We're standing"
By night, Viktor Vemuna is in a bomb shelter with his family. During the day, he's doing everything he can to help his fellow Ukrainians survive.
Ukrainians measure time by the "number of the day of the war"
Nadia hasn't been to the seaside in 20 years. The thought of returning is helping her get through what feels like a "millennia" of war in Kharkiv.
Julia Kochetovar photographs Russian invasion
Ukrainian photographer Julia Kochetova joins "CBS News Mornings" with a look at the war in Ukraine through her camera lens.
Ukraine's refugee crisis grows
It's been nearly two weeks since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine, and the refugee crisis in the country is only getting worse. Mothers and their children have been forced to flee on foot -- many leaving their loved ones behind, not knowing when they will be reunited. Tony Dokoupil reports.
Russian attacks kill civilians fleeing Ukraine
Russia is continuing its assault on Ukraine, including the apparent shelling of residential neighborhoods. Ukrainian President Zelensky said the country would "never forgive" the deaths of civilians. Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
A look inside Ukraine as Russia invades
A photo from Kyiv, Ukraine in today's New York Times depicts several Ukrainian soldiers trying to save a man after Russian forces shelled groups of civilians trying to flee from the violence of the Russian invasion. Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Lynsey Addario spoke with CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Jim Axelrod about the image and her experience during the growing crisis in Ukraine.
Russia ramps up cyberattacks, disinformation
Russia is ramping up cyberattacks against Ukraine, and Microsoft says at least 20 Ukrainian agencies have been targeted. CBS News technology reporter Dan Patterson joins us to discuss the latest.
Photographing Russia's war atrocities in Ukraine
Photojournalist Lynsey Addario has spent her career documenting war zones -- including a photo she took for the New York Times of a family lying dead while trying to flee from a Ukrainian city. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell talks to Addario about the crisis in Ukraine, Russian soldiers attacking civilians and more.
Angelina Jolie arrives in Yemen to aid refugees
The actress and filmmaker also called for an end to the violence in Ukraine and to allow "humanitarian access" there.
Ukrainian woman donates proceeds from her Texas bakery to her homeland's military
A woman who left Ukraine and settled in San Antonio, Texas, is doing what she can to support her homeland.
Holocaust survivors in Ukraine traumatized by Russia's invasion
"It's hard to wrap my mind around the fact that in '41, I had to hide in the basement of this building, and that I'm going to have do that again now."
Russia fights an information war
Moscow is increasingly using harsh tactics to control information about the war in Ukraine, such as banning Facebook and passing a law that could jail journalists and others for promoting what it calls "fake news" about its military. Chris Krebs, former director of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the latest developments.
Netflix, TikTok suspend services in Russia
"Given the circumstances on the ground, we have decided to suspend our service in Russia," a Netflix spokesperson said, joining a growing list of companies that have stopped doing business in the country.
Crypto companies resist pressure to close Russian accounts
Coinbase and other crypto exchanges say pulling back in Russia would hurt ordinary investors.
Russia's military and economic wars
The Russian economy is feeling the dire impacts of a global economic freeze-out as the situation on the ground in Ukraine worsens. Derek Thompson, a staff writer at The Atlantic, joins CBS News to discuss the two wars Russia is currently fighting: the war on the battlefield in Ukraine, and the war the West is waging on the Russian economy.
3/6/2022: Platform 4, State of the Pandemic, Flying Blind
Ukrainian refugees reaching Polish train station share their stories; the state of the coronavirus pandemic; legally blind, 15-year-old freeride skier Jacob Smith
Russia's invasion halts refugee evacuation
The Russian military failed to keep a cease-fire twice over the weekend. A promise Monday to see the cease-fire through is being kept, but those who couldn't flee are left to deal with the harm and fear being inflicted upon their country. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins anchors Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green from Kyiv with a look inside some homes of the war torn country.
Russian restaurants in U.S. face harassment over Ukraine war
"We have nothing to do with the war," one restaurateur said. "We want the war to end. We did not invade Ukraine."
Russian gymnast's Ukraine invasion symbol called "shocking"
Russian gymnast Ivan Kuliak sported a "Z' insignia linked to the invasion of Ukraine on a podium as he stood next to Ukrainian rival.
Anti-war protesters fill streets across world
Across the globe, anti-war protesters filled streets and squares denouncing Russia's invasion into Ukraine. “CBS Mornings” co-host Tony Dokoupil reports.
Ukrainian refugees arrive in Poland
Hundreds of thousands of people have left most of their belongings behind to flee Ukraine as Russia invades, seeking safety in neighboring countries. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil joins CBS News from the Polish border to offer details on humanitarian efforts and the refugees.
Ukrainians fleeing to Poland face long journey, frigid weather
Around one million people have arrived in Poland since Russia began invading Ukraine on February 24, Polish officials said.
Who are the Russian oligarchs the U.S. is targeting with sanctions?
The move against Russia's wealthiest and politically connected families is meant to ramp up the pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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Trump lauds "very good meetings" as indirect U.S.-Iran talks resume
Vance says the U.S. has accomplished its "core mission" in Iran, as Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner meet mediators in Qatar, but not Iranians.
One NYC neighborhood has dozens of adult daycares. Now the feds have questions.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
NCAA chief: No plan to change rules on transgender athletes after SCOTUS ruling
NCAA President Charlie Baker told CBS News he doesn't think the group will need to change its rules on transgender athletes in light of a Supreme Court ruling that allowed states to ban their participation.
More than 1,000 cases under review after Broadview Six misconduct revelations
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.
U.S. helicopter goes down in Arabian Sea, crew member missing, Navy says
The helicopter, which was assigned to the USS George H.W. Bush, is not believed to have been taken down by hostile action, the Navy said.
About 2,000 U.S. troops supporting relief efforts after Venezuela earthquakes
Almost 60,000 buildings may have been damaged or destroyed in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes last week, according to a NASA satellite assessment.
2 people climb to top of NYC's Empire State Building, appear to get engaged
Two people climbed to the top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
This July 4th could be hottest ever in parts of U.S.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
Jaylen Brown reportedly traded from Celtics to 76ers
Jaylen Brown is done with the Boston Celtics. The Celtics have traded Brown to Philadelphia 76ers.
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Couples are spending thousands more on weddings. Here's why.
Tariffs, inflation and changing consumer habits are reshaping how much Americans spend to tie the knot.
What is the "buy, borrow, die" tax strategy Gavin Newsom wants to ban?
As a proposed billionaire tax in California moves forward, Gov. Newsom says other approaches are needed, including closing a tax loophole used by the ultra-rich.
Former CIA Director John Brennan sues DOJ, Trump officials over criminal probes
Brennan is seeking a court order to force the preservation of records in the investigations targeting him. His attorneys say he's being "vindictively singled out for investigation."
U.S. says it won't extend key trade deal with Canada and Mexico
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will remain in effect until it expires in 2036, unless the countries strike another deal to extend it.
U.S. helicopter goes down in Arabian Sea, crew member missing, Navy says
The helicopter, which was assigned to the USS George H.W. Bush, is not believed to have been taken down by hostile action, the Navy said.
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Couples are spending thousands more on weddings. Here's why.
Tariffs, inflation and changing consumer habits are reshaping how much Americans spend to tie the knot.
What is the "buy, borrow, die" tax strategy Gavin Newsom wants to ban?
As a proposed billionaire tax in California moves forward, Gov. Newsom says other approaches are needed, including closing a tax loophole used by the ultra-rich.
U.S. says it won't extend key trade deal with Canada and Mexico
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will remain in effect until it expires in 2036, unless the countries strike another deal to extend it.
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Anthropic says Trump admin. lifted restrictions on powerful Claude AI models
Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic says the federal government lifted a set of restrictions on its powerful Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, resolving a weekslong dispute.
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NCAA chief: No plan to change rules on transgender athletes after SCOTUS ruling
NCAA President Charlie Baker told CBS News he doesn't think the group will need to change its rules on transgender athletes in light of a Supreme Court ruling that allowed states to ban their participation.
About 2,000 U.S. troops supporting relief efforts after Venezuela earthquakes
Almost 60,000 buildings may have been damaged or destroyed in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes last week, according to a NASA satellite assessment.
One NYC neighborhood has dozens of adult daycares. Now the feds have questions.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
Former CIA Director John Brennan sues DOJ, Trump officials over criminal probes
Brennan is seeking a court order to force the preservation of records in the investigations targeting him. His attorneys say he's being "vindictively singled out for investigation."
More than 1,000 cases under review after Broadview Six misconduct revelations
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.
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Actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
Medicare to help pay for some GLP-1 drugs
Starting Wednesday, Medicare will help pay for some GLP-1 medications for weight loss. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder explains what this means for patients.
New disease threats follow Trump administration's health program cuts
From screwworm to flesh-eating bacteria, mounting public health risks are emerging in the wake of deep cuts to federal health agencies and programs.
What is the viral trend looksmaxxing?
Looksmaxxing is a viral and controversial trend that encourages young men to maximize their appearance. Adam Yamaguchi shows why it's resonating with some people.
He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
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About 2,000 U.S. troops supporting relief efforts after Venezuela earthquakes
Almost 60,000 buildings may have been damaged or destroyed in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes last week, according to a NASA satellite assessment.
U.S. helicopter goes down in Arabian Sea, crew member missing, Navy says
The helicopter, which was assigned to the USS George H.W. Bush, is not believed to have been taken down by hostile action, the Navy said.
Dog pulled from rubble 5 days after Venezuela quakes, video shows
Dramatic video showed the moment a rescue team pulled a small dog from the rubble nearly a week after twin earthquakes devastated Venezuela.
How Iran could try to control the Strait of Hormuz — and profit from it
Some experts say the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its pre-war state, so what could the future of this vital shipping lane look like?
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Trump lauds "very good meetings" as indirect U.S.-Iran talks resume
Vance says the U.S. has accomplished its "core mission" in Iran, as Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner meet mediators in Qatar, but not Iranians.
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CBS News journalists on Swift-Kelce wedding
Rumors are swirling about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tying the knot at Madison Square Garden. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Gabrielle Ake, self-described Swifties, join "The Takeout" with the latest.
What we know about rumored Swift-Kelce wedding
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding festivities are expected to begin Thursday, sources said. Crews have been spotted at Madison Square Garden in New York City unloading equipment ahead of the July Fourth weekend. Here's what we know so far.
Swift-Kelce wedding events taking shape
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding events are set to begin in New York City, sources say. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has the latest.
Sophia Bush, Jerry O'Connell on new comedy
Sophia Bush and Jerry O'Connell join CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss their new comedy, "Summer's Last Resort," which premieres on Tubi July 3.
Stars talk "Summer's Last Resort" comedy
Sophia Bush and Jerry O'Connell talk to "CBS Mornings" about starring in the coming-of-age comedy "Summer's Last Resort." Bush discusses what drew her to the project and says there was "never a dull day on set," while O'Connell reveals what his daughters thought about the film.
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Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
White House lifted AI limits, Anthropic says
Tech giant Anthropic says that the federal government has now removed restrictions from its robust Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models. Axios reporter Madison Mills has more on artificial intelligence regulation.
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.
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
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NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
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NYC building climbers engaged, under arrest
Two people in black masks scaled the Empire State Building, scrambling the New York City Police Department. They call themselves "roof-toppers," or stunt climbers, and they unfurled a banner about world peace before one of them got out a ring and proposed. By the time they got down, they were engaged and under arrest. Tom Hanson reports.
More than 1,000 cases under review after Broadview Six misconduct revelations
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.
Potential charges for Empire State Building climbers
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building Wednesday and unfurled a banner before seemingly getting engaged. CBS News law enforcement contributor Rodney Harrison has more on what repercussions the couple could face.
Couple climbs Empire State Building: Details
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City on Wednesday, unfurling a banner and appearing to get engaged. CBS News' Tom Hanson and Shanelle Kaul have more.
3 in custody after CBS News Chicago crew attacked near Adler Planetarium
During the incident, a reporter and photographer were approached by three men, one with a dog, before their news truck and gear were destroyed.
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NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
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High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
NYC bar claims founding father history
If you want to party like a founding father, Fraunces Tavern in New York City promises that experience this July 4. The owner says the Sons of Liberty drank, argued and celebrated there. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Fan fever over Swift-Kelce wedding
Fan fever is rising over the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding as forklifts, bins and boxes arrive outside of Madison Square Garden in New York City. Jo Ling Kent has more details.
Trump acknowledges his crypto gains
After the Office of Government Ethics revealed just how much crypto money the president has been making, Tony Dokoupil asks how this sort of thing is allowed ethically and legally.
Trump flies aboard new Air Force One
President Trump responded to new ethics questions on two fronts - the use of a luxury Boeing Jet, gifted by the Qatari government as a temporary Air Force One, and his newly disclosed billion-dollar crypto fortune. Nancy Cordes has more.