U.K. and Germany bank on rapid testing as anti-COVID tactics evolve
Liverpool to trial citywide testing program as Britain grapples with surging infections, while Germany tries a new approach to protect the elderly.
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Nigel Farage rebrands Brexit Party to challenge U.K.'s COVID-19 lockdown
"The debate over how to respond to COVID is becoming even more toxic than that over Brexit," Farage said.
Court rules against Johnny Depp in libel suit
A London court has ruled against actor Johnny Depp in a libel lawsuit. CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports for CBSN.
Johnny Depp loses libel case against tabloid's "wife-beater" story
U.K. High Court judge says ex-wife Amber Heard's accusations that Depp was violent were "proved to the civil standard" in court, but Depp's lawyers plan to appeal.
Guns from U.S. gun stores keep ending up in British criminals' hands
A senior law officer says the "array of weapons" available to criminals in the U.S. makes a "rich marketplace for criminal groups" in the U.K.
Europe imposes new COVID-19 restrictions
Coronavirus is surging across Europe, forcing several countries to tighten restrictions. France enters a new national lockdown on Friday, while Germany is closing pubs, restaurants and entertainment venues in a attempt to slow the spread. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joined CBSN from London.
How Europe sees the 2020 U.S. presidential election
With the 2020 presidential election less than two weeks away, the eyes of the world are on the United States to see who it picks as the nation's next leader. Seth Doane speaks to Europeans, including the U.K.'s former ambassador to the U.S. Kim Darroch, about how the race looks from the outside, and how relations between Europe and the U.S. have been shaped under the Trump administration.
U.K. "challenge" trials will infect volunteers with COVID
As the world surpasses 40 million confirmed coronavirus cases, there is now a call for volunteers in the U.K. willing to be infected with the virus in the first-ever COVID-19 "challenge" trial. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
COVID restrictions vary across the U.K.
The United Kingdom is seeing a spike in new coronavirus infections. However, the types of restrictions people face depend on where they live. CBS News contributor Simon Bates looks at what the four countries that make up the U.K. are doing differently.
COVID 2nd wave drives more European countries back into lockdown
Northern Ireland, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands are all trying to break the cycle of spiraling infections with short, sharp lockdowns, and others may follow.
U.K. prime minister to announce three-tier lockdown system
England's deputy chief medical officer, Professor Jonathan Van-Tam, warned that the U.K. is at a "tipping point" akin to where the country was in March.
China reports no new spread of COVID-19
China says it hasn't had any new cases of community transmission of COVID-19 in over 45 days, while many European nations are facing second waves and new lockdowns. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports from Beijing.
U.K. considers housing refugees on ferries
In September alone, nearly 2,000 migrants entered the U.K. illegally by boat -- more than all of 2019. In response, authorities are cracking down on human smugglers, and reportedly considering housing asylum-seekers on disused ferries while their claims are being processed. BBC News' Simon Jones has this report for CBSN.
Parrots at zoo separated after swearing profusely at visitors
"If they teach the others bad language and I end up with 250 swearing birds, I don't know what we'll do," said the wildlife sanctuary's chief executive.
U.K. tightens COVID-19 restrictions
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a series of new, tightened coronavirus restrictions across the country as the United Kingdom battles to contain a nationwide surge of COVID-19. CBS News contributor Simon Bates joins us for this weekend's edition of "London Calling."
U.K. imposes new COVID restrictions
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has imposed new restrictions as the country battles a second wave of the coronavirus. CBS News contributor Simon Bates has our latest edition of "London Calling."
U.K. reports record number of new virus cases
London, home to almost 9 million people, is being labelled an "area of concern."
U.K. imposes new restrictions as COVID cases rise
New coronavirus cases are skyrocketing across the U.K. and now Prime Minister Boris Johnson is rolling out new restrictions to slow the outbreak. Holly Williams reports.
U.S. surpasses 200,000 COVID-19 deaths
The official COVID-19 death toll in the U.S. has surpassed 200,000, the most of any nation, according to Johns Hopkins University. Internal medicine specialist and immunologist Dr. Neeta Ogden joined CBSN to discuss this devastating milestone.
U.K. leader tightens up COVID restrictions as virus surges back
"This is the moment when we must act," Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned Britons as hit pubs and restaurants with new rules.
U.K. announces new COVID-19 restrictions
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the U.K. is at "a perilous turning point" in the coronavirus pandemic, as newly confirmed cases have skyrocketed. Johnson announced a series of new coronavirus restrictions in an effort to curb the spread. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more.
Europeans face prospect of 2nd lockdowns as COVID cases surge
Some U.K. regions are already locked down again, as the government warns daily infections could hit 50,000 without action.
Global community faces threats of surge in COVID-19 cases
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from London on the overseas impact of the coronavirus.
U.K. prepares for mass vaccine distribution
As parts of Europe face a second wave of the coronavirus pandemic, the United Kingdom is preparing vaccine distribution facilities before a vaccine has even been approved. CBS News' Holly Williams has more in the series "Racing to a Cure."
Latest on U.S. woman accused in U.K. death
Britain's Crown Prosecution Service announced that Anne Sacoolas will not face a U.K. judge in connection with the hit-and-run death of Harry Dunn. Tanya Rivero spoke with CBS foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab about what this means for the Dunn family.
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Coast Guard operating in "crisis" as shutdown halts pay, strains missions overseas
The Coast Guard will run out of funding to pay personnel on May 1, with the first missed paychecks expected May 15.
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Iran war pushes oil prices to 4-year high as Hegseth to face lawmakers
Oil prices hit a 4-year high as Axios reports Trump will hear new options to try to break the Strait of Hormuz standoff with Iran with a new wave of attacks.
House adopts Senate-approved budget resolution to unlock ICE funding
The budget blueprint is the first step in Republicans' two-pronged plan to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
Janet Mills ends Senate campaign in Maine, paving way for Graham Platner
Maine Gov. Janet Mills' exit from the race all but assures Graham Platner will get the Democratic nomination to take on Sen. Susan Collins.
As Iran war nears key 60-day deadline, Congress and Trump face choices
The War Powers Resolution sets deadlines for the president to end hostilities without congressional approval.
Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany
President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
RFK Jr.'s healthy food agenda puts hospitals on notice about patients' meals
The backlash was immediate after the Trump administration served notice that hospitals and nursing homes should limit sugary drinks and dietary supplements in favor of what HHS terms "real food."
U.K. pledges $34 million to fight antisemitism emergency after stabbing
The British government's terrorism prevention adviser describes anti-Jewish attacks as the "biggest national security emergency" since 2017.
Oil prices hit wartime peak, with Brent crude touching $126 a barrel
Brent crude surged past $126 a barrel early Thursday, while U.S. gasoline prices jumped to $4.30 a gallon.
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GDP rose at 2% annual rate in first quarter as U.S. economy rebounds
The AI boom propped up U.S. economic growth in the first quarter, but inflation due to the Iran war is casting a cloud.
David Allan Coe, singer who wrote "Take This Job and Shove It," dies at 86
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
Janet Mills ends Senate campaign in Maine, paving way for Graham Platner
Maine Gov. Janet Mills' exit from the race all but assures Graham Platner will get the Democratic nomination to take on Sen. Susan Collins.
Oil prices hit wartime peak, with Brent crude touching $126 a barrel
Brent crude surged past $126 a barrel early Thursday, while U.S. gasoline prices jumped to $4.30 a gallon.
New Orleans sheriff indicted after investigation into escape of 10 inmates
Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson was indicted on 30 felony counts after a probe into one of the largest jailbreaks in U.S. history, which occurred under her watch.
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GDP rose at 2% annual rate in first quarter as U.S. economy rebounds
The AI boom propped up U.S. economic growth in the first quarter, but inflation due to the Iran war is casting a cloud.
Oil prices hit wartime peak, with Brent crude touching $126 a barrel
Brent crude surged past $126 a barrel early Thursday, while U.S. gasoline prices jumped to $4.30 a gallon.
Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
Ford to receive $1.3 billion government refund for Trump's IEEPA tariffs
Detroit automaker expects big financial boost from refund of tariffs struck down earlier this year by the Supreme Court.
Talks to bail out Spirit Airlines stall as company teeters toward collapse
Spirit Airlines only has enough available cash to continue operations for a matter of days, not weeks, and talks for a government-backed rescue of the no-frills carrier have stalled, sources say.
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Janet Mills ends Senate campaign in Maine, paving way for Graham Platner
Maine Gov. Janet Mills' exit from the race all but assures Graham Platner will get the Democratic nomination to take on Sen. Susan Collins.
As Iran war nears key 60-day deadline, Congress and Trump face choices
The War Powers Resolution sets deadlines for the president to end hostilities without congressional approval.
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Coast Guard operating in "crisis" as shutdown halts pay, strains missions overseas
The Coast Guard will run out of funding to pay personnel on May 1, with the first missed paychecks expected May 15.
RFK Jr.'s healthy food agenda puts hospitals on notice about patients' meals
The backlash was immediate after the Trump administration served notice that hospitals and nursing homes should limit sugary drinks and dietary supplements in favor of what HHS terms "real food."
House adopts Senate-approved budget resolution to unlock ICE funding
The budget blueprint is the first step in Republicans' two-pronged plan to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
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RFK Jr.'s healthy food agenda puts hospitals on notice about patients' meals
The backlash was immediate after the Trump administration served notice that hospitals and nursing homes should limit sugary drinks and dietary supplements in favor of what HHS terms "real food."
Beyond crisis lines: How broader suicide prevention helps people in need
A new approach to suicide prevention shifts the focus from stopping harm in moments of crisis to upstream policies that give people reasons to live.
Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
A $50 billion federal fund is supposed to modernize rural healthcare. But community clinics and advocates fear that the contractors administering the money for states will bite off a big chunk before it reaches patients.
A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla off Greek coast, activists say
The Global Sumud Flotilla said 22 of its 58 vessels were "abducted," while the Israeli foreign ministry derided the convoy as a "condom flotilla."
U.K. pledges $34 million to fight antisemitism emergency after stabbing
The British government's terrorism prevention adviser describes anti-Jewish attacks as the "biggest national security emergency" since 2017.
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Iran war pushes oil prices to 4-year high as Hegseth faces lawmakers
Oil prices hit a 4-year high as Axios reports Trump will hear new options to try to break the Strait of Hormuz standoff with Iran with a new wave of attacks.
Divers find wreck of iconic U.S. ship torpedoed in WWI, killing 131
The sinking of the Coast Guard Cutter Tampa killed 131 people, making it the largest loss of life on any U.S. combat ship during the war.
As Iran war nears key 60-day deadline, Congress and Trump face choices
The War Powers Resolution sets deadlines for the president to end hostilities without congressional approval.
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David Allan Coe, singer who wrote "Take This Job and Shove It," dies at 86
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
New details in case against singer D4vd
Musician D4vd was in a Los Angeles court on Wednesday as prosecutors laid out a timeline and highlighted new details in their case against him in the murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The singer has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Warning, the details in this story are disturbing.
Wilmer Valderrama on his 200th "NCIS" episode
As "NCIS" nears the highly-anticipated finale of season 23, it will also be star Wilmer Valderama's 200th episode on the show. He reflects on his time on the series and reveals the season finale will have "a lot of danger," adding, "we're setting a crazy tone for next season."
Reshaping the conversation about aging
Constance Zimmer, who co-hosts the podcast "Talk 50 to Me," talks about reframing the conversation among women about aging. The podcast features interviews with women in their 50s, talking about the realities of midlife.
FCC orders review of ABC broadcast licenses
The FCC has ordered an early review of the broadcast licenses for eight local stations owned by ABC. The move comes after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump demanded ABC fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Ed O'Keefe reports.
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Tech companies post earnings amid bubble concerns
Four of the biggest tech companies reported earnings after the closing bell on Wednesday. Adam Levine, senior tech writer for Barron's, joins CBS News to discuss.
Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
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.
Comparing popular smartwatches right now
Smartwatches can measure everything from heart rate to step count, but which features are most accurate and are worth using? Vanessa Hand Orellana, CNET's lead wearable tech reporter, joins CBS News to discuss.
Musk testifies for 2nd day in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk testified for a second day on Wednesday in a trial that's pitting two tech titans against each other. Paresh Dave, senior writer at Wired, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
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Officials release apparent Cole Allen photos
Cole Allen apparently took a selfie while armed, minutes before the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting in Washington, D.C., on Saturday night. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman and Sam Vinograd have more.
New memo detail Cole Allen's movements
A memorandum filed in federal court on Wednesday includes details about Cole Allen's movements before his encounter with U.S. Secret Service officers at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
New Orleans sheriff indicted after investigation into escape of 10 inmates
Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson was indicted on 30 felony counts after a probe into one of the largest jailbreaks in U.S. history, which occurred under her watch.
New details on D.C. press dinner shooting
The Justice Department released a photo allegedly showing the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, roughly 30 minutes before he rushed past security at the event. CBS News' Sam Vinograd has more.
Prosecutors allege D4vd killed teen to silence her
Prosecutors on Wednesday alleged singer D4vd killed Celeste Rivas Hernandez to silence her "before she ruined his music career." CBS News Los Angeles reporter Hunter Sowards has the latest.
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SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
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High hopes for pancreatic cancer therapies
A new pancreatic cancer treatment is showing good signs of longer life expectancies. Dr. Deirdre Cohen joins with more details.
Coast Guard chief on shutdown's impacts
Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Kevin Lunday says guardsmen are going into debt to follow orders amid a partial government shutdown that he says is putting the military branch in a critical position. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Latest news on London stabbing attack
Two Jewish men were stabbed in London in what officials are calling a terrorist incident. CBS News' Inaya Folarin Iman reports.
Lawmakers grill Hegseth about the Iran war
Lawmakers are pressing Pentagon officials about the Iran war during hearings on Capitol Hill. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Trump calls U.S. blockade "genius"
President Trump still has faith in the U.S. blockade near the Strait of Hormuz despite tensions in the region impacting global oil and gas prices. CBS News' Taurean Small and Ramy Inocencio report.