U.K. leader and police condemn "appalling" killing of George Floyd
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he understands protests, but declines call to critique Trump as police chiefs urge "justice and accountability."
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Australian TV crew "pretty bruised" by police at White House protest
Australia asks embassy in D.C. to probe attack on TV crew caught on tape after U.K. calls mounting reports violence against journalists "very concerning."
Boris Johnson's adviser urged to resign
Dominic Cummings, a senior adviser to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, is being accused of defying the U.K.'s nationwide coronavirus lockdown. Now, the public is calling on him to resign. CBS News contributor Simon Bates has more on the situation in this edition of "London Calling."
U.K. domestic violence charity sees calls surge 66% during COVID lockdown
"Refuge" says visits to its website have also gone up 950% since stay-at-home orders were issued in March.
Top U.K. adviser refuses to resign in pandemic scandal
There are growing calls in Britain for Dominic Cummings, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's top adviser, to resign after he apparently broke the country's lockdown restrictions to drive from London to his parents' home in northeastern England in March. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins CBSN with the latest developments.
Scandal escalates over top U.K. official's COVID lockdown travel
PM Boris Johnson says his senior aide "acted reasonably" traveling 600 miles with his sick family, but a government official just quit over it.
Royal baby fans eagerly await the big news
There's feverish speculation across Britain about when Meghan Markle will give birth to the country's newest royal baby. It's due any time now. CBS News' Ian Lee reports from Windsor Castle.
"Meghan and Harry Plus One" to air on CBS
"CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King will anchor "Meghan and Harry Plus One," a CBS News special marking the one-year anniversary of the marriage of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, along with the birth of their first baby. Watch Friday, May 17 on CBS at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
Trump holds press conference with U.K. leader
President Trump and British Prime Minister Theresa May held a press conference during the president's visit to the U.K. As the two leaders met, thousands of demonstrators protested against Mr. Trump in central London. Gayle King, Anthony Mason and Tony Dokoupil anchor a CBS News Special Report from New York with a report from Ben Tracy in London.
Thousands protest Trump's U.K. visit
Thousands of people demonstrated against President Trump's visit to the U.K. in London's Trafalgar Square as the president met with outgoing Prime Minister Theresa May. Mr. Trump dismissed the large protests as "fake news." CBS News' Haley Ott joined CBSN from one of the protests.
U.K. Ambassador Kim Darroch resigns
U.K. Ambassador Kim Darroch resigned after getting iced out by President Trump for speaking his mind in diplomatic cables. The ambassador thought they were confidential, but they were leaked. "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan reports.
Iranian boats confront British oil tanker
Britain said Wednesday night that three Iranian boats tried to intercept a British oil tanker. The confrontation took place in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane at the center of current tensions with Iran. Charlie D’Agata reports.
U.K.: Iranian boats tried to intercept tanker
The U.K. is accusing Iranian boats of trying to intercept a British oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has denied the allegation. This comes as tensions remain high between the U.S. and Iran. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joined CBSN with the latest.
Pompeo denies Iran arrested 17 CIA spies
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is dismissing Iranian reports that Iran busted a CIA spy network and arrested 17 people. This comes amid rising tensions after Iran seized a British-flagged oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz last week. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins CBSN to break down the latest.
Boris Johnson named UK's new Prime Minister
A new Prime Minister has been named in London. Boris Johnson will officially replace outgoing Prime Minister Theresa May on Wednesday, after defeating rival Jeremy Hunt. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Boris Johnson to be UK's new prime minister
A new British prime minister has been chosen. Brexit hardliner Boris Johnson will officially replace outgoing Prime Minister Theresa May on Wednesday. Charlie D'Agata reports from London.
Boris Johnson selected as UK prime minister
Boris Johnson has been selected by the Conservative Party to be the next prime minister of the United Kingdom. He's vowing to get Brexit accomplished by October 31, with or without a deal. CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins CBSN from London to take us through the latest developments.
New UK PM Boris Johnson vows to deliver Brexit
Speaking in front of his new official residence at 10 Downing Street, Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned "all those who continue to prophesize disaster ... do not under estimate this country." But he didn't say how he'd deliver the Brexit his predecessor could not.
EU rejects push for a new Brexit deal
The UK's Brexit crisis is escalating as the European Union rejects Prime Minister Boris Johnson's push for a new deal. He wants to redo Theresa May's agreement, but European leaders aren't willing to start from scratch. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Mark Phillips joins CBSN to explain what's at stake.
Iran says video shows it warned British ship
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has released video it says shows Iran issuing a warning to a British warship in the Strait of Hormuz. It was apparently filmed the same day Iran seized a British tanker in the area.
Trump arrives in France for G-7 summit
President Trump is in France for the G-7 summit, a meeting with leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United Kingdom. His arrival comes after China announced retaliatory tariffs on billions of dollars of U.S. goods, and the Dow dropped more than 600 points. President Trump fired back on Twitter by increasing tariffs already placed on China, and tariffs scheduled to be imposed on September 1. Paula Reid reports.
UK Prime Minister to suspend Parliament ahead of Brexit
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has asked Queen Elizabeth to suspend Parliament ahead of the Brexit deadline. Ian Lee joins CBSN to discuss what this request means.
U.K. Parliament could force Brexit delay
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson suffered a major defeat in Parliament on Tuesday night as rebellious lawmakers voted to seize control of the Brexit agenda. The prime minister immediately said he would call for a new general election. BBC News' Laura Kuenssberg reports.
U.S. diplomat's wife leaves U.K. amid crash probe
A deadly car accident in England has led to a diplomatic standoff with the U.S. Harry Dunn was struck and killed in August, and police say they were about to arrest a U.S. diplomat's wife in the case. That American woman was allowed to leave Britain under diplomatic immunity. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Brexit negotiations enter 11th hour
There's less than three weeks until Britain is set to leave the European Union and time is running out to negotiate a withdrawal agreement. Foreign Affairs columnist for McClatchy and a fellow at the Hoover Institute Markos Kounalakis joined CBSN to discuss the latest on negotiations.
Trump secretly switched to different plane in Turkey amid Iran threat
Ahead of a flight from Turkey, he secretly left Air Force One and was moved to another plane with the help of a catering truck, according to a source.
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Trump claims control of Strait of Hormuz as stalemate deepens
Stalemate between two countries deepens as President Trump mirrors Iran's demand for compensation and claims U.S. controls the Strait of Hormuz
White House asked DOJ about new Reflecting Pool case against David Hearn
Earlier this month, however, federal prosecutors moved to dismiss the case, citing new information that the damage was caused by a "botched installation" by a contractor, not vandalism.
Darline Graham, Ralph Norman advance to runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary
Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman will face off in a runoff later this month for the South Carolina GOP Senate nomination, CBS News projects, as they vie to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Tafoya projected winner of GOP nomination for Senate in Minnesota primary
Michele Tafoya, a former television sports reporter, is the winner of the Republican nomination for Senate in the Minnesota primary election, CBS News projects.
ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver electric shocks
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers may soon be outfitted with gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks that are intended to gain compliance from combative individuals.
U.S. military operations killed 153 civilians last year, Pentagon says
The Pentagon has acknowledged that U.S. military operations killed more than 150 civilians in 2025. The count did not include any deaths from airstrikes on boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
Rescuers race to find Colombia earthquake survivors as death toll rises
Over 1,100 homes were destroyed when Colombia was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.
14-term Rep. John Larson ousted by challenger in Connecticut Democratic primary
Democratic Rep. John Larson — who has represented central Connecticut since the late 1990s — lost his party's primary Tuesday to former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, CBS News has projected.
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14-term Rep. John Larson ousted by challenger in Connecticut Democratic primary
Democratic Rep. John Larson — who has represented central Connecticut since the late 1990s — lost his party's primary Tuesday to former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, CBS News has projected.
ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver electric shocks
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers may soon be outfitted with gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks that are intended to gain compliance from combative individuals.
Beach town mayor worries social media trend could lead to shark attack
Bay Head Mayor Bill Curtis worries that baiting sharks close to shore in order to take pictures and videos of them could be a recipe for disaster.
Powerful storms slam Midwest, leave nearly 1 million without power
Nearly 1 million customers in the Midwest were without power as perilous thunderstorms and extreme wind gusts pummeled the region on Tuesday.
Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care
Medicaid said it won't pay for gender-affirming surgeries or hormones for transgender minors.
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Trump Media sells $100,000 Truth Social data access, drawing scrutiny
Customers are paying up to $100,000 a month for faster access to Truth Social posts from President Trump and other top users of the social media platform.
Play video games? You, too, could become an air traffic controller
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is touting the success of a campaign targeting video gamers to train as air traffic controllers.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Is your career "rusting out"? Here's what that means, and how to spot it.
Many employees feel their employers don't value them and that they're not contributing as much as they could, a workplace poll finds.
Are humanoid robots ready to scrub your kitchen? Not quite.
Startup companies are now starting to test their humanoid robots for home use, but experts said wider adoption will take years.
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Lisa Demuth projected winner of Republican primary in Minnesota governor's race
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth will win the Republican primary in Minnesota's gubernatorial race, CBS News projects.
Dems pick nominees in key Wisc. districts as Sean Duffy's son-in-law wins GOP primary
National Democrats see two Wisconsin districts currently held by Republicans as up for grabs in November — the 1st and 3rd Districts. Here's how the primaries are shaping up.
14-term Rep. John Larson ousted by challenger in Connecticut Democratic primary
Democratic Rep. John Larson — who has represented central Connecticut since the late 1990s — lost his party's primary Tuesday to former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, CBS News has projected.
Tafoya projected winner of GOP nomination for Senate in Minnesota primary
Michele Tafoya, a former television sports reporter, is the winner of the Republican nomination for Senate in the Minnesota primary election, CBS News projects.
Trump-backed candidate wins crowded GOP primary in Alabama's new 2nd District
Rhett Marques will take on Democratic Rep. Shomari Figures in the newly drawn district that's more favorable to Republicans.
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Doctor on Fauci's COVID-era revealed texts
Republican senators this week released 11 new text messages from Dr. Anthony Fauci's government phone in 2021 as part of the investigations into his handling of the COVID pandemic. In the texts, he discussed the potential risks and benefits of the vaccine for pregnant women. Dr. Serena Chen, an OB-GYN and the director of advocacy at CCRM Fertility of New Jersey, has more.
Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care
Medicaid said it won't pay for gender-affirming surgeries or hormones for transgender minors.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Farm linked to cyclosporaisis outbreak went years without FDA inspection
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
As Medicare pays less for cataract surgery, doctors turn to moneymaking lasers
More cataract patients, wanting not only restored but improved vision, are paying extra for their doctors to use a laser when a scalpel would do.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Rescuers race to find Colombia earthquake survivors as death toll rises
Over 1,100 homes were destroyed when Colombia was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.
Zelenskyy says Russia using North Korean missiles in Ukraine
Russia and North Korea have been collaborating in the offensive against Ukraine since 2024.
Congo Ebola death toll tops 2,000 in fastest spreading outbreak on record
At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data.
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Spotify to label music from "AI personas"
Kourtnee Jackson, senior streaming and entertainment editor at CNET, joins "The Daily Report" to give her take on Spotify's decision to label AI-generated music and block it from being recommended to users.
Graceland celebrates "Elvis Week"
"Elvis Week" kicked off at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, on Aug. 8 and runs until Aug. 16, marking Elvis Presley's death. Alicia Dean, the longtime marketing and promotions specialist for Elvis Presley Enterprises, joins with more.
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader takes on Broadway
Reece Weaver, whose exit from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on the show "America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders" left viewers shocked, exclusively announced on "CBS Mornings" that she is making her Broadway debut. She talks about the transition, why she made the decision and what it was like to start rehearsals.
Jury selection begins in Tupac Shakur trial
Nearly 30 years after the killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, jury selection is underway for the man charged in connection with the murder, Duane "Keffe D" Davis. Celebrity attorney Chris Melcher joins CBS News to discuss.
Riley Green talks upcoming album
Country music star Riley Green joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his upcoming album, "That's Just Me," which is set for release in mid-September.
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Duffy on new tech for air travel safety
Top transportation officials were at Newark Airport on Tuesday for the installation of a new radar system designed to help controllers prevent runway incidents. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave spoke with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy about the new technology.
Wall Street targets $500B for AI
Nvidia scored an astounding $500 billion in financing for artificial intelligence, backed by Wall Street's top power brokers and firms. Puck founding partner and industry journalist William D. Cohan weighs in on the AI boom and data center construction.
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.
Are humanoid robots ready to scrub your kitchen? Not quite.
Startup companies are now starting to test their humanoid robots for home use, but experts said wider adoption will take years.
Zuckerberg wants open source AI
Facebook co-founder and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg argues that artificial intelligence should be open source to improve accessibility. CNET reporter Katelyn Chedraoui has more on what the philosophy of open source technology means in the AI era.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Protecting 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. (Originally broadcast April 26, 2026.)
Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
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More healthcare testimony in Clancy trial
Healthcare workers who treated Lindsay Clancy's postpartum mental health concerns are back on the stand Tuesday in her murder trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has the latest.
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist back on stand
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Tufts, is back on the stand Monday as the Massachusetts murder trial enters its third week. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Man who allegedly arranged Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing is on trial in Las Vegas
The man who prosecutors say orchestrated the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, Duane "Keffe D" Davis, is on trial almost 30 years after the drive-by shooting in Las Vegas.
2 killed in New York Harbor boat capsize
The captain of a boat that overturned in New York Harbor was charged with reckless endangerment. Twelve people were saved, but a mother and her 5-month-old daughter died. Michael George reports.
Family of murdered photographer wonders if his killer acted alone
Joe Shymanski, a, well-known Washington D.C. photographer, was murdered and dismembered in 2023. His ex-wife's former boyfriend, Brandon Holbrook, was convicted in the case. Shymanski's family still wonders if anyone else was involved.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Venomous snake pulled from football helmet
A high school football player in Arkansas found a 2-foot-long cottonmouth snake inside his helmet last week. The pit viper was so reluctant to exit the helmet that police officers had to pour water into it to force the snake out and into a bag. Animal services technicians arrived a few minutes later, identified the snake as a deadly cottonmouth and took it to a wooded area far from the school.
Astronomer's tips for a good eclipse viewing
More than 20 states will get a glimpse of a partial eclipse on Wednesday when the moon slips in front of the sun. Scientists expect the best views in Alaska, but many Americans looking to catch the full show are traveling overseas to experience the total solar eclipse. University of San Francisco astronomy professor Andrew Fraknoi joins CBS News to discuss.
Europe prepares for total solar eclipse
Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, joins "The Daily Report" to break down what to expect from the solar eclipse on Wednesday.
Spotify to label music from "AI personas"
Kourtnee Jackson, senior streaming and entertainment editor at CNET, joins "The Daily Report" to give her take on Spotify's decision to label AI-generated music and block it from being recommended to users.
Former Secret Service agent on Trump plane switch
Charles Marino, a former DHS adviser and a former Secret Service special agent, joins CBS News to share his take on the news that President Trump secretly switched to a different plane amid a threat from Iran while leaving Turkey last month.