U.N. World Food Program director calls on billionaires to "step up"
"We need the money," said David Beasley, the executive director of the U.N. agency.
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"We need the money," said David Beasley, the executive director of the U.N. agency.
The U.N. World Food Program has won the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize for its efforts to combat global hunger. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay joined CBSN from Rome with more.
Desperate families in India are being forced to put their children to work amid the coronavirus pandemic. Students in developing countries worldwide are out of class as schools remain closed. New York Times South Asia bureau chief Jeffrey Gettleman joins CBSN to discuss his reporting on this issue.
"Due to the pandemic, it is estimated that in 2021, 47 million women and girls will be pushed into extreme poverty, bringing the total to 435 million," a U.N. report suggests.
During the pandemic, food meant for restaurants is piling up in landfills, while lines at food banks are growing every day. But, there are things individuals can do to help.
Kelly Craft, the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, is calling out the U.N. Security Council for allegedly failing to live up to its mission to make the world safer. Craft spoke exclusively with CBS News' Pamela Falk.
Yemen's civil war has turned a 45-year-old, crude-filled supertanker into a ticking environmental time bomb, but politics makes it hard to judge the length of the fuse.
Even America's closest allies say Trump administration "incapable" of reimposing sanctions, so how far will White House go it alone?
Without addressing biodiversity and climate change, the report said, the world will not fully be able to tackle poverty, reduce hunger, or reduce the risk of future pandemics.
The United Nations is demanding a full investigation into the apparent poisoning of Alexei Nalvany, a prominent critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Navalny is finally out of a medically induced coma at a hospital in Germany. Investigators believe his tea was spiked with a Soviet-era nerve agent. CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins CBSN from London with the latest developments.
At least 45 protesters in Iraq were killed in clashes with security forces. Also, Italian police arrested 19 far-right extremists on charges of trying to start a neo-Nazi party, and Zimbabwe is on the brink of man-made starvation. CBS News' Rylee Carlson joined "CBSN AM" with those stories.
According to the World Food Programme, Zimbabwe needs more than $200 million in emergency aid. Climate change is being widely blamed for the crisis, as CBS News correspondent Debora Patta reports from South Africa.
Protests continue across India over a proposed citizenship law that critics say discriminates against Muslims. A new report highlights sexual misconduct by U.N. peacekeeping troops in Haiti, who fathered hundreds of children they mostly abandoned. And Cuba reinstates the office of prime minister. CBS News' Gwen Baumgardner rounds up the headlines from London.
The United Nations' top court has ordered Myanmar's military to prevent a genocide against the country's Rohingya Muslims. Ghislaine Maxwell, friend of Jeffrey Epstein, has had her phone hacked. And Australia braces for a "bonanza" of spiders after a combination of rain and heat created perfect conditions. CBS News' Ian Lee rounds up the world headlines.
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck between Jamaica and Cuba, with tremors felt around the region. U.S. and U.K. leaders are meeting about Huawei spying fears. And a plague of locusts is threatening the food supply in eastern Africa, a problem widely seen as exacerbated by climate change. CBS News' Debora Patta rounds up the headlines from Johannesburg
The U.N. has released a list of more than 100 companies doing business in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, putting them at risk of boycotts. The Italian parliament has revoked the immunity of far-right leader Matteo Salvini. And in London, repairs to the tower housing Big Ben is clocking at $64 million over budget. Rylee Carlson rounds up international headlines from London.
The UN has condemned a military coup in Mali and called for the immediate release of several of the African nation's top officials. On Tuesday, the ousted president was arrested and forced to resign. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo slammed the vote in a statement, calling it "inexcusable."
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says it's led to biggest disruption of education ever, with schools closings in more than 160 countries affecting over 1 billion students.
"The COVID-19 pandemic has just been devastating in Latin America, where the economic storm clouds were already gathering," the U.N.'s food agency chief warned.
U.S. and its allies have significantly reduced operations and been blamed for very few civilian casualties this year, but the Taliban's deadly fight rages on.
Civil rights leader and former ambassador to the United Nations Andrew Young joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to remember the legacy of Congressman John Lewis, who died Friday after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Young helped draft the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and called Lewis a friend.
Former United Nations Ambassador Andrew Young joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his friendship with fellow civil rights icon Representative John Lewis. Young helped draft the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which Lewis fought for.
Late reggae icon's family joins forces with the U.N. children's agency in a bid for the global solidarity he called for in "One Love."
The United Nations has joined forces with Bob Marley's children, Stephen and Cedella, and her son Skip, to help reimagine the anthem “One Love” 43 years later.
President Trump warned he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave." The U.S. and Iran signed the memo of understanding remotely, a White House official said.
The Senate canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday after President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
The New York Knicks are planning to visit the White House, owner James Dolan said Wednesday, marking a first for an NBA Finals winner during President Trump's time in office.
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
The New York Knicks are planning to visit the White House, owner James Dolan said Wednesday, marking a first for an NBA Finals winner during President Trump's time in office.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
The New York Knicks are planning to visit the White House, owner James Dolan said Wednesday, marking a first for an NBA Finals winner during President Trump's time in office.
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
Efforts to stop Central Africa's deadly Ebola outbreak face widespread mistrust and porous borders in a war zone.
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history.
"CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil and "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Nischelle Turner will host "The Great American Block Party 250," a primetime special on July 4 celebrating America's 250th birthday from Washington, D.C.
Durand Bernarr talks about collaborations in his music, why his new album's title is a tribute to his father and his music journey since his viral Grammy speech earlier this year.
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
Six months after Australia implemented the world's first-ever social media ban for kids under 16, South Australia Premier Peter Malinauskas joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the changes he's seen among teens.
Anthropic pulled access to its newly released AI models, Mythos 5 and Fable 5, after the U.S. government restricted who could use them. David Katzmaier, CNET editor-in-chief, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
The Long Island architect who lived a secret life as the Gilgo Beach serial killer was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Wednesday. Former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison, who formed the task force that ultimately led to Rex Heuermann's arrest, joins with analysis.
In a Long Island courtroom Wednesday, Rex Heuermann received three life sentences for choking and dismembering eight women, most of them in his basement, over the course of more than 15 years. The 62-year-old addressed the court before he was sent away. Tom Hanson reports.
A judge on Wednesday sentenced Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann to life in prison without parole. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan was in the courtroom and joins with details.
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Rex Huermann, the man who pleaded guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Six months after Australia implemented the world's first-ever social media ban for kids under 16, South Australia Premier Peter Malinauskas joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the changes he's seen among teens.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife are the latest White House adversaries to claim they are now under investigation by the Justice Department. The DOJ has not commented on Newsom's claim. The alleged investigation has raised questions about the powers of a federal grand jury. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks it all down.
A White House official tells CBS News that President Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian remotely signed a memorandum of understanding to end the Iran war. Eric Lob, associate professor of politics and international relations at Florida International University, joins with analysis.
The Long Island architect who lived a secret life as the Gilgo Beach serial killer was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Wednesday. Former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison, who formed the task force that ultimately led to Rex Heuermann's arrest, joins with analysis.
Millions of Americans along the Gulf Coast are bracing for more torrential rain from Tropical Storm Arthur that could lead to life-threatening flash flooding. Parts of the Midwest are under a tornado watch and could also experience flooding. CBS News national weather correspondent Rob Maricano has the latest from Illinois.