Jewish settler population in the West Bank hits a "huge hallmark"
"We're here to stay," said one advocate, predicting a new settlement surge under Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right coalition.
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Calls mount for U.S. intervention as gangs slaughter Haitian police
Chaos has taken a firm hold of Haiti's capital, with brutal armed gangs marauding with impunity and the U.N. calling for foreign security forces to step in.
U.S. "concerned" over South Africa's looming war games with Russia
The U.S. Embassy notes the joint military exercises off South Africa's coast will come "even as Moscow continues its brutal and unlawful war of aggression."
Can the U.S. catch up to China and Russia's African outreach?
After decades of investment and blossoming ties with Beijing and Moscow, experts say "short-term courtship" of African nations simply won't suffice.
U.N. women press Taliban on rights, but visit marred by "a mistake"
Two senior, Muslim women from the global body visited Afghanistan to push the hardline group to restore women's rights. Not everyone they met was willing to engage.
U.S., China urged to bridge "tectonic rift"
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen met with her Chinese counterpart on Wednesday in Switzerland. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with Amy Celico, a principal with the foreign policy firm Albright Stonebridge Group, about the state of U.S.-Chinese relations.
AP: WHO knew of past sex misconduct claim against doctor
The claims are the latest in a series of misconduct accusations at the World Health Organization.
Earth's ozone layer on track to recover within 40 years, U.N. scientists say
A global agreement in effect since 1989 has led to the phasing out out of nearly 99% of ozone-depleting chemicals.
In Christmas message, Pope Francis laments "senseless" war in Ukraine
Pope Francis urged the faithful to remember the millions of Ukrainians who were without electricity or heating Sunday because of Russian attacks, as well as the millions more displaced from their homes.
Angelina Jolie bows out as envoy for U.N. refugee agency
"I feel it is time for me to work differently, engaging directly with refugees and local organizations," Jolie said.
Haiti receives first cholera vaccine shipment
Infectious disease expert Dr. Payal Patel joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthier with more on the arrival of the first vaccine doses to combat the deadly cholera outbreak in Haiti.
Iran is booted from U.N. women's group
"Iran's membership at this moment is an ugly stain on the Commission's credibility," the U.S. told nations at the U.N.
U.S. accuses Russia of providing weapons, fighter jets to Iran
The U.S. allegations are part of a deliberate effort by the U.S. to drive global isolation of Russia.
Leaders gather for biodiversity summit: "We are committing suicide by proxy"
World leaders appear to be in agreement that the world's land and ocean ecosystems are in trouble, but divided on how to address it.
French baguettes honored for their delicious role in world's cultural heritage
The traditional and beloved long loaf of crusty French bread, the baguette, has been officially recognized as a part of world cultural heritage by the United Nations agency UNESCO. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee reports from London.
French baguette added to U.N. world heritage list
The French delegation celebrated the vote by raising baguettes in the air.
Explosions rock Ukraine nuclear power plant
The U.N. nuclear watchdog will conduct an assessment of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine after the site was rocked by explosions over the weekend. It is not clear who was responsible for the attack. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay reports from Ukraine.
When 60 Minutes interviews nuclear watchdogs
In late 2002, Steve Kroft interviewed then-U.N. chief weapons inspector Hans Blix ahead of his team's search for WMD in Iraq. This week, Lesley Stahl sits down with the Director General of the IAEA.
U.N.: World population reaches 8 billion
CBS News correspondent Lana Zak discussed a U.N. report on the world's population. Countries in sub-Saharan Africa are expected to have rapid growth while North America and Europe are expected to start declining by the 2030s.
World population hits 8 billion people
The United Nations says the world's population is expected to reach the 8 billion mark today, with much of the growth coming from developing nations in Africa. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has the story from London.
World population reaches 8 billion
"A milestone year, when we anticipate the birth of the Earth's eight billionth inhabitant" says U.N. chief.
Pelosi speaks at COP27 climate summit
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is one of several U.S. representatives attending the United Nation's COP27 climate summit in Egypt. She spoke on Thursday about America's plan to battle climate change. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with Axios Climate Reporter Andrew Freedman about what U.S. lawmakers are doing.
U.N. chief calls on wealthier nations to pay for climate change costs
Some of the poorest nations at COP27 are calling on richer ones to pay for the damages carbon dioxide pollution has caused.
WHO reports 90% drop in world COVID-19 deaths since February
The head of the World Health Organization says there's "cause for optimism."
U.N. hosts climate summit in Egypt
World leaders are gathering in Egypt for the United Nations' annual climate summit, known as COP27. Catherine McKenna is Canada's former minister of environment and climate change and the chair of an expert panel called on by the U.N. secretary general to set clear standards and criteria to get to net-zero emissions. She joins CBS News to discuss
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Deadly ice storm ending in South, bitter blast ahead in Midwest, New England
Even as the storm system was leaving the South, frigid, record-breaking temperatures were lining up for parts of the Upper Midwest and New England.
New Jersey councilwoman shot and killed in vehicle outside her home
An active homicide investigation is underway after 30-year-old Eunice Dwumfour died in a fatal shooting on Wednesday.
Gov. Sarah Sanders to deliver GOP response to State of the Union address
President Biden is scheduled to deliver his State of the Union address on Tuesday.
House votes to kick Rep. Ilhan Omar off Foreign Affairs Committee
The vote on the resolution to remove the Minnesota Democrat from the panel was 218 to 211, falling strictly along party lines.
Pelosi endorses Schiff in California Senate race if Feinstein retires
The 89-year-old Feinstein has not made a decision about her political future.
Groundhog Day 2023: Punxsutawney Phil makes his annual prediction
Punxsutawney Phil made his prediction as a deadly storm wreaked havoc in the South and the Northeast was bracing for a dangerous Arctic blast.
Hunter Biden calls for investigations in new front against GOP foes
His legal team is going on the offensive, calling for state and federal investigations into the dissemination of material from his laptop.
Robert Kraft wants Tom Brady to sign one-day contract, retire as a Patriot
"To us, he is always has been and always will be a Patriot," Kraft said.
Family awarded $10.5 million for newlywed beheaded by gate at Utah park
Judge Bruce Jenkins called Esther Nakajjigo's death "gruesome and overwhelmingly shocking."
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Robert Kraft wants Tom Brady to sign one-day contract, retire as a Patriot
"To us, he is, always has been and always will be a Patriot," Kraft said.
2 men charged following murder of transgender woman in South Carolina
Pebbles LaDime "Dime" Doe, 24, was killed in 2019 and remembered by friends and family as "the best to be around."
Gov. Sarah Sanders to deliver GOP response to State of the Union address
President Biden is scheduled to deliver his State of the Union address on Tuesday.
Hawaii researchers found fishing nets, plastic bags in stomach of dead whale
Researchers found multiple types of fishing nets, plastic bags and other debris in the stomach of a 60-ton sperm whale.
Brian Deese, Biden's top economic adviser, to leave White House
"He has helped steer my economic vision into reality, and managed the transition of our historic economic recovery to steady and stable growth," the president said.
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Brian Deese, Biden's top economic adviser, to leave White House
"He has helped steer my economic vision into reality, and managed the transition of our historic economic recovery to steady and stable growth," the president said.
Millions on Medicaid face coverage cliff as pandemic aid ends
Millions of low-income Americans are at risk of losing health coverage, threatening their access to medical care.
Companies give people fake "manager" titles, and save billions
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Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
ChatGPT is growing faster than TikTok
AI text tool is already estimated to have acquired 100 million monthly users only two months after it was launched.
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Gov. Sarah Sanders to deliver GOP response to State of the Union address
President Biden is scheduled to deliver his State of the Union address on Tuesday.
Brian Deese, Biden's top economic adviser, to leave White House
"He has helped steer my economic vision into reality, and managed the transition of our historic economic recovery to steady and stable growth," the president said.
Unlawful border entries plummeted in January after Biden policy change
Government statistics indicate that January saw the lowest levels of illegal migration along the border since President Biden's first full month in office.
House votes to kick Rep. Ilhan Omar off Foreign Affairs Committee
The vote on the resolution to remove the Minnesota Democrat from the panel was 218 to 211, falling strictly along party lines.
U.S. to expand military presence in Philippines in move to counter China
The United States and the Philippines have announced an expansion of America's military presence in the Southeast Asian country.
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Millions on Medicaid face coverage cliff as pandemic aid ends
Millions of low-income Americans are at risk of losing health coverage, threatening their access to medical care.
Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
GoodRx shared consumer health data with Facebook, Google, FTC says
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
15 students in Mexico treated after taking part in tranquilizer "challenge"
Mexico's Health Department warned about the social media challenge, dubbed "the last one to fall asleep wins."
CDC tells consumers to stop using Ezricare Artificial Tears
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Australia decides it won't put King Charles III on its banknotes
Australian cash has carried the image of the British monarch for 100 years, but Charles won't replace his mom on the last banknote bearing her likeness.
Iranian arms shipment bound for Yemen's rebels is seized, U.S. says
Thousands of assault weapons and almost two dozen advanced anti-tank missiles were recovered, American defense officials said.
Jewish settler population in the West Bank hits a "huge hallmark"
"We're here to stay," said one advocate, predicting a new settlement surge under Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right coalition.
U.S. to expand military presence in Philippines in move to counter China
The United States and the Philippines have announced an expansion of America's military presence in the Southeast Asian country.
Alleged sexual assault victims of an 80s fashion mogul fight for change
16 women have come forward claiming rape or sexual assault at the hands of a French fashion icon, and they say little has changed to protect their successors.
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Ukrainian ballet company makes U.S. debut
The men and women of the United Ukrainian Ballet company will make their U.S. debut in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night. For their members, the stage is a refuge from the horrors of war. Christina Ruffini has more.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees announced
A diverse group of musicians were nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday, including Cyndi Lauper, George Michael, Rage Against the Machine, Willie Nelson and Missy Elliott.
Missy Elliott, Cyndi Lauper, Sheryl Crow among new Rock Hall of Fame nominees
Over half of this year's potential inductees are nominated for the first time, including Elliott, Lauper, Crow, Willie Nelson and more.
Beyoncé announces Renaissance world tour
The star announced dozens of tour dates around the world this year. Here's what we know so far.
Ozzy Osbourne is retiring from touring, saying he's "not physically capable"
Osbourne said he never imagined his "touring days would have ended this way."
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ChatGPT is growing faster than TikTok
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GoodRx shared consumer health data with Facebook, Google, FTC says
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
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White House takes aim at Apple and Google for their app stores
Commerce Department report accuses two tech giants of operating mobile app stores that stifle competition.
These jobs are most likely to be replaced by ChatGPT and AI
New bots and other AI tools are likely to supplant people in performing certain workplace tasks, experts say.
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Investors eye water rights amid drought
As the Western megadrought continues, investors have been buying up land to secure the water rights that go along with them. Ben Tracy takes a look.
New York investors eye increasingly scarce water in the West
Investment firms are showing a growing interest in an increasingly scarce natural resource in the American West. For some, that's concerning.
Mars craters and cracks create image of a teddy bear
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
Why San Diego's waves turned bright pink
San Diego's usually blue waves recently turned a bright fuchsia, and scientists are explaining why.
Archaeologists find the oldest non-royal mummy ever discovered in Egypt
The mummy of an ancient Egyptian named Hekashepes represents two remarkable firsts, but it wasn't the lead scientist's favorite discovery at Saqqara this week.
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2 men charged following murder of transgender woman in South Carolina
Pebbles LaDime "Dime" Doe, 24, was killed in 2019 and remembered by friends and family as "the best to be around."
New Jersey councilwoman shot and killed in vehicle outside her home
An active homicide investigation is underway after 30-year-old Eunice Dwumfour died in a shooting on Wednesday.
Israeli police say American tourist arrested for toppling Jesus statue
The mental health of the man, who allegedly knocked over and broke the statue in a church in Jerusalem's Old City, was being assessed.
Zoo director killed and cooked 4 pygmy goats for holiday party in Mexico
It was not clear if José Rubén Nava had been formally charged in the case, or if he had a lawyer.
N.Y. judge jails ex-gynecologist who abused hundreds of women
A prosecutor called Robert Hadden "a predator in a white coat." The judge ordered him to spend the next two months in jail as he awaits sentencing.
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Spacewalk underway, and more space news
Astronauts are conducting a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. And NASA is marking 20 years since the space shuttle Columbia disaster. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian with more on those stories, plus details on the "green comet" passing by Earth.
20 years after Columbia disaster, NASA remembers crew and lessons learned
Columbia's destruction and the loss of its crew triggered a sharp change of course for America's space program.
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Lauren Sanchez plans all-women space flight aboard Bezos' Blue Origin rocket
"He'll be cheering us all on from the sidelines," Sanchez said of Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos, who is also her boyfriend.
Rocket Lab launches first flight from Virginia's Eastern Shore
After 32 launches from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility, the company is now set for regular flights from Virginia's Eastern Shore.
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GOP-led House votes Ilhan Omar off panel
The Republican-led House voted on Thursday to remove Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs Committee over antisemitic remarks that she apologized for in 2019. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion discussed the controversial vote with Elaine Quijano and Lana Zak.
Australia drops U.K. monarch from its cash
Australia has decided it's had enough of the British monarchy - at least on its dollar bills. As Ian Lee reports, the country will replace the last of its bank notes featuring the late Queen Elizabeth II not with her son's image, but with something much closer to home.
Beyonce announces Renaissance World Tour
Beyonce has announced her first solo world tour in seven years. The Renaissance tour will come to the U.S. in July. "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Kevin Frazier joined Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian to discuss.
Spacewalk underway, and more space news
Astronauts are conducting a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. And NASA is marking 20 years since the space shuttle Columbia disaster. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian with more on those stories, plus details on the "green comet" passing by Earth.
U.S. secures military deal with Philippines
The United States and the Philippines announced an expansion of America's military presence there on Thursday, with U.S. forces granted access to four more military bases in an effort to ramp up deterrence against China. CBS News' Anne-Marie Green has more.