South Africa moves to let Putin attend summit despite arrest warrant
As a signatory to the International Criminal Court, South Africa may be obliged to arrest Putin if he sets foot in the country. Unless it can find a loophole.
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How U.S. tech is helping Ukraine fend off mounting Russian attacks
Russia's ramping up its air war on Ukraine with both low-tech drones and modern missiles. Thanks to its Western partners, Ukraine can shoot down both.
Meet the armed Russian resistance fighting Putin on his own soil
In a rare interview, one of the shadowy groups claiming attacks in Russia tells CBS News about their goal, their tactics and where their weapons come from.
Inside the Russian resistance to Putin
There's been an increase in apparent attacks inside of Russia, allegedly carried out by groups of Russian nationals who are opposed to the war and President Vladimir Putin. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta spoke to one of the groups in a rare interview.
Wagner boss, "Putin's butcher," warns Russia could face new revolution
Yevgeny Prigozhin, head of the brutal Wagner mercenary army, says the families of slain Russian troops could rise up against the country's "elite."
Ukrainians concerned over GOP rhetoric
Some Ukrainians tell CBS News they're becoming increasingly worried by the rhetoric used by Republican presidential front-runners Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis.
Why some Ukrainians are worried about a Trump or DeSantis election win
Ukrainian civilians and activists say remarks by the Republican front-runners, downplaying the importance of the war to the U.S., are fueling concern.
Russia's Wagner group accused of a massacre hidden from the world
A U.N. report says Russian and domestic forces killed civilians in an African mosque. CBS News' investigation into the Wagner Group has found the truth even more gruesome.
Zelenskyy to attend G7 summit in Japan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is traveling to Hiroshima, Japan, Saturday to attend the G7 summit as he seeks continued international support in his country’s fight against Russia. Elizabeth Palmer has more.
Biden endorses plan to train Ukrainians on F-16 fighter jets
The president has told allies he approved plans to train Ukrainian pilots on U.S.-made F-16 fighter jets, a senior administration official said.
U.N.-brokered Black Sea grain deal extended to help lower food prices
Details were not announced, but both Ukraine and Turkey made the announcement on Wednesday.
How the Wagner mercenary group exploits Africa
Russia's Wagner mercenary group, which has close ties to President Vladimir Putin, is known for fighting in Ukraine. But it receives a large amount of funding through operations in the Central African Republic. Debora Patta has the details.
How Russia's Wagner group exploits Africa to fund the Ukraine war
Yevgeny Prigozhin's Wagner army has been key to Putin's war on Ukraine. CBS News' has discovered how it's paid for by "profiteering" in Africa.
How Wagner group exploits Africa to fund war
A CBS News investigation is revealing the story behind the Wagner group, a Russian private army with close ties to President Vladimir Putin that is heavily involved in the war in Ukraine. Our undercover video shows a vivid picture of the Wagner group's activities in central Africa, where it is accused of propping up dictatorships in return for minerals that help fund its paramilitary activities around the world. Debora Patta reports.
Russia targets Ukraine's capital with "exceptional" missile barrage
Ukrainian officials said the aerial Russian assault involved the "maximum number of attacking missiles in the shortest period of time."
Woman convicted for leaving note on Putin's parents' grave: "You raised a freak"
Since Putin sent troops into Ukraine in February 2022, the government has waged a crackdown on dissent unseen since the Soviet era.
Ukraine's front-line civilians under fire, eager for a counteroffensive
There's not much left of Orikhiv above ground, but underground, hundreds of defiant holdouts in the front-line town eagerly await the next phase of this war.
Brits give Ukraine long-range cruise missiles ahead of counteroffensive
Ukraine's leader has said the long-anticipated counterattack against Russia must wait until his troops have the firepower they need.
Russia celebrates Victory Day
Putin said Russia was under attack from the West during his speech for Russia's annual Victory Day Parade. This year's commemorations were scaled down compared to previous years, as Russia deploys its firepower against Ukraine. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Russia launches more missiles at Ukraine
Russia launched a wave of missiles across Ukraine in the second night attack in a row. Ukraine's air defenses shot down 23 of 25 missiles fired and there were no reports of injuries. The latest attack comes as Russian President Vladimir Putin marks Victory Day, celebrating Russia's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Mary Ilyushina joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the latest.
Putin marks "Victory Day" as Ukraine deflects his latest missile salvo
Vladimir Putin presided over a toned-down parade in Moscow as his war effort in Ukraine cost him more troops and more missiles, with little to show.
Zelenskyy vows on VE Day to defeat Putin "just as Nazism was defeated"
As the world marked the anniversary of Nazi Germany's 1945 surrender, Russia, which helped beat Hitler, unleashed a fresh attack on its neighbor.
Russia's Wagner group announces withdrawal from key Ukraine battle
Putin appears to be losing one of his most potent fighting forces, as U.S. officials question his ability to "sustain even modest offensive operations" in Ukraine.
Wagner head announces withdrawal from Bakhmut
In a blow to Russian President Vladimir Putin, the head of the Wagner military group announced his forces will withdraw from Bakhmut due to a lack of supplies from the Russian army. This comes after an alleged drone attack on the Kremlin, which Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Russia would respond to with "concrete actions." Charlie D'Agata reports.
Russia accuses U.S. of planning alleged drone attack on Kremlin
Ukraine denies targeting Putin's residence with drones, but Russia has nonetheless retaliated, reportedly killing 21 Ukrainian civilians in Kherson.
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Russia and Ukraine say they repelled air attacks on their capitals
Calling it a "terrorist attack," the Kremlin said 8 drones were shot down in the second such assault this month. At the same time, Ukraine said Russia unleashed its third air attack on Kyiv in 24 hours.
5 unaccounted for, 2 likely in wreckage of collapsed Iowa building
The apartment building in Davenport, Iowa, partially collapsed Sunday.
Debt ceiling deal's next steps — getting it through Congress
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden will now have to sell their debt ceiling deal to lawmakers.
Shooting along Florida's Hollywood Beach injures 9
Four children were among those hurt in the shooting along the beach in Hollywood, Florida. One suspect was in custody and others were being sought.
Trustee of bankrupt bank falls to death from 15th floor of building
"Who was interested in silencing the trustee?" said the head of Bolivia's lower house of Congress.
1 dead, 5 wounded in shooting near nightclub in South Carolina
A South Carolina sheriff's office says the person who was killed was pronounced dead at the scene. No arrests have been made.
Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes to begin 11-year prison term today
The biotech CEO, once compared to Steve Jobs, is headed to a Texas prison after defrauding investors.
Natalie Holloway murder suspect "severely beaten" in Peru prison
Joran van der Sloot, in prison for another murder and awaiting temporary extradition to the U.S., was involved in "a fight between prisoners," his lawyer tells CBS News.
35-year-old goes overboard Carnival cruise ship
The man fell off a Carnival Magic cruise ship about 186 miles east of Jacksonville, Florida, the Coast Guard tweeted.
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AI poses "risk of extinction" akin to war and pandemics, experts say
Leaders from OpenAI, Google and others involved in artificial intelligence are warning about its potential for societal harm.
5 unaccounted for, 2 likely in wreckage of collapsed Iowa building
The apartment building in Davenport, Iowa, partially collapsed Sunday night.
After falling for months, home prices are rising again. Here's why.
Economists had predicted a sharp decline in U.S. housing prices this year, but the latest data shows an increase.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Seven Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Joe Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
35-year-old goes overboard Carnival cruise ship
The man fell off a Carnival Magic cruise ship about 186 miles east of Jacksonville, Florida, the Coast Guard tweeted.
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AI poses "risk of extinction" akin to war and pandemics, experts say
Leaders from OpenAI, Google and others involved in artificial intelligence are warning about its potential for societal harm.
After falling for months, home prices are rising again. Here's why.
Economists had predicted a sharp decline in U.S. housing prices this year, but the latest data shows an increase.
Nvidia reaches $1 trillion market value
The company said it is boosting production of the chips, which are used in products like ChatGPT.
Former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes to begin 11-year prison term
The disgraced biotech CEO, once compared to Steve Jobs, is headed to a Texas prison after defrauding investors.
Lawmakers consider funding new Las Vegas stadium for Oakland A's
Bill would put hundreds of millions toward a new stadium for the Athletics, who aim to move to the Vegas Strip by 2027.
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China declines invitation to meet with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin
China rejected an invitation for its defense minister to meet with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on the sidelines of an annual defense summit in Singapore.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Seven Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Joe Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
Chris Christie allies form super PAC ahead of potential presidential run
The formation of the new super PAC comes as former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie mulls a possible presidential run.
Texas AG Ken Paxton's impeachment trial to begin no later than August 28
A historic impeachment trial in Texas to determine whether Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton should be permanently removed from office will begin no later than August in the state Senate.
Biden honors troops' sacrifice on Memorial Day
President Biden went to Arlington National Cemetery to laud the sacrifice of generations of U.S. troops who died fighting for their country.
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New mom nearly dies from rare flesh-eating bacteria
Charleigh Chatterton gave birth to her daughter with no complications. Days later, her "chances of survival were slim" after she got a rash "as hot to touch as a boiled kettle," she said.
COVID hospitalizations reach new record low nationwide, CDC says
This is the first time fewer than 9,000 new weekly admissions were reported.
Should you take off your shoes in the house? Scientists weigh in.
You probably clean your shoes if you step in something muddy or disgusting. But when you get home, do you always de-shoe at the door?
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Pfizer's Paxlovid still free, for now, after FDA grants full approval
Paxlovid, Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment pills, could go to the private market by late summer.
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China declines invitation to meet with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin
China rejected an invitation for its defense minister to meet with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on the sidelines of an annual defense summit in Singapore.
Woman knocked unconscious, still wins chaotic cheese race
"I just remember hitting my head, I remember hurting, and then I remember waking up in the tent," Delaney Irving said.
South Africa moves to let Putin attend summit despite arrest warrant
As a signatory to the International Criminal Court, South Africa may be obliged to arrest Putin if he sets foot in the country. Unless it can find a loophole.
Natalie Holloway murder suspect "severely beaten" in Peru prison
Joran van der Sloot, in prison for another murder and awaiting temporary extradition to the U.S., was involved in "a fight between prisoners," his lawyer tells CBS News.
Snorkeler pries crocodile's jaws off his head
The snorkeler believes the crocodile may have been between 6 and 10 feet long.
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WGA asks Tony-nominated members not to attend Tony Awards
The WGA has already said it won't picket the Tonys after organizers agreed to host an unscripted ceremony.
Billie Eilish responds to comments about her style: "Let women exist!"
Singer Billie Eilish responded to criticism about her clothing in a series of Instagram stories over the weekend.
"The Little Mermaid" dominates at the box office
The live-action remake of the 1989 Disney classic exceeded other box office hits and new releases on Memorial Day weekend.
Author Isabel Allende on how writing "gave me a voice when I had no voice"
The 80-year-old Chilean-born writer, whose latest novel is "The Wind Knows My Name," talks about her tumultuous family history, and the passion and courage of her stories' female characters.
Author Isabel Allende on "The Wind Knows My Name"
Chilean-born author Isabel Allende has written more than two dozen books that have been translated into some 40 languages. The 80-year-old Allende, whose latest novel is "The Wind Knows My Name," talks with correspondent Rita Braver about her tumultuous family history, which inspired her stories' passionate and courageous characters; how her 1982 bestseller "House of the Spirits" changed her life; and about her foundation, which supports groups trying to help young girls at risk around the world.
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Using AI to deal with loneliness
According to a recent Gallup poll, an estimated 44 million American adults are experiencing "significant loneliness." Now, some Americans are turning to artificial intelligence for help dealing with some mental health issues. Psychotherapist Robi Ludwig joined CBS News with more.
Full interview: Brad Smith
Brad Smith, the president and vice chair of Microsoft, joins ""Face the Nation"" to discuss the future of AI — and if it could face government regulation.
Smith on "real concern" about Chinese malware
The hacking operation code-named "Volt Typhoon" that targeted critical infrastructure in Guam and other locations in the United States is of "real concern," Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith tells "Face the Nation." Watch more of Margaret Brennan's interview with Smith Sunday on "Face the Nation."
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Private moon race ready for liftoff
As part of "CBS Mornings'" "American Innovation" series, Mark Strassmann reports on space quickly becoming the next economic frontier, if you can stick the landing.
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Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Unorthodox crops could be the future of food
Some scientists believe America's breadbasket could soon be at risk of potentially emptying, and they're warning a relentless drought is harming the nation's wheat crops. Science journalist Jenny Morber, who reports on climate resiliency and food, joined CBS News to discuss how researchers are trying to solve the problem.
Supreme Court weakens EPA power over wetlands
The Supreme Court has again weakened the power of the Environmental Protection Agency. This time it involves wetlands. Jess Bravin, Supreme Court correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to break down the court's latest ruling and its implications for the environment.
Italy leads revolt against Europe's electric vehicle transition
PM Giorgia Meloni's far-right government tried and failed to block EU plans to ban all new fossil fuel-powered cars by 2035, but it's not giving up the fight entirely.
3 states reach deal on Colorado River water
Three of the seven Colorado River states - California, Arizona and Nevada - have agreed to cut their water usage by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. Some 40 million people and more than two dozen Native American tribes depend on the Colorado River. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the details of the historic deal.
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Man accused of killing Utah radio host extradited from Mexico
A 36-year-old man was booked into the Salt Lake County Jail on Friday night on multiple charges, including murder.
9 hurt in mass shooting near Florida beach
Nine people were wounded in a shooting along a popular beach broadwalk in Hollywood, Florida, Monday night. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Natalie Holloway murder suspect "severely beaten" in Peru prison
Joran van der Sloot, in prison for another murder and awaiting temporary extradition to the U.S., was involved in "a fight between prisoners," his lawyer tells CBS News.
Two shootings involving 2-year-olds in Chicago hours apart
It was unclear whether either of the two people charged in the shootings actually fired a weapon.
1 dead, 5 wounded in shooting near nightclub in South Carolina
A South Carolina sheriff's office says the person who was killed was pronounced dead at the scene. No arrests have been made.
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China launches replacement crew to Tiangong space station
The Shenzhou-16 crew will replace three taikonauts who are wrapping up a six-month stay aboard the Chinese space station.
Virgin Galactic returns to space with successful sub-orbital test flight
The first crewed flight of Virgin's spaceplane in two years sets the stage for customers to begin flights to the edge of space in June.
Astronaut Peggy Whitson touts commercial spaceflight, private space stations
In an interview with CBS News, Peggy Whitson discusses her commercial visit to the International Space Station.
Russian cargo ship docks at space station amid commercial crew visit
The Ax-2 private astronaut mission, two cargo launches and multiple spacewalks highlight a busy early summer aboard space station.
A Japanese lunar lander crashed on the moon. NASA just found the evidence.
A camera team was able to identify what NASA called "an unusual surface change" near where the lander was supposed to end up.
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Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
Lamar Johnson's 28-year fight for freedom
Lamar Johnson was convicted of Markus Boyd's murder in 1995. He always insisted he was innocent, but it would take almost three decades for a court to agree.
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Electricity bills expected to go up
While prices of many goods and services may be cheaper this summer when compared to last year, don't expect to see any dips in your power bills. Analysts say average electricity prices are expected to be at least 2% higher. Associate managing editor for CBS MoneyWatch Irina Ivanova has more.
Heat slam door on Boston's bid for history
The Miami Heat will advance to the NBA Finals after beating the Boston Celtics in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals on the road Monday night. Boston had come back from a 3-0 deficit to force the seventh game. CBS Sports NBA writer Brad Botkin has more on Miami's upcoming matchup against the Denver Nuggets.
Using AI to deal with loneliness
According to a recent Gallup poll, an estimated 44 million American adults are experiencing "significant loneliness." Now, some Americans are turning to artificial intelligence for help dealing with some mental health issues. Psychotherapist Robi Ludwig joined CBS News with more.
Could debt limit deal affect your finances?
The tentative deal to raise the debt ceiling is facing its first test from lawmakers Tuesday. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more on how this spending bill could affect your finances.
9 hurt in mass shooting near Florida beach
Nine people were wounded in a shooting along a popular beach broadwalk in Hollywood, Florida, Monday night. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more.