Russia observes national day of mourning as concert hall attack death toll climbs
Family and friends of those missing were still waiting for news of their loved ones two days after attack on the concert hall near Moscow, which also left 150 injured.
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The long struggle to free Evan Gershkovich from a Moscow prison
Last March 29, the Wall Street Journal reporter was on assignment in Russia when he was arrested by security forces and accused of being a spy, a charge vigorously denied by Gershkovich, the paper, and the U.S. government.
Dozens killed, injured in Moscow attack
Dozens of people are dead and more than 100 are injured after a mass shooting and fire Friday at a Moscow concert hall, Russian media reports. Beth Knobel, a professor at Fordham University and the former Moscow bureau chief for CBS News, discusses what we know about the attack.
Russia launches huge missile attack on Kyiv for first time in 6 weeks
Ukraine's capital Kyiv was targeted with a huge missile attack, wounding 13 people, after Putin vowed to retaliate for strikes inside Russia.
Putin reelected in stage-managed election
Russian President Vladimir Putin declared himself the winner of a pre-determined election over the weekend, clearing the way for a fifth term that would make him the longest-serving Russian leader in more than 200 years. There were small acts of protest during the election, held just a month after Putin's biggest critic, Alexey Navalny, died in prison. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has the story.
Putin hails election win, but his critics make their presence felt
Presidential election results underline Vladimir Putin's total control of Russia's political system, but his foes made their presence known.
Putin’s courageous Russian critics speak out
Vladimir Putin has cracked down on dissent, but it hasn’t stopped critics from speaking out. Many of them now live in Vilnius, Lithuania, a place some might view as the capital of free Russia.
Where Russians go after speaking out against Putin
Russian dissidents living in Vilnius, Lithuania, are speaking out against Vladimir Putin, who's set to win a fifth term as president.
Russian polls close with Putin poised to rule for 6 more years
Vladimir Putin has faced no serious challengers in the election, which is set to formally grant him six more years of power.
What to watch in Russia's 2024 election
Russia's weekend-long presidential election is expected to deliver another term in office to Vladimir Putin. Maria Snegovaya, senior fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to discuss how the opposition is trying to break through, and what it all means for the war in Ukraine.
Putin likely to remain after Russia election
Vladimir Putin is already expected to win Russia's presidential election as voters head to the polls to cast their ballots through Sunday. Brian Taylor, a political science professor at Syracuse University, joins CBS News with a look at Putin's efforts to remain in power for six more years.
Voting begins in Russia presidential election
Polls opened Friday in Russia's presidential election. Russian President Vladimir Putin is all but certain to continue his rule for six more years following the country's three-day elections. Russia reporter Mary Ilyushina has more.
Polls vandalized as Russia's "sham elections" get underway
With Russia's political opposition, dead, jailed or living in exile, Vladimir Putin is virtually guaranteed to win a new 6-year term.
Ukraine vows to keep fighting Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is remaining firm on his objective to continue fighting the war against Russia, calling on the U.S. to allocate the funds needed to help arm Ukraine's soldiers on the frontline. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
The Capital of Free Russia I Sunday on 60 Minutes
As Russia’s presidential election looms, many of Vladimir Putin’s political opponents are dead or in exile. This Sunday, Scott Pelley meets some of those who defied Putin and were forced to flee to the nearby capital of Vilnius, Lithuania.
Putin gives warning about nuclear weapons
Russian leader Vladimir Putin warns that Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if the country comes under threat. Putin made the comments in a state television interview released Wednesday. Russia reporter Mary Ilyushina has more.
Putin renews nuclear war threat, warns NATO not to send troops to Ukraine
Vladimir Putin claims Moscow's nuclear arsenal is "much more" advanced than America's, and says he'll use it if Russia is threatened.
Ukrainian troops running low on supplies
With potential U.S. military aid to Ukraine stalled in Congress, Ukrainian troops are running short on supplies and are struggling to hold the line. Charlie D'Agata is on the ground in eastern Ukraine.
Biden's opening State of the Union remarks
President Biden began his third State of the Union address by raising the stakes of the 2024 presidential election, telling those assembled in the House chamber that Americans "face an unprecedented moment in the history of the union."
Three of Ukraine's kidnapped children
The Ukrainian government estimates that Russia has kidnapped at least 30,000 Ukrainian children since the start of the war — and Ukraine has only been able to recover 388 to reunite with their loved ones. Margaret Brennan spoke to three — two boys and a girl, all under 15 years old — who were rescued by their grandparents and traveled to the U.S. to plead for help.
Ukraine claims to sink another Russian warship off Crimea
Ukraine is struggling to hold Russian forces at bay on land, but it claims to have sunk 3 Russian warships in less than 2 months.
Germany accuses Russia of a "hybrid attack" for leaking call on Ukraine
Russia says leaked audio of German officials shows the "direct involvement of the collective West" in the Ukraine war.
Ukrainian forces face major supply shortages
Ukrainian troops are rationing ammunition and salvaging parts in order to keep up the fight against Russia. Ammunition stocks are dangerously low on the eastern frontlines, along with other crucial supplies needed to keep the war effort moving. Charlie D'Agata reports from Ukraine.
Russians gather to mourn Alexey Navalny
Thousands of supporters gathered Friday in Moscow outside the funeral service for Russia's most prominent opposition figure, Alexey Navalny. Some mourners present were reportedly arrested by Russian authorities. Putin's long-time foe was murdered in prison on Feb. 16. Mary Ilyushina, a foreign desk reporter for the Washington Post, joins CBS News with the latest.
Navalny's Moscow funeral draws crowds despite tight security
As well-wishers flocked to a Moscow church for Alexey Navalny's funeral, Russian authorities warned people against any "unauthorized gatherings"
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Trump insists U.S. achieving "very big victory" in war with Iran
As the Iran war nears the six-month mark, President Trump said he has "no specific timetable" to resume peace talks.
Scores killed, Americans among hundreds missing after Nepal flash floods
Flash floods tore through a valley in Nepal, sweeping away villages and hundreds of tourists, with Americans among the missing, authorities say.
Tim Curry, star of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," dies at 80
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Judge denies Minnesota's request to halt release of ICE officer Christian Castro
The officer accused a Venezuelan migrant of assaulting him with a broomstick and shovel, but investigators say footage from a nearby camera helped prove that was a lie.
Carly Pearce recalls meeting Dolly Parton at 16: "I couldn't believe she was real"
Country star Carly Pearce was working at Dollywood when she met Dolly Parton in the early 2000s.
Meta settles social media addiction suit for up to $17 billion
Meta agreed to pay up to $17 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
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Trump hasn't decided on Leavitt's replacement as press secretary, sources say
President Trump hasn't settled on a replacement for White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, whose last day is Friday, according to administration officials close to the situation.
24 states sue to block new Postal Service rules for mail voting
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
Secrets of the gut microbiome and how it impacts our long-term brain health
Dr. Laura Cox, an assistant professor at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, explains how our dietary patterns play a significant role in our gut and long-term brain health.
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ICE arrests of people without criminal records hit record high, new data shows
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
Bill Gates issues stark warning about AI's impact on American jobs
In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.
Man convicted in Microsoft exec's murder in plot allegedly involving ex-wife
Prosecutors believe Jared Bridegan was killed because of ongoing strife with his former wife over the parenting of their twins.
Judge denies Minnesota's request to halt release of ICE officer Christian Castro
A federal judge on Wednesday denied Minnesota's request for a temporary restraining order to halt the release of the ICE agent sought for extradition in a shooting earlier this year in north Minneapolis amid Operation Metro Surge, and then lying about the circumstances under oath.
See which U.S. states are most at risk from Canadian tariffs
Canadian officials said the tariffs set to be imposed on more than 800 U.S. imports are "strategic" and designed to target some states.
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Bill Gates issues stark warning about AI's impact on American jobs
In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.
See which U.S. states are most at risk from Canadian tariffs
Canadian officials said the tariffs set to be imposed on more than 800 U.S. imports are "strategic" and designed to target some states.
Boston Scientific says a cyberattack is disrupting its global operations
Medical device maker said it is working to assess the scope of the attack and business interruption.
Meta settles social media addiction suit for up to $17.1 billion
Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
July PCE inflation index held at 3.7% annual pace, hotter than expected
The Personal Consumption Expenditures index was unchanged from June, highlighting stubborn inflationary pressures.
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ICE arrests of people without criminal records hit record high, new data shows
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
24 states sue to block new Postal Service rules for mail voting
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
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Trump hasn't decided on Leavitt's replacement as press secretary, sources say
President Trump hasn't settled on a replacement for White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, whose last day is Friday, according to administration officials close to the situation.
Man with Sen. Dan Sullivan's name advances from Alaska U.S. Senate primary
A man with the same name as Alaska's incumbent U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan has advanced to the general election
U.S. military attacks alleged drug-smuggling boat in Caribbean, killing 4
The attack brings the number of people killed in such strikes by the U.S. military in the eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea to at least 227.
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Secrets of the gut microbiome and how it impacts our long-term brain health
Dr. Laura Cox, an assistant professor at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, explains how our dietary patterns play a significant role in our gut and long-term brain health.
Pennsylvania records first 2 measles deaths in 35 years
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
At least 1 in 4 ex-NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE, study finds
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Trump and Kennedy's health industry deals are at risk of vanishing
The agreements, covering issues like drug pricing, reducing the use of synthetic food dyes, and cutting back on insurance prior authorization rules, were announced with fanfare and touted as victories.
8-year-old girl dies from brain-eating amoeba infection in Louisiana
Lillian Smart, 8, has died after being infected by an extremely rare brain-eating amoeba that is found in warm freshwater, her family said.
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Prince Harry and Meghan returning to the U.K. today, BBC News reports
Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are returning to the U.K. from California today, six years after their tumultuous departure, the BBC reports.
Scores killed, Americans among hundreds missing after Nepal flash floods
Flash floods tore through a valley in Nepal, sweeping away villages and hundreds of tourists, with Americans among the missing, authorities say.
U.S. military attacks alleged drug-smuggling boat in Caribbean, killing 4
The attack brings the number of people killed in such strikes by the U.S. military in the eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea to at least 227.
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Trump insists U.S. achieving "very big victory" in war with Iran
As the Iran war nears the six-month mark, President Trump said he has "no specific timetable" to resume peace talks.
14 newborns killed as fire tears through Pakistani hospital's nursery
Authorities in Islamabad, Pakistan, say a fire caused by an air-conditioning unit exploding in a major hospital nursery ward killed 14 newborns.
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Dollywood president remembers Dolly Parton
Tributes are pouring in from all over the country for legendary singer-songwriter Dolly Parton. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry is at Dollywood, Parton's Tennessee theme park, with more.
Country stars react to Dolly Parton's death
Carly Pearce and Lauren Alaina, two of country music's hottest stars, spoke with "CBS Mornings" about Dolly Parton's influence on their careers and lives.
Dolly Parton quotes that show her honesty, humor and wisdom
Dolly Parton wasn't shy about making jokes about herself, but she also shared wisdom and life lessons over the years.
Actor Tim Curry dies at 80
Film and television actor Tim Curry, star of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," has died at 80, his manager confirmed.
Carly Pearce recalls meeting Dolly Parton at 16: "I couldn't believe she was real"
Country star Carly Pearce was working at Dollywood when she met Dolly Parton in the early 2000s.
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Bill Gates issues stark warning about AI's impact on American jobs
In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.
Meta settles social media addiction suit
Tech giant Meta will shell out up to $17 billion in a settlement following a massive multi-state legal suit on social media addiction. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady explains more.
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.
Ring camera founder on privacy
Conversations around privacy are growing as the surveillance technology company Flock faces allegations of police misuse and concerns that its roadside cameras are overly invasive. Ring inventor and founder Jamie Siminoff says his company is working to enhance customers' privacy.
Louisiana governor on SpaceX facility
SpaceX plans to develop its fourth-largest launch site in Louisiana. Governor Jeff Landry explains why he supports the project and comments on a newly redrawn congressional map.
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Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
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Testimony wraps in Lindsay Clancy murder trial
Testimony concluded on Wednesday in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother who admitted to killing her children but pleaded not guilty, arguing she had postpartum psychosis. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
Man convicted in Microsoft exec's murder in plot allegedly involving ex-wife
Prosecutors believe Jared Bridegan was killed because of ongoing strife with his former wife over the parenting of their twins.
Judge denies Minnesota's request to halt release of ICE officer Christian Castro
A federal judge on Wednesday denied Minnesota's request for a temporary restraining order to halt the release of the ICE agent sought for extradition in a shooting earlier this year in north Minneapolis amid Operation Metro Surge, and then lying about the circumstances under oath.
Final witness testifies in Clancy trial
The final witness testified Wednesday in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial for the killings of her three young children. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Final witnesses speak in Lindsay Clancy trial
The prosecutors in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial are wrapping up their rebuttal testimony. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more analysis.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
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Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
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.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Trump knocks Ralph Norman for Haley endorsement
South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham defeated Rep. Ralph Norman in the Republican runoff for the late Lindsey Graham's Senate seat on Tuesday. CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa joins to discuss.
Trump administration threatens Kennedy Center
The Trump administration said in a court filing that if it is not allowed to follow its Kennedy Center renovation plans, including returning President Trump's name to the facade, it will demolish the center. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Trump: Iran war to last "as long as necessary"
As the Iran war nears the six-month mark, President Trump on Wednesday said the conflict will go on "for as long as necessary." CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Samantha Vinograd have the latest.
Testimony wraps in Lindsay Clancy murder trial
Testimony concluded on Wednesday in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother who admitted to killing her children but pleaded not guilty, arguing she had postpartum psychosis. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
Mudslides in Nepal after flash floods
At least 160 people are dead, and more than 400 are missing after devastating flash floods in Nepal. These videos capture the moment a mudslide struck near the Nepal-China border, the destruction caused by the floods and rescue efforts.