Russia ramps up attack in key southern cities
Russia is targeting Ukraine's coastal strongholds, though not without resistance. Russian forces are making their way toward Odesa, a vital supply port for Ukraine. Chris Livesay has the latest.
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Russian invasion devastates Ukranians
A maternity hospital in Ukraine has been attacked by Russian forces, leaving several people dead and more than a dozen injured. Meanwhile, talks between the countries' leaders failed to make progress. CBS News Radio correspondent Steve Futterman joins CBS News to discuss the latest developments in the conflict.
Teen describes life in a war zone
CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers first spoke to Ukrainian teen Sasha Bondar on the day Russian forces invaded her country. Two weeks later, they reconnected with the 17-year-old, who described how her world has changed during since the first Russian tanks rolled in.
Congress fights effects of Russia-Ukraine war
Intelligence analysts warned during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin may double down in his war in Ukraine as more economic action is taken against him, while lawmakers call for action as U.S. consumers see gas prices rise. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Jamie Yuccas with an update on the conflict's effects and more news from Capitol Hill.
Russia targets civilian areas in Ukraine
Ukrainian officials say 3 people were killed and 17 wounded when a maternity hospital in Mariupol was hit by a Russian air strike. It comes as Russian troops close in on another major Ukrainian port city, Odesa. Delegates from Russia and Ukraine are set to resume negotiations. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has the latest.
What do Russians see and hear about the war in Ukraine?
"Our government tells us that [the] military operation is going pretty well," one Russian lawmaker told CBS News. Increasingly, that's the only story Russians are getting.
Putin's mindset and endgame in Ukraine
As Russia cracks down on and tries to control the narrative surrounding its invasion of Ukraine, Axios editor Dave Lawler joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss how Putin's plan has been developing for more than 20 years.
No progress in Russia-Ukraine talks as Moscow claims "biological" labs
After the talks, Russia's top diplomat dismissed "pathetic outcries" over "so-called atrocities" and claimed the U.S. was working on biological weapons in Ukraine.
Kremlin cracks down on free speech in Russia
News outlets around the world are pulling journalists out of Russia as the Kremlin cracks down on the freedom of the press. Theodore J. Boutrous Jr., a partner at Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher, joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Lilia Luciano to discuss how a new law is impacting the spread of factual information in Russia as the situation in Ukraine worsens.
Putin "unlikely to be deterred" by sanctions, military setbacks
An "aggrieved" Putin likely "perceives this as a war he cannot afford to lose," said director of national intelligence Avril Haines.
Russia announces another cease-fire
Russia announced another cease-fire after Ukrainian officials again accused the country of violating a previous agreement. In the U.S., President Biden banned Russian oil, gas and coal imports. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has the latest.
Analysis of Russian tactics in Ukraine
Retired Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges, who led U.S. Army forces in Europe for three years, joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss Russia's war tactics, Ukraine's resistance and the Russian convoy moving toward Kyiv.
Foreign fighters join the fight in Ukraine
According to the Ukrainian government, around 16,000 people have volunteered to fight in the conflict against Russia. Some of these soldiers include Americans. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers from Poland to describe the situation on the ground.
U.K. weighs new law to find and seize Russian oligarchs' "dirty money"
The Economic Crime Bill is an effort to close loopholes that activists say have allowed Russians with Kremlin ties to launder their "dirty money for decades."
U.S. stocks drop, oil prices surge as Russian invasion escalates
U.S. stocks are continuing to drop over tensions in Ukraine, as rising oil prices disrupt global markets. Dion Rabouin, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to discuss the impact on the nation's economy.
A look inside Ukraine as Russia invades
A photo from Kyiv, Ukraine in today's New York Times depicts several Ukrainian soldiers trying to save a man after Russian forces shelled groups of civilians trying to flee from the violence of the Russian invasion. Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Lynsey Addario spoke with CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Jim Axelrod about the image and her experience during the growing crisis in Ukraine.
Holocaust survivors in Ukraine traumatized by Russia's invasion
"It's hard to wrap my mind around the fact that in '41, I had to hide in the basement of this building, and that I'm going to have do that again now."
Russia fights an information war
Moscow is increasingly using harsh tactics to control information about the war in Ukraine, such as banning Facebook and passing a law that could jail journalists and others for promoting what it calls "fake news" about its military. Chris Krebs, former director of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the latest developments.
New round of Russia-Ukraine peace talks
As the conflict rages, Russian and Ukrainian delegations met Monday for the third round of peace talks, while the foreign ministers from each nation agreed to meet on Thursday. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Jim Axelrod from Ukraine with more.
Ukrainian refugees arrive in Poland
Hundreds of thousands of people have left most of their belongings behind to flee Ukraine as Russia invades, seeking safety in neighboring countries. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil joins CBS News from the Polish border to offer details on humanitarian efforts and the refugees.
Ukraine leader pushes for no-fly zone
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelinsky has called for NATO to establish a no-fly zone over Ukraine amid the Russian invasion. Robert Bell, former defense adviser to the U.S. NATO ambassador, joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss when a no-fly zone should be declared and how it has been used in the past.
Who are the Russian oligarchs the U.S. is targeting with sanctions?
The move against Russia's wealthiest and politically connected families is meant to ramp up the pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Judo federation strips titles from Putin and Russian oligarch
The Russian president is a judo black belt and co-authored a book titled "Judo: History, Theory, Practice."
How far will Putin go – and how far will America go to stop him?
No one can possibly know for sure what Russia's leader, who has launched an invasion of neighboring Ukraine, may do next. But how might Americans be forced to sacrifice in hopes of saving Ukraine's fragile young democracy?
Biden admin gives go-ahead to supply Ukraine with jets
Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the U.S. will help replenish NATO allies who supply Ukraine with fighter jets. The U.S. is also considering a ban on Russian oil. Natalie Brand reports.
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Iran says it's closing Strait of Hormuz again as Hezbollah and Israel trade attacks
Iran's military accused the U.S. of not upholding the first point in the memorandum of understanding, with Israel remaining in Lebanese territory.
Company owned by Trump donor won $1.7M no-bid Reflecting Pool contract
The federal government awarded a company owned by a Trump donor $1.7 million to install a new water cleaning system for the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, records show.
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What's missing from the Epstein files? Here's what we found
The Justice Department says it's released "every document required by the Epstein Files Transparency Act," but CBS News has identified numerous gaps.
Trump unveils new Air Force One, a $400 million plane gifted by Qatar
"This is considered the world's most luxurious plane," the president said in front of the enormous new jet.
Kennedy Center still weighing "partial closure," Trump admin. tells judge
The Trump administration told a federal judge that the Kennedy Center is still weighing whether to offer a full slate of performances or more limited programming over the coming months.
U.S. clinches spot in World Cup knockout round with dominant 2-0 win over Australia
In front of a roaring Seattle crowd, the U.S. men's soccer team on Friday defeated Australia in its second World Cup match, clinching a spot in the Round of 32 in the process.
1 killed, dozens injured after trains collide in England, British officials say
At least one person was killed and dozens more were injured after two trains collided north of London on Friday, British officials said.
James Burrows, co-creator of "Cheers" and prolific director, dies at 85
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
1 killed in large fire at luxury resort, several others injured
One person was killed and several others were hurt when a fire broke out at a luxury beach resort in the Dominican Republic on Friday, local officials said.
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Kennedy Center still weighing "partial closure," Trump admin. tells judge
The Trump administration told a federal judge that the Kennedy Center is still weighing whether to offer a full slate of performances or more limited programming over the coming months.
Given 8 months to live, a teen beat cancer thanks to an extraordinary friendship
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U.S. clinches spot in World Cup knockout round with dominant win over Australia
In front of a roaring Seattle crowd, the U.S. men's soccer team on Friday defeated Australia in its second World Cup match, clinching a spot in the Round of 32 in the process.
Judge blocks DOJ from releasing Biden's conversations with biographer for 3 weeks
A judge on Friday cleared the way for the DOJ to disclose former President Joe Biden's conversations with his biographer to the Heritage Foundation. Later in the day, she blocked the release for three weeks.
George W. Bush gifts Michelle Obama mints in an ode to their friendship
The Altoids were a callback to a viral moment between former first lady Michelle Obama and former President George W. Bush.
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A father of 3 wanted to leave wealth to his kids. He turned to a coffee can.
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What's open and closed for Juneteenth 2026?
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Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
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Kennedy Center still weighing "partial closure," Trump admin. tells judge
The Trump administration told a federal judge that the Kennedy Center is still weighing whether to offer a full slate of performances or more limited programming over the coming months.
Company owned by Trump donor won $1.7 million no-bid Reflecting Pool contract
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Judge blocks DOJ from releasing Biden's conversations with biographer for 3 weeks
A judge on Friday cleared the way for the DOJ to disclose former President Joe Biden's conversations with his biographer to the Heritage Foundation. Later in the day, she blocked the release for three weeks.
George W. Bush gifts Michelle Obama mints in an ode to their friendship
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Trump unveils new Air Force One, a $400 million plane gifted by Qatar
"This is considered the world's most luxurious plane," the president said in front of the enormous new jet.
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Strange symptom leads to man's Stage IV cancer diagnosis
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Doctor has a special surprise for her patient
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Air Force unit faces flu outbreak weeks after vaccine mandate dropped
Dozens of service members at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas have fallen ill with the flu in the weeks since Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth rescinded the vaccine mandate, sources familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Busy Philipps on her late ADHD diagnosis
Actress Busy Philipps, 45, spoke up about her late attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder diagnosis online after realizing she shared symptoms as her young daughter was evaluated and diagnosed. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with ADHD later in life, research shows.
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1 killed in large fire at luxury resort, several others injured
One person was killed and several others were hurt when a fire broke out at a luxury beach resort in the Dominican Republic on Friday, local officials said.
U.S. clinches spot in World Cup knockout round with dominant win over Australia
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1 killed, dozens injured after trains collide in England, British officials say
At least one person was killed and dozens more were injured after two trains collided north of London on Friday, British officials said.
Climber trapped on Everest for days says avalanche saved him
Dawa Sherpa was airlifted to Kathmandu, where doctors treated him for frostbite, severe dehydration and a fractured thigh bone.
How the Iran war united, and then divided, Trump and Netanyahu
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Brother Wallace performs "Who's That?"
Georgia-bred Brother Wallace is best known for his live performances that evoke the Golden Age of Motown, gospel and soul, as well as his work with the U.K. rock band "The Heavy." The long-time music teacher's debut album, "Electric Love," is out now. Here's Brother Wallace performing "Who's That?"
Brother Wallace performs "Let's Get Together"
Georgia-bred Brother Wallace is best known for his live performances that evoke the Golden Age of Motown, gospel and soul, as well as his work with the U.K. rock band "The Heavy." The long-time music teacher's debut album, "Electric Love," is out now. Here's Brother Wallace performing "Let's Get Together."
Brother Wallace performs "You're The Man"
Georgia-bred Brother Wallace is best known for his live performances that evoke the Golden Age of Motown, gospel and soul, as well as his work with the U.K. rock band "The Heavy." The long-time music teacher's debut album, "Electric Love," is out now. Here's Brother Wallace performing "You're The Man."
James Burrows, co-creator of "Cheers" and prolific director, dies at 85
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"The War and Treaty" talk new music
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Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Inside an Irish town raising kids without smartphones
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
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Mangione's legal team axes psychiatric defense
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Brother Wallace performs "Who's That?"
Georgia-bred Brother Wallace is best known for his live performances that evoke the Golden Age of Motown, gospel and soul, as well as his work with the U.K. rock band "The Heavy." The long-time music teacher's debut album, "Electric Love," is out now. Here's Brother Wallace performing "Who's That?"
Brother Wallace performs "Let's Get Together"
Georgia-bred Brother Wallace is best known for his live performances that evoke the Golden Age of Motown, gospel and soul, as well as his work with the U.K. rock band "The Heavy." The long-time music teacher's debut album, "Electric Love," is out now. Here's Brother Wallace performing "Let's Get Together."
Brother Wallace performs "You're The Man"
Georgia-bred Brother Wallace is best known for his live performances that evoke the Golden Age of Motown, gospel and soul, as well as his work with the U.K. rock band "The Heavy." The long-time music teacher's debut album, "Electric Love," is out now. Here's Brother Wallace performing "You're The Man."
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