U.S. soldier killed during D-Day invasion accounted for decades later
U.S. Army Sgt. Ivor D. Thornton, 34, landed on Omaha Beach in Normandy in the second wave of the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944.
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Why a U.S. officer ordered a military funeral for WWII kamikaze pilot
On April 11, 1945, a Japanese pilot slammed his Zero fighter plane into the USS Missouri and ignited a fireball during the Battle of Okinawa.
Inside Buchenwald, 80 years after Edward R. Murrow revealed its horrors
CBS News' Edward R. Murrow was shocked by what he saw at the just-liberated Buchenwald concentration camp in 1945. Work continues to ensure the world never forgets.
Airman who was shot down, imprisoned during World War II accounted for
U.S. Army Air Forces Cpl. Glenn H. Hodak was a gunner aboard a B-29 "Superfortress" in Japan in March 1945.
The history of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798
A federal judge heard arguments Monday on whether the White House violated a court order by deporting migrants without proper court hearings. The Trump administration claims it has the authority under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 because it alleges the individuals in question were Venezuelan gang members. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser takes a closer look at why Congress passed the 18th-century law in the first place.
Voice of America reporter on gutting of outlet
All full-time employees and contractors working for the government-funded international broadcaster Voice of America have been put on leave by the Trump administration as part of its push for significant cuts to the federal workforce. The outlet was founded in 1942 as a way to counter Nazi propaganda in occupied Europe. Liam Scott, Voice of America press freedom reporter, joins CBS News with his reaction.
Trump dismantles Voice of America
President Trump is dismantling Voice of America and other government-funded news outlets. All full-time employees and contractors with the broadcaster have been put on leave with staff losing access to their headquarters over the weekend. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes spoke with the outlet's director about the news.
Trump to invoke 1798 law for deportations
President Trump is planning to use a wartime law from 1798 to help carry out deportations to Guantánamo Bay, according to multiple U.S. officials familiar with the plan. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the details.
Unexploded WWII bomb discovered in Paris
There were major disruptions to trains heading northward from Paris' busy Gare du Nord station Friday after an unexploded bomb from World War II was discovered near tracks just outside central Paris. Eurostar services have also been affected, with trains between London and Paris now canceled for the day.
New Zealand diplomat fired for questioning Trump's grasp of history
New Zealand sacked its High Commissioner to the U.K. Phil Goff after he wondered aloud whether President Trump "really understands" the history leading up to the second world war.
Man searching for WWII dead in Japan finds hundreds of human remains
The remains of some 1,400 people sit in storage for possible identification with DNA testing. So far just six have been identified and returned to their families.
Oakland World War II veteran turns 100, shares concerns about where country is heading
An Oakland man who served in World War II turned 100 years old and had some things to say about the country that called him to duty.
U.S. pilot of crashed WWII bomber "Heaven Can Wait" is accounted for
Airmen from other warplanes in the formation reported seeing "Heaven Can Wait" pitching up violently before banking left and plummeting into the ocean.
A look back at 1939 Nazi rally in NYC
On this day in 1939, 20,000 people attended a Nazi rally at Madison Square Garden. Months earlier, Nazis in Germany had killed nearly 100 Jewish citizens in one night and sent 30,000 more to concentration camps. John Dickerson expounds.
Saving the children from the Holocaust
In 2014, 60 Minutes met Nicholas Winton, a British stockbroker who in 1939 traveled to Czechoslovakia and saved 669 children from the Holocaust.
Over 170 World War II bombs found under children's playground
It is believed the area where the playground was initially built was used as a Home Guard training ground and the bombs were buried at the end of the war.
World War II pilot Harry Stewart Jr., a Tuskegee Airman, has died
Lt. Col. Harry T. Stewart Jr. of Michigan, one of the last surviving members of the Tuskegee Airmen, has died. He was born on the Fourth of July in 1924.
WWII ship sunk by German torpedo located off Brazil's coast
The historic vessel "Vital de Oliveira" was positively identified more than a decade after an unsuspecting fisherman's net got caught on the shipwreck.
Full interview: Holocaust survivor Leo Ullman
Holocaust survivor Leo Ullman's family, like the Frank family, was among the thousands of Jews in the Netherlands who went into hiding during World War II. At the time, he and his parents split up. He shares his story with "CBS Saturday Morning" cohost Dana Jacobson as Anne Frank The Exhibition opens in New York City.
Remains of U.S. soldier who vanished during WWII are identified
U.S. Army Pfc. Robert L. Bryant, 23, went missing after encountering a four-man patrol in Italy.
Holocaust survivor shares her story to inspire next generation
Nella Glick describes the terror of hiding from the Nazis and explains why she shares her story with children today.
Auschwitz survivors mark 80 years of freedom
Survivors of Auschwitz marked 80 years since the liberation of the death camp. They warned of rising antisemitism in a ceremony Monday at the site where Nazis murdered more than a million people, mostly Jews. CBS News' Leah Mishkin has the latest.
Auschwitz survivors in focus at ceremony marking 80 years since liberation
Survivors of the Nazi's notorious Auschwitz death camp are taking center stage at the memorial service to mark 80 years since its liberation by Soviet troops.
Poland says Netanyahu could attend Auschwitz memorial despite ICC warrant
Poland has ensured that Israel's leader could attend events marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz despite an ICC arrest warrant, thought he's not expected.
Black sailors exonerated for mutiny not alive to see justice prevail
Fifty Black sailors refused to go back to work after the deadly Port Chicago explosion, citing unaddressed safety concerns. Convicted of mutiny, they weren't exonerated until last year.
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Live Updates: U.S.-Israel launch another round of strikes on Iran
President Trump said that "heavy and pinpoint bombing" of Iran would "continue, uninterrupted throughout the week or, as long as necessary."
Iran's Khamenei killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes after nearly 40-year reign
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Trump: Diplomatic solution in Iran remains possible and "much easier now"
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Cotton says U.S., allies looking at "weeks, not days" in Iran
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
Map shows military strike locations across Iran
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
U.S. politicians react after Trump launches military operation against Iran
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
World leaders and governments react to U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran
U.S. allies and adversaries responded to the joint attacks by the U.S. and Israel on Iran with concern over the risks of a new war in the Middle East.
Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
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Trump: Diplomatic solution in Iran remains possible and "much easier now"
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
CBS News poll on Americans' views on Iran prior to conflict
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei calls White House's actions "retaliatory and punitive"
Hours before Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's interview, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed the AI company a "supply chain risk to national security," which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic.
A Hawaii man tackled his sports gambling addiction by offering free surf lessons
For Buddy Wiggins of Honolulu, Hawaii, the end result of a yearslong sports gambling addiction has come to this: soliciting strangers on the beach.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Hegseth declares Anthropic a "supply chain risk to national security"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk on Friday, following days of increasingly heated public conflict with the AI company.
Robots, already in hospitals, are ready to roll in other industries
In the years to come, robots will help offset worker shortages in health care, manufacturing and other industries, experts say.
Book excerpt: "Streetwise" by Lloyd Blankfein
In his new memoir, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs writes about a life that stretched from the projects of New York City to the pinnacle of Wall Street.
Small business owner is already giving her customers a tariff refund
"If somebody charges you something and it's unlawful, they should give you your money back," Dame CEO Alexandra Fine said.
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Cotton says U.S., allies looking at "weeks, not days" in Iran
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
Iran's Khamenei killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes after nearly 40-year reign
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
CBS News poll on Americans' views on Iran prior to conflict
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
U.S. politicians react after Trump launches military operation against Iran
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
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Read the full transcript of our interview with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei sat down with CBS News for an exclusive interview Friday, hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the company a supply chain risk to national security.
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Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
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Trump: Diplomatic solution in Iran remains possible and "much easier now"
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
Cotton says U.S., allies looking at "weeks, not days" in Iran
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
Iran's Khamenei killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes after nearly 40-year reign
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Map shows military strike locations across Iran
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
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Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Renate Reinsve's remarkable rise
Oscar-nominated actress Renate Reinsve sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her journey to the mainstage and her nomination for her role in "Sentimental Value."
Breaking down the economics of Taylor Swift
Misty Heggness, an economist and professor, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her new book "Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy."
Iron & Wine performs "In Your Ocean"
Iron & Wine is the long-running and widely acclaimed project of American singer-songwriter Sam Beam. The five-time Grammy nominee's eighth full-length album "Hen's Teeth" is out now and features collaborations with the folk trio "I'm With Her" and backing vocals from his daughter Arden. Here's Iron & Wine performing "Singing Saw."
Iron & Wine performs "Roses"
Iron & Wine is the long-running and widely acclaimed project of American singer-songwriter Sam Beam. The five-time Grammy nominee's eighth full-length album "Hen's Teeth" is out now and features collaborations with the folk trio "I'm With Her" and backing vocals from his daughter Arden. Here's Iron & Wine performing "Roses."
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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.
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Full interview: Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei sat down with CBS News for an exclusive interview, hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the company a supply chain risk to national security, which restricts military contractors from doing business with the AI giant. Amodei called the move "retaliatory and punitive," and he said Anthropic sought to draw "red lines" in the government's use of its technology because "we believe that crossing those lines is contrary to American values, and we wanted to stand up for American values."
Anthropic CEO on "red lines" for AI military use
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said in an exclusive interview with CBS News that the AI company sought to draw "red lines" in the government's use of its technology because "we believe that crossing those lines is contrary to American values, and we wanted to stand up for American values." He added: "Disagreeing with the government is the most American thing in the world."
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Bill Clinton opening statement for deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is being deposed by members of the House Oversight Committee over his alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Did ICE lie before detaining NYC student?
Columbia University acting president Claire Shipman described the ICE detention of student Elmina "Ellie" Aghayeva, claiming agents gained entry to a residential building by stating they were police seeking a missing child. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
Bill Clinton's turn for Epstein deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is up next for a deposition before members of the House Oversight Committee regarding his alleged links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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War with Iran | CBS News Special
Tony Dokoupil anchors special coverage of the large-scale military operation launched by the U.S. and Israel on Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled for nearly 40 years. President Trump said the U.S. would continue "heavy and pinpoint bombing" throughout the week or "as long as necessary."
Masih Alinejad discusses Iranian leader's death
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in strikes by the U.S. and Israel on Saturday. CBS News contributor Masih Alinejad, who has survived three plots by Iran's regime to kill or kidnap her, discusses the crippling of the Iranian regime.
Potential impact of Iran strikes on oil, gas prices
Some Americans are concerned about how attacks on Iran could impact the economy. CBS News' Jericka Duncan discusses the potential impact.
Security expert on avoiding threats in the U.S.
CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd, who served as assistant secretary for counterterrorism for the Department of Homeland Security, discusses how the U.S. is working to share intelligence and counter any domestic attacks.
Analyzing the destabilization of Iran's regime
With the U.S. and Israel launching an armed conflict with Iran, Saturday could mark one of the most consequential days for the Middle East in generations. Analyst and author Douglas Murray and CBS News' Major Garrett break it all down.