Blinken meets Xi, says U.S. and China agree on need to "stabilize" ties
The top U.S. diplomat capped 2 days of meetings in Beijing by sitting down with China's leader, as both countries work to pull relations back from a "low point."
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Blinken, Chinese foreign minister meet in China
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has traveled to China after his last trip was scuttled after a spy balloon from China was shot down over the U.S. Blinken met with Chinese foreign minister Qin Gang, a close ally of President Xi Jinping. The U.S.' goal is to open channels of communication to avoid a military clash.
Examining the U.S.-China relationship
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will depart Washington Friday for his visit to China. The trip was originally scheduled in February but was delayed after the U.S. shot down a Chinese spy balloon. Blinken is expected to hold talks with Chinese officials during his visit and could possibly meet with President Xi Jinping. Ian Johnson, senior fellow for China studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, joined CBS News to talk about the visit.
Prospect of Chinese spy base in Cuba unsettles Washington
Cuba may allow China to establish a facility on its territory capable of conducting electronic surveillance on the United States, CBS News has confirmed.
Why working in China is getting "very risky" for some U.S. companies
Elon Musk may be fine, but for smaller U.S. businesses, operating in China has become "very risky," a lawyer who works in the country tells CBS News.
Lawmakers concerned about tensions with China
Several lawmakers have expressed concern over the growing strains between the U.S. and China. Top Biden administration officials were in Beijing over the weekend to try to cool things down. Skyler Henry reports.
Zelenskyy sees "opportunity" as China offers to mediate in Ukraine war
Ukraine's leader said he had a "mostly reasonable" conversation with Xi Jinping, and they have an equal interest in "the sovereignty of nations and territorial integrity."
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Zelenskyy has said he'd welcome a Chinese offer to mediate with Russia. Now Russia is sending an envoy to discuss a "political solution."
Pence rebuffs Trump's comments on China
Former Vice President Mike Pence gave the keynote address at the Nixon Presidential Library's national energy conference Wednesday afternoon. Pence rebuffed recent comments by Donald Trump where the former president hailed China's leader Xi Jinping as being a "brilliant man." CBS News reporter Musadiq Bidar reports from the Nixon Library in Yorba Linda, California.
Putin meets with China's defense minister in Moscow
The meeting took place less than a month after Chinese President Xi Jinping held a three-day state visit to Moscow.
China conducts military drills near Taiwan
China has begun three days of military exercises around Taiwan, including encircling the island nation with warships and aircraft. The escalation comes after Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-Wen met with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California earlier this week. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Macron urges Xi to help end war in Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron wants Chinese President Xi Jinping to help end Russia's war in Ukraine, but Beijing has been reluctant to apply pressure on Moscow. Reva Goujon, director at research firm Rhodium Group, joins CBS News' Errol Barnett and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the complex Europe-China relationships.
Macron pushes Ukraine peace talks in meeting with Xi
In a meeting Thursday, French President Emmanuel Macron appealed to Chinese President Xi Jinping to help push Russia toward a peace agreement with Ukraine. Anna Ashton, the director of China Corporate Affairs and U.S.-China for the Eurasia Group, joined CBS News to discuss.
Macron urges Xi to reason with Russia
French President Emmanuel Macron met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in China during a three-day visit to the nation. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with Andrew Small, senior transatlantic fellow at the German Marshall Fund, about the significance of Macron's visit.
French president turns to China to push for Russia-Ukraine peace
The Kremlin, however, rejected any idea of Chinese mediation on Thursday, saying it's not the time for a political solution in Ukraine.
China vows "forceful measures" in response to U.S.-Taiwan meeting
Beijing has already sailed warships close to the self-governed island, and one analyst says there's "absolutely no doubt" a response is coming.
Lawmakers meet with execs about China
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is meeting with top executives in California this week, including the CEOs of Apple, Microsoft and Disney. CBS News tech and politics reporter Musadiq Bidar has more on what to expect from the meetings.
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Zelenskyy wants to meet with China's Xi
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reiterated his desire to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping during an interview with the Associated Press. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with BBC News correspondent Hugo Bachega about the reality of Xi meeting with Zelenskyy.
GOP lawmakers push focus on China
Some Republicans are pushing for the Biden administration to focus more on China and less on Russia and the war in Ukraine. CBS News anchors Meg Oliver and Errol Barnett spoke with Julia Ioffe, founding partner and Washington correspondent at Puck, about why.
TikTok CEO testifies before Congress today
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew testifies before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on Thursday as the social media app faces scrutiny from lawmakers. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan discusses with Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers.
Xi and Putin wrap up summit in Moscow
Chinese President Xi Jinping has left Moscow after meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ian Bremmer, president of Eurasia Group, joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss the geopolitical implications of the developing relationship between the two nations.
China's leader brings Putin support, but no public promise of weapons
Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow was a big boost for Putin as he faces an arrest warrant for alleged war crimes, but what he probably really wants are rockets and ammunition.
China and Russia vow to reshape world
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped their three-day summit by pledging to shape a new world order. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with former U.S. Ambassador to China and former Montana Senator Max Baucus about what the two nations gain from their highly publicized meetings.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Judge lets Pentagon move forward with firing Stars and Stripes journalists
The Pentagon accused two of the Stars and Stripes journalists of insubordination after one of them had told "CBS Sunday Morning" in a July interview that she worked for Stars and Stripes, "not for the Pentagon, not for any administration, not for any policymaker."
How AI is reshaping the U.S. Open for players and fans
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
Trump says Lindsay Clancy "did a horrible, horrible thing"
Shortly after the judge overseeing Lindsay Clancy's murder case declared a mistrial, President Trump called it a "terrible situation" and a "horrible tragedy."
Are mortgage rates heading back above 7%? Here's what experts think.
Mortgage rates have climbed sharply this year amid mounting concerns about inflation and U.S. debt.
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Mortgage rates have climbed sharply this year amid mounting concerns about inflation and U.S. debt.
See the U.S. cities where worker pay is rising fastest
Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
August jobs report shows U.S. added 162,000 jobs, blowing past forecasts
Strong hiring last month was driven by gains in education and in leisure and hospitality, with the nation's jobless rate remaining steady at 4.1%.
Sturdy stock market mints a record number of 401(k) millionaires
The number of millionaire 401(k) accounts at Fidelity reached a record 769,000 in the second quarter.
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Judge extends block on Postal Service's new Trump-backed mail-in ballot requirements
A federal judge extended her block on the U.S. Postal Service's new requirements for mail voting, as states prepare to begin sending mail ballots to voters for the November midterm elections.
Judge lets Pentagon move forward with firing Stars and Stripes journalists
The Pentagon accused two of the Stars and Stripes journalists of insubordination after one of them had told "CBS Sunday Morning" in a July interview that she worked for Stars and Stripes, "not for the Pentagon, not for any administration, not for any policymaker."
Trump says Lindsay Clancy "did a horrible, horrible thing"
Shortly after the judge overseeing Lindsay Clancy's murder case declared a mistrial, President Trump called it a "terrible situation" and a "horrible tragedy."
Supreme Court sides with Republicans in fight over broadcast ad rates
The Supreme Court left in place guidance from the Federal Communications Commission that allows political parties and committees access to cheaper rates for political ads.
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BOP faces scrutiny over exclusive deal to sell nicotine pouches to prisoners
The BOP in July entered into an exclusive arrangement with a Florida startup that allows the company to sell federal prisoners nicotine pouches that are not authorized by the FDA.
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Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care: "The duty is on the system"
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
What's true and false about infertility? We asked a fertility specialist.
Dr. Temeka Zore, a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, joined "Healthful" for a deep dive on all things fertility, from endometriosis to PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) to egg freezing.
The market forces quietly adding thousands to patient bills
The true cost of "vertical integration": Patients directed to a higher-priced location for procedures. Or forced to buy from their insurer's wholly owned pharmacy, which may not stock the drug prescribed or provide it at the lowest price.
Trump inks deal with 9 pharmaceutical companies to lower drug costs
The White House said the agreements will reduce costs to treat Parkinson's disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, liver disease and other illnesses.
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Senior aides to U.K.'s Nigel Farage step down in scandal over undercover report
Two senior aides to Nigel Farage, the firebrand leader of the U.K.'s populist Reform party, have stepped down in the wake of an investigative news report.
Is a far-right party on the precipice of power in a German state?
AfD Saxony-Anhalt is a racist extremist group, according to the German state's intelligence agency. The party may well trounce its rivals in this weekend's state election.
Andrew Tate indicted on trafficking, money laundering charges by Romanian prosecutors
Romanian prosecutors have indicted social media influencer Andrew Tate on charges including trafficking minors and money laundering.
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Iran war is "small potatoes" for U.S., Trump says
President Trump downplayed the war with Iran and also defended Vice President JD Vance saying it wasn't a war.
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
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Wahlberg and Abdul-Mateen talk "By Any Means"
The murders of real civil rights activists in Mississippi inspired "By All Means," a crime thriller which explores the two figures working to build trust and serve justice. Stars Mark Wahlberg and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II joined "CBS Mornings" to share their experience with the film.
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Gloria Steinem dies at 92
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Adria Arjona talks career, "Onslaught" role
Adria Arjona sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new movie, "Onslaught," and working with Michael B. Jordan on "The Thomas Crown Affair."
Artists sue AI-generated music company
Jason Isbell, Guy Forsyth and other musicians filed a class action lawsuit against Suno, claiming the AI platform used their music to train its model without permission. Jo Ling Kent has more.
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How AI is reshaping the U.S. Open for players and fans
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U.S. Open embraces artificial intelligence
At this year's U.S. Open, live artificial intelligence insights are bringing the digital world to the court, reshaping the tournament experience. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten has the details.
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.
Testing London's first self-driving taxis
The first self-driving taxis have launched in London. Uber has 15 vehicles operating in the city with a required supervisor in the car. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry took an autonomous ride with Wayve co-founder and CEO Alex Kendall, whose AI technology is powering the robotaxis in London's iconic Westminster.
Why NYC is banning AI in some classes
New York City Public Schools is banning the use of artificial intelligence in most classrooms for the next year. New York City Councilman Eric Dinowitz joins with more.
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Vote on the fattest marmot now
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NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
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
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How the Lindsay Clancy case got to a mistrial
Was Lindsay Clancy legally responsible for the killing of her three young children? After 41 days, we are no closer to an answer as the judge has ruled a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul and Caroline Polisi break down how the case ended with a hung jury.
Clancy attorney speaks out after mistrial
Lindsay Clancy's criminal defense attorney, Kevin Reddington, held a news conference on Friday after a judge declared a mistrial in the case. Watch his full remarks.
Psychiatrist shares Clancy trial takeaways
The Lindsay Clancy murder trial has sparked conversations around maternal and postnatal health. Dr. Mary Kimmel, a psychiatrist who specializes in treating women during pregnancy and the postpartum period, joins CBS News to discuss.
Clancy supporter calls mistrial "devastating"
CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul spoke with Renee Kimbal, a supporter of Lindsay Clancy, on Friday after a judge declared a mistrial in the case.
Chief Clancy prosecutor speaks after mistrial
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz took questions from reporters on Friday after a judge declared a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case. Watch his full remarks.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
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NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
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Wright: Venezuela deal will lower gas prices
Energy Secretary Chris Wright is back in the U.S. after his trip to Venezuela to hash out the new oil deal between the two nations. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan has more.
How the Lindsay Clancy case got to a mistrial
Was Lindsay Clancy legally responsible for the killing of her three young children? After 41 days, we are no closer to an answer as the judge has ruled a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul and Caroline Polisi break down how the case ended with a hung jury.
U.S. Open embraces artificial intelligence
At this year's U.S. Open, live artificial intelligence insights are bringing the digital world to the court, reshaping the tournament experience. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten has the details.