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Top Hamas leader killed by Israel inside Gaza; Police say drugs and alcohol found in Liam Payne's hotel room.
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Former ambassador on Hamas leader's death
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his forces have killed Mohammed Sinwar, senior leader of Hamas, as the region marks 600 days of war. Daniel Shapiro, former U.S. ambassador to Israel, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Drone launched at Netanyahu home, Israel says
The Israeli government says a drone strike was launched towards the home of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. His spokesperson says both Netanyahu and his wife were not home at the time, and there were no injuries. The attack came after Iran's supreme leader said Friday that Hamas would continue its fight against Israel after the death of leader Yahya Sinwar. Today, Israel launched a series of strikes into Gaza, killing at least 50, according to hospital officials.
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Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar killed by Israeli forces in Gaza; Family calls for swift rescue of hostages in Gaza.
Netanyahu on Sinwar, war continuing
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed the death of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar in the Gaza Strip as Israel's war continues to escalate there and in Lebanon against Hezbollah. Netanyahu called for members of Hamas to release the remaining Israeli hostages being held in Gaza. CBS News' Courtney Kealy has more.
Hamas' Yahya Sinwar killed, Israel says
Yahya Sinwar has been killed by Israeli forces, Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz said. Hamas' top leader and apparent architect of the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks against Israel was killed during an operation in the Gaza Strip, the Israeli military said. Major Garrett anchored CBS News' special report.
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IDF investigating whether Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar has been killed; Study says weight-loss drugs could help with addiction.
Barriers to a cease-fire in Gaza
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been in the Middle East trying to revive talks for a cease-fire and hostage release in Gaza. Blinken said Israel's military has achieved its goal of "effectively dismantling" Hamas. "CBS Mornings" talks to Dan Senor who served as White House foreign policy adviser in the George W. Bush administration and Arwa Damon, the founder of the humanitarian nonprofit Inara, about the remaining barriers to a cease-fire in Gaza.
Blinken expresses hope for Gaza de-escalation
Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel Tuesday as the U.S. pushes for de-escalation in the Middle East. Blinken met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli officials in Jerusalem. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio and Charlie D'Agata have the latest.
Protests in Israel amid Blinken visit
The FBI says it is investigating an alleged leak of classified U.S. documents disclosing information on Israel's preparations for a retaliatory attack on Iran. The news comes during Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to Israel in an effort to revive cease-fire talks between the nation and Hamas. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest on the violence in the Middle East from Tel Aviv.
Blinken meets with Netanyahu
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Israel where he met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Blinken is in the Middle East hoping to revive Israel and Hamas cease-fire negotiations. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has the latest on conflict in the Middle East, and and Robert Berger looks at prospects of a deal after Yahya Sinwar's death.
The death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar
He was Israel's "most wanted," the accused mastermind of the October 7 attacks. But the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, killed by IDF forces this week in southern Gaza, has not ended Israel's long conflict against the terrorist group. Correspondent Holly Williams reports on the latest developments, and looks back on a 2021 press conference, where Sinwar issued a warning about another war.
Drone strike launched at Netanyahu's home, no injuries reported
Israel's government says a drone was launched toward the prime minister's house, with no casualties.
U.S. says Hamas leader's killing an opportunity, but the war rages on
President Biden says he told Israel's leader to make the killing of Hamas' leader "an opportunity" for peace in Gaza.
Israel, Gaza react to killing of Yahya Sinwar
In the aftermath of the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, there is renewed hope but little hard evidence that it will be possible to reach a cease-fire deal in the Israel-Hamas war. Ramy Inocencio reports from Tel Aviv.
Takeaways from Biden's trip to Germany
President Biden closed out the week by meeting with European allies in Berlin. The president used the overseas trip to urge continued Western support for Ukraine. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins with analysis.
White House: Hamas weakened from Sinwar death
White House national security communications adviser John Kirby said Friday that Hamas is in a "dramatically weakened position" following the killing of its leader Yahya Sinwar. His death has opened many questions about the future of the Israel-Hamas war and the possibility of a cease-fire and hostage release deal. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
Israeli official on Yahya Sinwar killing
Ofir Akunis, the Consul General of Israel in New York, says Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was caught while he was trying to escape through the Philadelphi Corridor. Akunis joined CBS News with more details on the Israeli military operation that led to Sinwar's death.
IDF gives more details on Sinwar killing
The Israel Defense Forces provided more details on the operation that led to the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in the Gaza Strip. Video of Sinwar's apparent last moments alive was also released. CBS News' Haley Ott has the latest.
Hamas wants cease-fire for hostages
Deputy Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya has confirmed Yahya Sinwar's death and said the remaining Oct. 7, 2023, hostages will not be released until a cease-fire deal is reached and Israeli troops withdraw from Gaza. CBS News' Haley Ott has more from Tel Aviv, and CBS News' Willie James Inman has more on Biden's response to the developments in the Middle East.
Biden on Israeli response to Iran attack
President Biden spoke to reporters before departing Germany. Mr. Biden commented on the potential to move forward with cease-fires in Lebanon and Gaza after Israel's operation that killed Hamas' leader Yahya Sinwar. Mr. Biden also said he has a good understanding of Israel's plans and timing for a response to Iran's recent attack.
How Sinwar killing changes Gaza cease-fire talks
The U.S. is calling the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar an opportunity for the end of the Israel-Hamas war. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Biden on death of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar
President Biden on Friday in Berlin addressed U.S. allies on Israel's killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, calling it a moment of justice and urging a path to peace. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on Biden's comments and what to expect from the rest of his trip to Europe.
Hezbollah vows to escalate fight with Israel
A day after an IDF operation killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the Lebanese-based Hezbollah militant group has vowed to launch a new phase of fighting against Israel. CBS News reporter Haley Ott has more.
IDF spokesman on Yahya Sinwar's killing
IDF international spokesman Major Doron Spielman joined CBS News to talk about Thursday's operation that killed Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar and where Israel's war with Hamas goes from here.
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Iran strikes U.S. jets after Trump promises war to end after midterms
Sources tell CBS News U.S. jets on a base in Jordan were hit by Iranian missiles after President Trump said the war will end "immediately" after midterms.
Trump pitches $5,000 checks, but only if GOP wins House and Senate
President Trump vowed Wednesday to send a $5,000 "dividend" to every American citizen after the midterms, but only if Republicans hold onto control of Congress. He didn't offer details on how the payments would work.
Afghan girls who study in secret want you to read their "letters to the world"
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Lawsuit seeks to block deployment of ICE, federal agents to polling sites
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Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
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Fetterman appears at RNC midterm convention in surprise video
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
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NYC after 9/11: 25 years of remembering and rebuilding
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Lawsuit seeks to block deployment of ICE, federal agents to polling sites
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
Multiple U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
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U.S. destroys another alleged drug boat as Rubio defends deadly strikes
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Trump pitches $5,000 checks, but only if GOP wins House and Senate
President Trump vowed Wednesday to send a $5,000 "dividend" to every American citizen after the midterms, but only if Republicans hold onto control of Congress. He didn't offer details on how the payments would work.
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Feds to buy up to $6 billion in Treasury bonds. Here's why.
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Apple unveils new foldable iPhone and more new devices
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Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
Trump administration to ban some Canadian motorcycles, dairy, alcohol
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Lawsuit seeks to block deployment of ICE, federal agents to polling sites
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
U.S. destroys another alleged drug boat as Rubio defends deadly strikes
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Trump jokes about trying to "redo" huge Luka Dončić trade in Dallas speech
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Trump pitches $5,000 checks, but only if GOP wins House and Senate
President Trump vowed Wednesday to send a $5,000 "dividend" to every American citizen after the midterms, but only if Republicans hold onto control of Congress. He didn't offer details on how the payments would work.
Rhode Island governor projected to lose Democratic primary to former CVS executive
Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee is the first sitting governor nationwide to lose a primary in eight years.
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Coroner releases details on 2 infant deaths in Pennsylvania measles outbreak
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A generation of kids suffers as Trump destabilizes immigrant families
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NYC officials release unseen post-9/11 air quality documents
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
What is postpartum psychosis?
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Multiple U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
One A-10 Thunderbolt, an attack aircraft known as the Warthog, was struck and lost a wing, according to sources.
Fire on ferry off Philippines leaves dozens missing, kills several
A fire on a passenger ferry off the western Philippines left dozens of people missing and killed at least five. An intense and widespread search was on for the unaccounted for.
Barry Melrose, prominent NHL player, coach and broadcaster, dies at 70
Barry Melrose, a hockey player-turned-coach who led the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final before going on to a long career in broadcasting the sport, has died at 70.
Afghan girls who study in secret want you to read their "letters to the world"
21 Afghan girls, bravely defying the Taliban by continuing to study, handed CBS News letters containing their stifled, often humble dreams "for an ordinary life."
Trump says he had "great conversation" with Putin amid renewed peace push
"He is wanting to make a deal. And if Zelenskyy is wanting to make a deal, that would be very nice," President Trump said.
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Fashion designer Romeo Hunte shares new pieces
Fashion designer Romeo Hunte joins "The Daily Report" to discuss pieces in his new collection as New York Fashion Week kicks off.
Dolly Parton's sister on the private funeral
Two weeks after her death at 80, a new song from Dolly Parton was released called "Bound to Ride," as part of an upcoming tribute album to the Stanley Brothers. Gayle King spoke exclusively with Dolly Parton's younger sister in an interview that will air on "CBS Mornings" on Thursday.
New documentary profiles 9/11 generation
A new Netflix documentary is out about those who were children in the wake of the 9/11 attacks. "Turning Point: Generation 9/11" profiles people whose parents died on that day, as well as soldiers who joined the military because of 9/11. Director Brian Knappenberger joins "The Takeout" to discuss the making of the film.
Alice Cooper, Joe Perry on Hollywood Vampires
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Insider details on New York Fasion Week
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Another Anthropic model gained access to open internet during testing
Anthropic announced a fourth cybersecurity incident in which Claude gained access to the open internet during testing.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo
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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.
Anthropic researcher comments fuel AI fears
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AI researchers warn of human extinction threat
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
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NASA plans to launch new space telescope
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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.
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Video shows attempted murder in Ohio
A potential killing was caught on camera in Ohio and was revealed at the trial of a man found guilty of attempting to shoot his wife in a crowded restaurant. Mark Strassmann reports.
Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: Reddington Weighs In
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Breaking down Lindsay Clancy attorney's plans
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Lindsay Clancy's lawyer on her future
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer Kevin Reddington told "CBS Mornings" that he plans to file a motion for her case to be thrown out after her murder trial ended in a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Lindsay Clancy's attorney says he will ask for case to be thrown out
Kevin Reddington, the lawyer for Lindsay Clancy, said he will present a motion to dismiss on Sept. 29 at a previously scheduled status hearing.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
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