Flight 17 crash site remains unsecured due to fighting
10 days after Malaysia plane shot down over Ukraine, international police team kept back from securing human remains and debris; evidence of missile blast grows
War in Ukraine
Black box findings consistent with missile blast
European air safety official tells CBS News that data from Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 black box show "massive explosive decompression"
Evidence Russian opened fire on Ukraine
Putin appears to be doubling down on Ukraine, stepping up Russia's role in the fight between Ukraine's government and the rebels
U.S.: Russia firing artillery at Ukraine military
State Department also cites evidence that Russia intends to deliver "more powerful multiple rocket launchers" to pro-Russian separatists
Two Ukrainian fighter jets shot down near MH17 crash site
Rebels say they shot down planes but Ukraine's Security Council reportedly says missiles may have been fired from Russia
Hillary Clinton: U.S. and Europe should get tough on Putin
"There is a price to pay" for the shooting down of the Malaysia Airlines jet over Ukraine, she said
Malaysia Airlines defends war-zone flight path
Company says its pilots did nothing wrong flying over eastern Ukraine, but damage done to carrier may be irreparable
Ukraine accuses Russia of helping destroy plane crash evidence
Kiev says militiamen removed 38 bodies from crash site; dozens of corpses still lay in bags by the side of the road
AIDS researchers, activists believed among Malaysia plane victims
Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 tragedy believed to have taken the lives of many influential people working in science and activism for HIV/AIDS
U.S.: "We cannot rule out" Russian role in plane downing
Samantha Power tells U.N. Security Council it is "unlikely" separatists could have fired missile without help from knowledgeable personnel
Advanced satellite company DigitalGlobe sets sights on Ukraine
Same company that 8 million people logged on to when Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 fell off the radar is now putting its efforts toward Flight 17
Malaysia Airlines Flight 17: Plane with 295 on board shot down in Ukraine
U.S. intelligence suspects plane brought down by missile; Ukraine government and pro-Russia separatists deny any responsibility for downing aircraft
Malaysia plane deviated from typical path before going down
Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 strayed from path its pilots should have been familiar with before crashing in Ukraine
Both sides in Ukraine deny shooting down plane
Region where Flight 17 was lost has seen severe fighting between government, pro-Russia separatists in recent days
Malaysia plane crashed in area of severe recent fighting
Ukraine's military, pro-Russian separatists have had several disputes over planes being shot down over eastern Ukraine in recent days
Ukraine says Russia shot down fighter jet
Kiev claims Russian jet shot down one of its fighters over Ukrainian territory as Putin slams new U.S. sanctions
The battle for eastern Ukraine
Pro-Russian fighters square off against Ukrainian state troops for control of eastern Ukraine near the Russsian border
Obama escalates economic sanctions against Russia
The president said Wednesday that Russia has not stopped supporting separatists who are violating Ukraine's sovereignty
Ukraine: Russian rocket may have downed military plane
Rebels claim to have shot down military transport, but Ukrainian defense minister says separatists' weapons could not have reached high-flying target
Russia says 1 dead after Ukrainian shell hits Russian border town
Putin expresses "grave concern" over incident but Ukraine denies firing shell into Russian territory, blames pro-Russian rebels
23 Ukraine troops killed; president says "militants will pay"
19 Ukraine servicemen killed in rocket attack; president says "everybody will get what is coming to them"
Ukraine rebels bracing for last stand in Donetsk?
3 bridges leading into big eastern city, where rebels ousted from nearby towns have regrouped, blown up amid gov't offensive
After loss, Ukraine rebels vow to regroup and fight on
Ukraine military succeeded in driving pro-Russian insurgents from Slavyansk, who have begun massing in stronghold of Donetsk
Ukraine claims significant victory in rebel stronghold
Ukrainian forces seize rebel headquarters in Slavyansk, forcing pro-Russian militants to flee, though they vow to regroup and fight on
Why hasn't Russia unleashed a cyber attack on Ukraine?
A Russian cyber assault that cripples Kiev's military and energy systems is believed feasible - but remains unexploited for now
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Aunt, cousin of Mexico's education secretary killed in their home
Authorities said officers killed three suspects in the shooting of two women, whom Secretary of Public Education Mario Delgado later identified as his aunt and cousin.
Gaza's key Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopens but only on limited basis
Gaza's Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopened on Monday for limited traffic, a key step as the Israeli-Hamas ceasefire moves ahead, Egyptian and Israeli security officials said.
Transcript: Gary Cohn on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 1, 2026
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Transcript: Rep. Michael McCaul on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 1, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Michael McCaul, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 1, 2026.
Iran's supreme leader warns of "regional war" in Middle East if U.S. attacks
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's comments are the most direct threat he's made so far amid escalating tensions with the U.S.
At least 145 people killed in multiple attacks in southwestern Pakistan
Militant attacks erupted in a resource-rich region where Pakistan is seeking to attract foreign investment in mining and minerals.
Transcript: Mayors Eileen Higgins, David Holt, Quinton Lucas and Mark Freeman on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 1, 2026
The following is the full transcript of a panel with Mayors Eileen Higgins, David Holt, Quinton Lucas and Mark Freeman, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 1, 2026.
Venezuela's Machado says transition of power post-Maduro is "unstoppable"
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado told CBS News any positive steps taken by the new post-Maduro government over the last month are due to pressure from President Trump.
More Russia-Ukraine peace talks set for next week, says Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the next round of peace talks between Russian and Ukrainian delegations will take place on Wednesday and Thursday in Abu Dhabi.
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Savannah Guthrie's mother missing in Arizona
Authorities in the Phoenix, Arizona area are searching for the mother of "Today Show" host Savannah Guthrie, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, who's been reported as missing.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Bad Bunny says "ICE out" at Grammy Awards: "We're not aliens"
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Who won Grammy Awards for 2026? See the full winners list here
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
ICE halts "all movement" at Texas detention facility due to measles infections
The measles cases at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center were detected Friday, Department of Homeland Security spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement to CBS News.
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5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Trump nominates government economist to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics
President Trump says he is nominating the government economist Brett Matsumoto to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
3 key questions for investors about Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh
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Patients are being hit with this surprise fee just for seeing their doc
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
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Bad Bunny says "ICE out" at Grammy Awards: "We're not aliens"
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Ex-Capitol riot prosecutors draft strategy for Congress to probe ICE conduct
The memo details a series of recommendations for Congressional committees to probe allegations of excessive force and violations by ICE agents in Minneapolis.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 1, 2026
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Ex-Trump economic adviser says Kevin Warsh will "take the Fed back" to norms
Gary Cohn, IBM vice chairman, said President Trump's nominee for chairman of the Federal Reserve Board is "very highly qualified" and will "take the Fed back to its traditional" norms.
Transcript: Gary Cohn on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 1, 2026
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5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
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Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
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A cop thought he had a muscle cramp. He ended up fighting for his life.
Sgt. Chris Johnson was told that his heart condition had nearly been "instantly fatal." Rapid medical care and rigorous therapy helped him recover.
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Aunt, cousin of Mexico's education secretary killed in their home
Authorities said officers killed three suspects in the shooting of two women, whom Secretary of Public Education Mario Delgado later identified as his aunt and cousin.
Gaza's key Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopens but only on limited basis
Gaza's Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopened on Monday for limited traffic, a key step as the Israeli-Hamas ceasefire moves ahead, Egyptian and Israeli security officials said.
Transcript: Gary Cohn on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 1, 2026
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Transcript: Rep. Michael McCaul on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 1, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Michael McCaul, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 1, 2026.
Iran's supreme leader warns of "regional war" in Middle East if U.S. attacks
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's comments are the most direct threat he's made so far amid escalating tensions with the U.S.
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Bad Bunny says "ICE out" at Grammy Awards: "We're not aliens"
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
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Kennedy Center to close for construction for 2 years, Trump says
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"Melania" documentary opens with better ticket sales than expected
Promoted by President Trump as "a must watch," the Melania Trump documentary "Melania" debuted with $7 million in ticket sales, according to estimates Sunday.
Jesse Welles: Keeping the spirit of American folk music alive
In an uncertain time, folk musician Jesse Welles – a four-time Grammy Award-nominee from Ozark, Arkansas – is reinvigorating the spirit and relevance of the protest song, spreading messages on such topics as health insurance and ICE agents.
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How the gramophone changed music
While Thomas Edison's cylinders were the first to play recorded sound, they were impractical – leading Emile Berliner to come up with a better way to play music: The gramophone, invented in 1887, which played flat discs. Jane Pauley reports.
Uber looks to cash in on self-driving cars — but not by driving them
The rideshare company is getting into the business of providing real-world driving data to autonomous vehicle developers. Here's why.
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.
New AI features for Gmail users
This month, Google launched a suite of new features for Gmail. Google's AI assistant, Gemini, can now filter through junk, summarize an inbox and even help users write emails. Blake Barnes, Gmail vice president of product, joins CBS News to discuss.
Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train
As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Aunt, cousin of Mexico's education secretary killed in their home
Authorities said officers killed three suspects in the shooting of two women, whom Secretary of Public Education Mario Delgado later identified as his aunt and cousin.
Virginia woman was strangled with her child sleeping nearby, authorities say
Ten days before investigators say Katlyn Lyon Montgomery, 28, was strangled in her sleep in the Virginia apartment she shared with her 4-year-old daughter and a new roommate, she had broken up with Trenton Frye, a North Carolina man she met online months before.
Firefighter accused of staging a house fire to cover up a murder
It was Thanksgiving Eve 2020, and Melissa Lamesch was excited about the upcoming birth of her first child. Investigators would learn there was someone who was not as enthused — the expectant father, firefighter Matthew Plote.
Judge rules out death penalty for Mangione
A judge declared that Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty if convicted on federal charges in the 2024 killing of United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson. It's a big win for Mangione, though he still faces the possibility of life in prison.
Virginia woman strangled days after dumping her deceptive boyfriend
The prosecutor said Katlyn Lyon Montgomery's ex-boyfriend dressed as a "ninja" to sneak up on her while asleep in her Virginia apartment.
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Moon rocket fueling test on tap to clear way for launch
If the countdown and fueling test go well, four astronauts will set their sights on a Super Bowl Sunday launch to the moon.
NASA's Artemis II slated to be a series of firsts
Extreme cold has forced NASA to reschedule its next moon mission. On Saturday, the massive Artemis II rocket stands on launch pad 39B at the Kennedy Space Center. Like Apollo 8 in 1968, it won't land on the lunar surface. Mark Strassmann has more on why the latest mission is considered groundbreaking.
NASA delays Artemis mission to moon due to cold weather
The first Artemis moonshot with a crew is now targeted for no earlier than Feb. 8, two days later than planned.
Artemis II crew undergoes intense training for rare moon mission
For months, the Artemis II crew and flight controllers have been simulating malfunctions to prepare for their upcoming trip around the Moon.
Inside Artemis II astronauts' training
NASA is preparing for its first crewed mission around the moon in more than 50 years. The Artemis II astronauts include three Americans and one Canadian on a 10-day flight. Mark Strassmann got a look at how they're training.
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Push for independent probe into MN shootings
Lawmakers are calling for an independent investigation into immigration enforcement tactics in Minnesota as members of the Trump administration face scrutiny over claims they've made.
Artemis | 60 Minutes Archive
In 2024, Bill Whitaker continued his reporting on Artemis, NASA's program which aims to send people back to the moon, establish an outpost at the south pole, and, eventually, make it to Mars.
NASA's journey to the far side of the moon
More than 50 years after NASA's last human mission to the moon, four astronauts, three Americans and a Canadian, are set for the 10-day Artemis II mission to the far side of the moon.