American monitor killed in Ukraine identified
European officials say paramedic Joseph Stone died when vehicle carrying monitoring team in separatist region hit land mine: Reuters
Ukraine In Turmoil
American paramedic killed in land mine blast
Two European members of the monitoring team were wounded
Ukraine says ex-lawmaker's killing Russian "state terrorism"
Denis Voronenkov, described as "main witnesses of the Russian aggression against Ukraine," gunned down outside hotel
With aid cut, thousands on "verge of survival in the heart of Europe"
Ukrainian charity says work in area held by Russian-backed rebels suspended as warring sides use food, as a weapon
Ukraine lawmaker who met Trump associates faces treason probe
Andrei Artemenko reportedly met Trump's lawyer and a business partner in January over plan to lease Crimea to Russia
Trump issues defense of Putin
President Trump said over the weekend he would work with Russia and Ukraine to help "restore peace" along their border. Mr. Trump also seemed to downplay Russian President Vladimir Putin's history of violence. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
Haley says Russia sanctions over Ukraine will continue
Haley, the newly instated U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, criticized Russia at her first appearance on the U.N. Security Council
Ukraine conflict
Sen. John McCain is calling for the U.S. to help Ukraine in the conflict heating up again between the nation and Russia. CBS News Foreign Correspondent Holly Williams joins CBSN with the latest.
Artillery salvos shake eastern Ukraine on fifth day of escalated fighting
Shelling appeared to intensify after nightfall on Thursday and both sides reported civilian deaths
Latest violence in Ukraine could be test for Trump administration
On Ukraine’s frozen battlefield, government forces and separatists are fighting once again
Escalating violence in Ukraine
After a lull in fighting, Russia and Ukraine are blaming each other for an upsurge in violence, reports CBS News' Holly Williams.
All eyes on Trump amid "serious spike" in Ukraine war
At least 10 killed this week in fighting between Russian-backed rebels, Ukrainian forces, as both sides wait for U.S. reaction
Ukraine says 2 troops killed in Russian-backed rebel offensive
Ukraine says fighting has flared southeast of the rebel stronghold of Donetsk, and total of 9 killed in a week
Russia hacked Ukrainian forces
A new report found that same Russian hacking group that infiltrated the Democratic National Committee broke into a Ukrainian military app that helped target artillery fire. Russian-backed separatists used the information to target Ukrainian troops. David Martin reports.
Russia withdraws backing for International Criminal Court
Move comes day after U.N. human rights committee condemned Russia's "temporary occupation of Crimea" in Ukraine
No end in sight for a deadly, "pointless war"
Ukrainian forces and Russian-backed rebels acknowledge stalemate, but could dragging the conflict out be "profitable for both sides"?
Ukraine puts troops on combat alert, tension with Russia mounts
Following accusation from Putin that Ukraine's government plotted attack on Russian troops in Crimea, both sides bear down
Ukraine conflict with Russian-backed rebels gets deadlier
The United Nations says more than 9,400 people have been killed since the conflict broke out and Russia annexed part of Ukraine in April 2014
Prominent journalist killed in apparent car bomb assassination
Ukrainian news website's founder was killed 16 years ago, now one of its leading reporters is also dead
5 civilians killed as war quietly rages in eastern Ukraine
Pregnant woman among at least five killed in worst civilian loss of life in months since two year war started and claimed over nine thousand lives
Ukraine's embattled prime minister resigns
Arseniy Yatsenyuk had been under fire over the worsening economy and slow pace of reforms
Russian court convicts Ukrainian pilot, so she sings
Nadezhda Savchenko was serving in a Ukrainian volunteer battalion against Russia-backed rebels when she was captured by separatist rebels
NATO's challenges coming "quickly and with complexities"
U.S. defense chief heads for key meetings on future of trans-Atlantic alliance and how to fight ISIS, as NATO tries to "adapt itself"
Putin rattles Russia's saber with massive military drills
Thousands of troops and hundreds of planes in southwest Russia tested for their readiness amid continuing tensions with West
America's "powerful signal to allies" -- and Russia
Obama to quadruple spending to $3.4B on military support for European allies, aimed at "deterring Russia from further aggression"
World
Caeleb Dressel sets Olympic record, wins 1st individual Olympic gold
The Team USA star took the top spot in the 100-meter freestyle and he put things in perspective in an interview afterwards.
20 Olympic athletes ineligible to compete after failing anti-doping tests
The group of unnamed athletes represent a variety of nations, including Belarus, Ethiopia, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria and Ukraine.
Meet Jade Carey, Simone Biles' replacement in the all-around final
On Thursday, Jade Carey will compete for gold — as a replacement for Simone Biles, who withdrew to focus on her mental health.
Tennis star says "I can die" in heat, 2nd Olympian leaves in wheelchair
Players struggled as the temperature rose to 88 degrees but the heat index made it feel like a sizzling 99 degrees.
Olympic host Japan records record number of new COVID cases
As the Delta variant fuels a surge in infections, a hospital director says "medical system collapse is a real possibility."
Swimmer beats COVID twice to win gold at Tokyo Olympics
"I contracted COVID twice in the last 12 months," Brit Tom Dean said. "Sitting in my flat in isolation, an Olympic gold was a million miles away."
Michael Phelps says Simone Biles' anguish "broke my heart"
The iconic Olympic swimmer says he can relate to the superstar gymnast's ordeal and hopes her openness about it helps destigmatize mental health issues.
Simone Biles pulls out of Olympic all-around competition
The gymnastics superstar withdrew to focus on her mental well-being, USA Gymnastics said.
Katie Ledecky makes history with first-ever 1,500-meter gold
It was her third event and first gold at the Tokyo Games. After her victory, she got emotional.
Former President Obama joins NBA Africa as strategic partner
The former president will have a minority equity stake in the organization.
Top Olympic moments that happened off the playing field
From dancing coaches to standing ovations, here are the top Olympic moments you might've missed.
DACA recipient allowed to leave U.S. to compete in Olympics
"It would be a honor and a privilege to represent my home country but also be able to be a voice and represent over 600,000 Dreamers like me," Luis Grijalva said.
Kerry "not confident" world will avoid worst damages of climate change
President Biden's special envoy for climate tells CBS News in an exclusive interview the extreme weather being seen around the world this summer is a "direct impact of the climate crisis."
Bermuda now smallest country to win gold at Summer Olympics
"I think (the medal) is bigger than me," said Flora Duffy, who won the triathlon on Tuesday.
Philippines' first gold medalist rewarded with money and homes
"To all the young generation in the Philippines, please dream high. That's how I started. I dreamed high and finally I was able to do it," she said.
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Caeleb Dressel sets Olympic record, wins 1st individual Olympic gold
The Team USA star took the top spot in the 100-meter freestyle and he put things in perspective in an interview afterwards.
20 Olympic athletes ineligible to compete after failing anti-doping tests
The group of unnamed athletes represent a variety of nations, including Belarus, Ethiopia, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria and Ukraine.
Meet Jade Carey, Simone Biles' replacement in the all-around final
On Thursday, Jade Carey will compete for gold — as a replacement for Simone Biles, who withdrew to focus on her mental health.
Tennis star says "I can die" in heat, 2nd Olympian leaves in wheelchair
Players struggled as the temperature rose to 88 degrees but the heat index made it feel like a sizzling 99 degrees.
Olympic host Japan records record number of new COVID cases
As the Delta variant fuels a surge in infections, a hospital director says "medical system collapse is a real possibility."
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Tsunami warning lifted for southern Alaska after 8.2 quake offshore
The major, shallow shaker hit off the Alaskan peninsula. A tsunami watch posted for Hawaii was also cancelled.
Caeleb Dressel sets Olympic record, wins 1st individual Olympic gold
The Team USA star took the top spot in the 100-meter freestyle and he put things in perspective in an interview afterwards.
U.S. sells one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album seized from Martin Shkreli
Proceeds for the sale will go towards Shkreli's court-ordered fines and payments.
4 Nationals players and 8 staff members test positive for COVID-19
"Some of the guys are asymptomatic, some are symptomatic. It's unfortunate this happened but we've got to follow MLB protocols," the team's manager said.
Portal will allow small businesses to directly apply for PPP forgiveness
The portal, expected to launch August 4, will apply to businesses that have Paycheck Protection Program loans of $150,000 or less.
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Senate votes to move forward with bipartisan infrastructure bill
The Senate secured enough votes to move ahead with a bipartisan infrastructure agreement.
Arizona Senate's liaison to ballot audit says he's stepping down
"I cannot be locked out of a process that is at its most critical phase," Bennett told a talk show host on Wednesday.
Pelosi calls Kevin McCarthy a "moron" for criticizing mask mandate
The House GOP leader had claimed mask-wearing in the House was not based in science.
Democrats at odds over cancelling student debt
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says Congress needs to pass legislation, a day after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer advocated forgiveness from the president's pen.
D.C. officer gets threatening voicemail during January 6 testimony
The voicemail was left minutes after Fanone delivered emotional testimony criticizing those who have attempted to downplay the January 6 assault.
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U.S. sells one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album seized from Martin Shkreli
Proceeds for the sale will go towards Shkreli's court-ordered fines and payments.
Bob Odenkirk in stable condition after "heart-related incident"
Odenkirk, the 58-year-old "Better Call Saul" star, was rushed to a hospital after collapsing on set Tuesday.
DaBaby apologizes for "insensitive" comments on HIV/AIDS
The 29-year-old rapper was criticized by activists, fellow musicians and fans for his comments.
Lawmakers suggest ways to curb overcrowding at national parks
Hordes of visitors are "loving our parks to death" since COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted.
Bob Odenkirk collapses on set of "Better Call Saul"
He was rushed to a hospital but his condition and the cause of the collapse were unclear.
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California sues Activision over "frat boy" work culture
During "cube crawls," male employees walked around offices drinking and harassing female co-workers, California lawsuit states.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
The world's top ransomware gangs created a cybercrime cartel
Russian cybercriminal gangs are mentoring younger groups and sharing hacking techniques, tools and data breach details.
FTC votes to defend "right to repair" with "new vigor"
Allowing consumers to make repairs themselves keeps electronics "off the scrap heap," says PIRG campaign director.
Mars rover set to collect first samples
The rover's samples from the floor of an ancient Martian lakebed will be retrieved and returned to Earth later this decade.
Science
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California and Nevada governors urge federal aid to fight wildfires
Governors Gavin Newsom of California and Steve Sisolak of Nevada spoke with CBS News exclusively amid another brutal wildfire season.
CDC says some vaccinated Americans should wear masks indoors again
The CDC also said masks should be required of everyone inside K-12 schools.
NASA detects water vapor on the solar system's largest moon
Where there's water, there could be life as we know it.
California and NYC to require their workers to get COVID vaccine
The move comes as the contagious Delta variant of the coronavirus grips the nation.
Students adapt wheelchair for teacher's husband and baby
"I never thought I'd be able to do something like this safely," the husband said.
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McCormick recalls three seasonings due to salmonella concerns
Kroger, Publix, Stop & Shop, Target and Walmart among retailers that sold spices in 32 states, Bermuda and Canada.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
CDC says some vaccinated Americans should wear masks indoors again
The CDC also said masks should be required of everyone inside K-12 schools.
Nevada brings back mask mandate in line with new CDC guidance
The order goes into effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday.
Louisiana prisons suspend visitation as COVID-19 cases soar
Louisiana is one of five states with the highest COVID-19 case rates, according to the White House.
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From Apple to Indeed, COVID variants delay return to office
Employment website Indeed moved its return-to-office date to January 2022, citing the rise of new strains of the virus.
Activision CEO apologizes, vows "swift action" to fix workplace
Apology comes hours before employee walkout in support of equal pay and "better labor conditions for all employees."
U.S. sells one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album seized from Martin Shkreli
Proceeds for the sale will go towards Shkreli's court-ordered fines and payments.
Portal will allow small businesses to directly apply for PPP forgiveness
The portal, expected to launch August 4, will apply to businesses that have Paycheck Protection Program loans of $150,000 or less.
Landlords sue federal government for back rent due to CDC ban
The National Apartment Association says the CDC's eviction ban cost its members tens of billions of dollars.
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TikTok star on life support, friend shot dead inside movie theater
Rylee Goodrich is dead, and Anthony Barajas was on life support, police in Corona, California, said.
Hobby Lobby forfeits "Epic of Gilgamesh" tablet to Justice Department
The tablet, one of the thousands illegally smuggled out of the Middle East, was seized by federal agents in 2019.
Political donor Ed Buck found guilty in overdose deaths
"This man did some terrible things to human beings," said a sister of one of the overdose victims after the verdict.
Man gets life for killing college student who mistook his car for Uber
"I close my eyes, and I feel what she endured at his hands," Samantha Josephson's mother said during the sentencing phase of the trial.
Spa shooting suspect pleads guilty to 4 murders
Robert Aaron Long will face charges in Fulton County, where prosecutors intend to seek hate crime enhancements and the death penalty.
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Space
FAA changes definition of astronaut
Being an astronaut isn't what it used to be. The Federal Aviation Administration changed its definition of who qualifies even as billionaire-driven space tourism ramps up. CBS News' Michael George reports.
NASA detects water vapor on the solar system's largest moon
Where there's water, there could be life as we know it.
Russians ditch space station module, clearing way for new lab
After resolving multiple problems, Russian flight controllers cleared the way for Thursday's arrival of the new Nauka lab module.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
July's full Buck moon rises this week — and it may appear red
The full moon may appear a reddish-orange hue — and this time, it's not because of an eclipse.
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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
Investigators want the public's help identifying women and children in convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs.
Evidence in the case against Mary Katherine Higdon
The investigation into Steven Freeman's death reveals a toxic relationship between high school sweethearts.
Evidence photos: Chino Hills massacre
Four people were brutally murdered in Chino Hills, Calif,. in 1983. Evidence used to convict Kevin Cooper is being questioned more than 35 years later.
Musicians are back on stage
After COVID shuttered live music events around the world in 2020, musical artists are now returning to festival and concert stages - and so are the fans.
Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony
A display of fireworks and choreography unfolded in a near-empty stadium in a subdued ceremony.
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Bring Your Own Brigade | Official Trailer
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Lucy Walker’s documentary captures the horror and heroism of the deadliest week of wildfires in California history and explores the causes and solutions of a global crisis that is quite literally burning our world to the ground. Bring Your Own Brigade is in theaters August 6 and streaming on CBSN and Paramount+ on August 20.
7/28: Red and Blue
White House pushes for federal employee mask mandate; Carol Leonnig book details final days of Trump presidency
Fighting for Paradise: Puerto Rico's Future
CBSN Originals' new documentary explores the growing economic inequality in Puerto Rico and the divide over whether statehood is the solution.
Farmers face excessive heat exposure due to climate change
Research shows farmers are having to spend increasingly more time in excessively hot temperatures as a result of climate change. Dr. Michelle Tigchelaar, a research scientist at the Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss her findings.
Officials push COVID vaccines to end 4th wave
The head of the CDC says the U.S. can "halt the chain" of coronavirus transmission. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports the agency insists vaccines are the key to victory. Then, Dr. Payal Patel, an infectious diseases physician at the University of Michigan Medical School, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the day's COVID headlines.