Dozens more civilians rescued from Ukrainian steel plant
Ukrainian fighters in Mariupol have been making their last stand to prevent Moscow's complete takeover of the strategically important port city.
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Italy freezes mega-yacht linked to "prominent elements of the Russian government"
There have been fears that the 459-foot long yacht, which has been in dry dock in the port of Marina di Carrara, was preparing to sail out of Italian waters soon.
U.S. giving intel to help Ukrainian defense
Pentagon spokesman John Kirby confirmed the U.S. is providing intelligence to Ukrainians to help them defend themselves against Russia. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces in Mariupol are making a last stand against a Russian onslaught on a besieged steel plant. Debora Patta has the latest.
Intelligence provided by the U.S. helped Ukrainians sink Russian ship Moskva
Intelligence the U.S. provided showed the location of the Moskva, but the U.S. had no role in the decision to strike it.
Hillary Clinton says human trafficking is "sadly exploding in Ukraine"
The former secretary of state said women in Ukraine have "been the victims of not just murder and rape, but kidnapping."
More evacuations underway as Ukrainians make a last stand in Mariupol
Russia is reportedly preparing to hold a "Victory Day" parade in the decimated port city where, despite relentless bombing, hundreds of civilians have made it out.
Rescue operation underway in Mariupol as Russian forces enter steel plant
Ukraine's military says Russian troops are now inside the plant — the last stronghold of the city's defenders.
Russia and Ukraine's "war of attrition" has begun, says European official
An official from a Western-allied country outlined a number of factors likely to play into how long the conflict will last.
Civilians remain trapped in Mariupol
A rescue operation is underway in Mariupol to help the remaining civilians trapped inside a besieged steel plant. Ukraine's military said Russian troops are now inside the plant. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Inside a dystopian retirement village left by Russia's war of attrition
CBS News meets weary souls eking out an existence in a front-line Ukrainian town where Russia "can't do anything except bomb everything."
American fighters seek to help civilians across Ukraine
Ukrainian forces are being joined by Americans who want to help civilians affected by Russia's assault.
Contact lost with Ukrainian troops amid "heavy fighting" at steel plant
"There are local residents there, civilians, hundreds of them there. There are children waiting for rescue," the mayor of Mariupol said.
EU takes step toward Russian oil ban and new sanctions
If approved, the ban on oil imports would be the second package of EU sanctions targeting Russia's lucrative energy industry since the country invaded Ukraine.
600 possibly killed in Mariupol theater airstrike, evidence shows
An Associated Press investigation has found evidence that the attack was in fact far deadlier than estimated.
Ukrainian children in U.S. custody find unlikely sponsors
The Department of Health and Human Services is currently housing 30 unaccompanied children from Ukraine in shelters across the country, a U.S. official tells CBS News.
Putin's campaign of terror leaves Ukrainians with "nowhere to go"
As lucky survivors recall hiding from airstrikes under a steel plant in Mariupol, residents of another front-line town share the horrors of life under Russia's relentless assault.
Russia attacks Mariupol after promising safe passage
Russian forces launched a full-scale attack on a steel plant in Mariupol, blocking further evacuations of civilians. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Russia storms key steel plant in Mariupol as some evacuees reach safety
Russian troops also shelled a chemical plant in the eastern city of Avdiivka, killing at least 10 people, Donetsk regional governor Pavlo Kyrylenko said.
Russia accuses Israel of supporting "neo-Nazis" in Ukraine
Israel has voiced support for Ukraine after Russia launched its invasion, but has refrained from directly criticizing the Kremlin and joined the Western effort to sanction Russian oligarchs.
U.S. gets permission from Fiji to seize Russian-owned mega-yacht
American and Fijian officials claim the $325 million Amadea is owned by sanctioned billionaire Suleiman Kerimov.
How one Ukrainian town sacrificed itself to stop Russia's invaders
CBS News sees the remarkable tactics helping Ukraine's defenders, as dozens of civilians who escaped a battered steelworks head for safety, and more await rescue.
Ukrainian civilians evacuated from Mariupol
Some civilians were able to escape from a steel plant in Mariupol where they've been trapped for weeks as Russian forces attacked the city. Chris Livesay reports.
Ukrainian drones destroy Russian patrol ships, defense ministry says
Raptor patrol boats, which can carry up to 23 personnel, are usually equipped with machine guns and used in reconnaissance or landing operations.
Israel demands apology after Russian official says Hitler had Jewish roots
"This is an unforgivable and outrageous statement and a terrible historic mistake and we expect an apology," Israel's foreign minister said.
Angelina Jolie makes surprise visit to Ukraine
Angelina Jolie met children who were injured in a Russian missile attack on a railway station last month, Lviv's regional governor said.
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Pentagon probing how shipment of F-35 fighter jet parts was diverted
The U.S. is trying to retrieve the parts, which were reported by Bloomberg News to be in China's possession.
Officer thwarted Ontario synagogue shooting despite life-threatening injuries
Constable Jeff Smith was shot several times, suffering wounds to his head and torso, but continued fending off the attack until a second officer arrived.
U.S. troops help Ecuador arrest dozens linked to ruthless cartel
The operation "was conducted jointly with U.S. troops and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)," Ecuador's interior minister said.
U.K. prime minister teases possible return of booze to soccer matches
British leader and soccer fan Andy Burnham told reporters a four-decade ban on alcohol in stadium bleachers at men's games is "discrimination."
Was Hitler behind niece's death? Documents raise questions about alibi
Newly unearthed records have cast doubt on Adolf Hitler's whereabouts at the time of his niece's suspicious 1931 death, Der Spiegel reported.
Israel's Netanyahu addresses U.N. as many leaders walk out
Benjamin Netanyahu focused on Iran, and on defending Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank amid condemnation from fellow leaders at the U.N.
Marineland dolphin dies at Spain aquarium in latest death after rescue
Echo, one of four dolphins transferred to Oceanogràfic València from Marineland Canada, died on Wednesday, the Spanish facility said.
Chinese analysts say Trump should "understand pressure doesn't work" on Xi
Trump must accept that pressure alone "doesn't work on Xi. It doesn't work on China, and it doesn't work on the Chinese people," experts tell CBS News.
Accused Nazi POW camp guard, 105, being investigated in Germany
The man is "accused of being an accessory to multiple murders through his activities there," prosecutors said.
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New bill would lower Social Security retirement age for some workers
Workers in physically demanding jobs should be able to collect full Social Security retirement benefits at age 60, a Michigan lawmaker says.
Netanyahu says "shame on you" to Mamdani, claims "Jews no longer feel safe"
Netanyahu's address to the U.N. marks the first time he has visited New York since Mamdani became mayor.
Why the bond market is freaking out, and what it means for your money
Investors are increasingly nervous about rising inflation, which could require the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates.
Iran war powers measure falls short in Senate, despite new GOP support
The Senate rejected a resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's war powers in Iran, though the Democrat-led effort picked up one new GOP supporter.
Mortgage rates are back above 7%. How much higher could they climb?
Rates are "far more likely to go up than down by the end of the year," a senior economist at Realtor.com told CBS News.
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New bill would lower Social Security retirement age for some workers
Workers in physically demanding jobs should be able to collect full Social Security retirement benefits at age 60, a Michigan lawmaker says.
Why the bond market is freaking out, and what it means for your money
Investors are increasingly nervous about rising inflation, which could require the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates.
Mortgage rates are back above 7%. How much higher could they climb?
Rates are "far more likely to go up than down by the end of the year," a senior economist at Realtor.com told CBS News.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Small businesses roll the dice on Kalshi to manage their risks
Hundreds of small businesses are using the prediction market to hedge against a range of business risks, according to Kalshi. Here's how.
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Pentagon probing how shipment of F-35 fighter jet parts was diverted
The U.S. is trying to retrieve the parts, which were reported by Bloomberg News to be in China's possession.
Trump administration urges Supreme Court to revive third-country deportation policy
The Trump administration urged the Supreme Court to revive its policy of deporting some migrants to places other than their country of birth.
DOJ says it's moving to end more than 50 decades-old school desegregation cases
The Justice Department said Thursday it was seeking to end more than 50 long-standing consent decrees dating back decades that sought to curb unlawful racial segregation that was prevalent during the Jim Crow era.
Netanyahu says "shame on you" to Mamdani, claims "Jews no longer feel safe"
Netanyahu's address to the U.N. marks the first time he has visited New York since Mamdani became mayor.
Iran war powers measure falls short in Senate, despite new GOP support
The Senate rejected a resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's war powers in Iran, though the Democrat-led effort picked up one new GOP supporter.
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Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
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Pentagon probing how shipment of F-35 fighter jet parts was diverted
The U.S. is trying to retrieve the parts, which were reported by Bloomberg News to be in China's possession.
Officer thwarted Ontario synagogue shooting despite life-threatening injuries
Constable Jeff Smith was shot several times, suffering wounds to his head and torso, but continued fending off the attack until a second officer arrived.
U.S. troops help Ecuador arrest dozens linked to ruthless cartel
The operation "was conducted jointly with U.S. troops and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)," Ecuador's interior minister said.
U.K. prime minister teases possible return of booze to soccer matches
British leader and soccer fan Andy Burnham told reporters a four-decade ban on alcohol in stadium bleachers at men's games is "discrimination."
Was Hitler behind niece's death? Documents raise questions about alibi
Newly unearthed records have cast doubt on Adolf Hitler's whereabouts at the time of his niece's suspicious 1931 death, Der Spiegel reported.
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Sylvester Stallone jokes about one of his wildest jobs before fame
Sylvester Stallone said he took a series of odd jobs to make ends meet before the bruised but unbowed Rocky Balboa.
Sylvester Stallone on cleaning lion cages
Sylvester Stallone took on a series of odd jobs to make ends meet before becoming a Hollywood legend. He tells correspondent Tracy Smith about one of his wildest gigs. Watch more of their conversation this weekend on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Kim Kardashian on "Team Moms: Baseball"
Kim Kardashian and the producers of "Love Island" teamed up to create "Team Moms: Baseball," a new reality show exploring the cutthroat world of elite kids' sports. Kim Kardashian and producer Natalie Ento sat down with "Entertainment Tonight" host Nischelle Turner to explain more.
First look at Taylor Swift's "Patient Zero"
"CBS Mornings" shares an exclusive first look at the video for Taylor Swift's new single, "Patient Zero."
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Taylor Swift to debut "Patient Zero" music video at VMAs. Watch a preview.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
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Andreessen Horowitz introduces AI school
The Horowitz Andreessen Academy is offering students a college alternative focused on artificial intelligence. CEO Gagan Biyani joins CBS News to discuss the revolutionary idea.
Rogue AI agent hacks government website
Australia says an OpenAI model hacked a government website containing health information. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
Will Trump and Xi take on AI during visit?
More details on alarming cases involving rogue AI models are emerging as President Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington, D.C. Meanwhile, calls for regulation are growing louder. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
OpenAI model hacked Australia healthcare site
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is fuming after an OpenAI model hacked a government website in June. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio breaks down the details on the historic attack.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Officer thwarted Ontario synagogue shooting despite life-threatening injuries
Constable Jeff Smith was shot several times, suffering wounds to his head and torso, but continued fending off the attack until a second officer arrived.
U.S. troops help Ecuador arrest dozens linked to ruthless cartel
The operation "was conducted jointly with U.S. troops and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)," Ecuador's interior minister said.
Police accused of misusing Flock cameras
Concerns are growing over the potential misuse of automated license plate readers. Five police officers in Indianapolis are the latest to face criminal charges for allegedly using Flock cameras to track romantic partners and others.
Accused Nazi POW camp guard, 105, being investigated in Germany
The man is "accused of being an accessory to multiple murders through his activities there," prosecutors said.
Pittsburgh doctor attacked and killed while he slept, wife also stabbed
Dr. Idris Evans, a physician and medical director from UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, was killed in an overnight stabbing.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
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.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
U.S. government foots bill for pro-Trump ad
A pro-Trump ad denouncing communism that was paid for by the U.S. government has hit the airwaves as the president hosts China's Xi Jinping, a communist, and as a judge blocks Mr. Trump's ban on three news outlets from the White House. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports. Then, Steve Yates, former deputy national security adviser to Dick Cheney, joins with analysis.
Pastor Ezra Jin free from Chinese persecution
A Christian leader was released from a Chinese prison in July after President Trump pleaded his case with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Chinese government arrested Ezra Jin in Beijing along with dozens of other religious leaders after church raids. Jin and his daughter, Grace Jin Drexel, join CBS News.
Nolo threatens Hawaii; nor'easter heads East
The U.S. is facing extreme weather across multiple regions, with Hawaii bracing for Tropical Storm Nolo and the East Coast preparing for a nor'easter. CBS News meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest forecast.
Tillis on China and Iran
GOP Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil that he would like to see President Trump press Chinese President Xi Jinping about supporting Iran through oil purchases and by providing the regime with satellite targeting data. "If we want to build a relationship, a productive relationship with XI Jinping and China, we also have to hold them accountable for things that are just simply unacceptable," Tillis said.