Pakistan to free key Afghan Taliban militant
The move to release Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar is seen as to "further facilitate the Afghan reconciliation process," said Pakistan official
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Will U.S. and Iran break diplomatic ice at U.N.?
Washington weighing whether new Iranian president's recent overtures actually represent new policies or just new packaging
Mexico looks for landslide victims, missing police chopper
Search efforts continued in La Pintada where 68 people were reported missing following Monday's slide; police helicopter carrying relief operations also unaccounted for
South African rhino deaths on track to new record
With 500 rhinos killed so far this year, 2013 is set to top 2012's record of 668 rhinos killed
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Woman survives 16 days in well on rainwater, corn grains
48-year-old fell down Chinese well while looking for wild herbs; doctors calling her survival a miracle
Mother, uncle of "Jihad" convicted in French court
French appeals court charges woman and her brother after her toddler son, named Jihad, goes to preschool in T-shirt saying "I am a bomb"
Brazilian rancher sentenced in case of murdered U.S. nun
American nun spent three decades trying to preserve rain forest and defend rights of poor settlers in Brazil; gunned down in 2005
Syria opposition: Al Qaeda-linked militants hurt our cause
Syrian National Coalition says jihadis' push to establish an Islamic state undermines the rebels' struggle for a free Syria
Syria hands over "initial" info on chemical weapons
Global chemical weapons watchdog says regime has provided "initial declaration," but is yet to be verified by experts
Pope blasts abortion after decrying focus on rules
After criticizing church's obsession with "small-minded rules," Francis denounces abortions as symptom of today's "throw-away culture"
5-month-old baby killed in airport conveyor belt accident
Infant was on conveyor belt that delivers outsize luggage when the accident happened, Spanish official says
Syria rebels dismiss regime's call for ceasefire
Spokesman for U.S.-backed Syrian National Coalition says deputy PM's suggestion of truce is "not a credible statement"
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143 bodies discovered in Nigeria's terror-plagued north
Highest death toll incident to date raises local ire as gov't claims it's beating Islamic insurgency
Dolan: Church's "finger-wagging tone is counterproductive"
Archbishop of New York reflects on Pope Francis' comments that the Catholic church needs to get past some of it's "small-minded rules"
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Funding fight turns to the House as lawmakers look to avoid lengthy shutdown
The House is returning to Washington on Monday, where GOP leaders are aiming to move swiftly to approve the funding package.
Judicial misconduct complaint against Judge James Boasberg dismissed
President Trump has attacked U.S. District Judge James Boasberg for his decisions against the administration in a case involving the summary removals of Venezuelan migrants to a Salvadoran prison.
Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow on Groundhog Day 2026
Punxsutawney Phil looked for his shadow during the 2026 Groundhog Day ceremony.
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. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
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”I saw everything”: Immigrant sought by agents ahead of Pretti killing speaks out
"I was there. I saw everything," Jose Huerta Chuma, who remains in hiding, told CBS News.
Savannah Guthrie's mother missing in Arizona
Authorities in the Tucson, Arizona, area are searching for the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, who has been reported missing.
Trump launching $12 billion stockpile of rare earth minerals
President Trump is launching a $12 billion stockpile of critical and rare earth minerals, a White House official said.
Norwegian princess' son accused of assault ahead of trial on rape charges
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son hit with new criminal charges as she apologizes for "poor judgment" over Epstein ties.
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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Trump launching $12 billion stockpile of rare earth minerals
President Trump is launching a $12 billion stockpile of critical and rare earth minerals, a White House official said.
Judicial misconduct complaint against Judge James Boasberg dismissed
President Trump has attacked U.S. District Judge James Boasberg for his decisions against the administration in a case involving the summary removals of Venezuelan migrants to a Salvadoran prison.
Arizona college student dies after fraternity rush event; 3 arrested
An 18-year-old student at Northern Arizona University died after a fraternity rush event, police said. Three students were arrested and charged with hazing.
Savannah Guthrie's mother missing in Arizona
Authorities in the Tucson, Arizona, area are searching for the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, who has been reported 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.
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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
Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, is in line to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell in May. Here's what Wall Street wants to know.
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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Trump launching $12 billion stockpile of rare earth minerals
President Trump is launching a $12 billion stockpile of critical and rare earth minerals, a White House official said.
Judicial misconduct complaint against Judge James Boasberg dismissed
President Trump has attacked U.S. District Judge James Boasberg for his decisions against the administration in a case involving the summary removals of Venezuelan migrants to a Salvadoran prison.
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Funding fight turns to the House as lawmakers look to avoid lengthy shutdown
The House is returning to Washington on Monday, where GOP leaders are aiming to move swiftly to approve the funding package.
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.
Kennedy Center to close for construction for 2 years, Trump says
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said in a social media post.
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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.
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
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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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Elephant kills tourist in Thailand, 3rd fatality linked to same animal
The victim's wife managed to escape after park rangers scared the animal away, officials said.
Norwegian princess' son accused of assault ahead of trial on rape charges
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son hit with new criminal charges as she apologizes for "poor judgment" over Epstein ties.
U.K. military says "rogue drone" incidents near bases doubled last year
The British government is seeking new powers for troops as sightings of "rogue drones" around military bases doubled amid tension with Russia.
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.
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Behind-the-scenes on the Grammys red carpet
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke to Grammy nominees, winners and other stars on the award show red carpet.
Highlights from the Grammy Awards
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King breaks down the big winners and special moments from Sunday's Grammy Awards.
Stars remember and honor Catherine O'Hara
Tributes have poured in for actor Catherine O'Hara, who died Friday at the age of 71. Macaulay Culkin, who starred in "Home Alone" as O'Hara's son, wrote, "Mama, I thought we had time. I wanted more, but I had so much more to say - I love you." Vlad Duthiers reports.
Bad Bunny wins Album of the Year at Grammys
Bad Bunny took home the top prize at the Grammy Awards -- Album of the Year -- as Kendrick Lamar also won big with five awards. Meanwhile, many artists at the awards show wore "ICE out" pins and called for love and hope in their speeches.
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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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
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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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Elon Musk reacts to latest Epstein files drop
Emails apparently exchanged between Jeffrey Epstein and Elon Musk are part of the latest batch of files released by the Justice Department. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Musk, Lutnick appear in latest Epstein files
Members of President Trump's inner circle appear in the latest batch of files released by the Justice Department related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
Ex-Prince Andrew in Epstein files latest drop
The latest documents released by the Justice Department related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation include images of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, as the ex-prince is now known. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
New Epstein files batch reference Trump
The latest batch of files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation reference President Trump and other members of his inner circle. Now, some lawmakers and survivors are calling for more transparency on the matter. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
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.
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After more than 50 years, NASA astronauts are going back to 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.
Inside NASA's Artemis II mission
Artemis II echoes the Apollo-era missions that paved the way for the first moon landing — and sets the stage for what comes next.
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.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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House panel to consider funding package
The House Rules Committee is set to consider a funding package on Monday after a partial government shutdown began Saturday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
Why Trump wants to close the Kennedy Center
President Trump announced on social media that the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts would close on July 4, 2026. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi explains why.
Blanche says Epstein files review is over
U.S. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said Sunday that the Justice Department's review of files relating to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is over after the DOJ released three million pages on Friday. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Ramy Inocencio have the latest.
Major political upset in Texas
Two Democrats won key races in Texas, narrowing the Republican majority in Congress. CBS News' Fin Gomez has more.
Savannah Guthrie's mom reported missing
The mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie has been reported missing in Arizona. Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her home just north of Tucson. Jericka Duncan reports.