At least 187,000 Gaza children vaccinated for polio so far, U.N. says
WHO and its partners launched the campaign this week after Gaza recently reported its first polio case in 25 years, a 10-month-old boy.
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What's holding up cease-fire talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Wednesday that Israeli forces won't leave the Philadelphi corridor between Gaza and Egypt until it is secure. Netanyahu said he would refuse to remove them as a part of a hostage-release deal with Hamas.
Netanyahu wants ongoing military presence in Gaza
Despite growing calls from within Israel for a cease-fire and hostage release deal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted Wednesday the Israeli military must remain in Gaza in order to seal the southern Gaza border, known as the Philadelphi Corridor, in order to stop Hamas from smuggling in weapons. Elizabeth Palmer reports from Israel.
Kirby on where cease-fire talks stand
The Biden administration is working to secure a cease-fire and hostage deal in the Middle East. Israelis protested in the streets for the third day in a row to put pressure on their government to do the same. White House national security communications adviser John Kirby joins to discuss where negotiations stand.
Gaza doctor on polio vaccinations for kids
Nearly 200,000 children in Gaza have been vaccinated against polio as part of a massive campaign as aid workers try to prevent the disease from spreading among kids. Doctors Without Borders medical team leader Dr. Naina Bhalla joined CBS News to discuss the efforts.
Deadly Israeli strikes continue in Gaza as Netanyahu faces rising fury
Benjamin Netanyahu faces soaring anger over his handling of the war with Hamas, with hostages and Gaza's children caught in the crossfire.
DOJ vows to keep going after Hamas leaders
The U.S. has indicted six senior Hamas leaders over their involvement in the Oct. 7 attack on Israel. Hamas' top leadership is accused of planning, supporting and praising the attacks, according to a criminal complaint from the Justice Department. Attorney General Merrick Garland said Tuesday the Justice Department "has a long memory" and will continue pursuing "the terrorists responsible for murdering Americans." Jon Alterman, senior vice president at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss.
U.S. charges Hamas leaders for deaths of Americans
The Justice Department has filed charges against several Hamas leaders for the deaths of American citizens on Oct. 7. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Israeli protesters demand hostage deal
Massive protests erupted in Israel demanding a cease-fire after six hostages were found dead in the Gaza Strip. It comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains defiant in the face of growing pressure abroad. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports, and Michael Singh, manager director of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, joins to discuss.
DOJ charges Hamas leaders for U.S. deaths
Federal prosecutors filed criminal charges against senior Hamas leaders for the deaths of at least 43 American citizens in Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, according to charging documents unsealed Tuesday. Homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.
U.S. charges senior Hamas leaders with deaths of Americans in Israel
Federal prosecutors filed criminal charges against Hamas leaders for the deaths of American citizens in Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, according to charging documents unsealed Tuesday.
Defiant Netanyahu dismisses rising demands for cease-fire in war with Hamas
Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu says he will not "give in to pressure" to agree to a truce in the war with Hamas.
Netanyahu pushes back amid calls to end war
As thousands of protesting Israelis demand that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu do more to reach a cease-fire and hostage release deal with Hamas, Netanyahu is saying he will not give into pressure. President Biden has also said it's clear Netanyahu isn't doing enough to end the war. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab and CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd have more on the war.
Israelis protest after 6 hostages killed
Hundreds of thousands of people protested again on Monday in Israel, accusing their government of stalling on a cease-fire deal to bring hostages home after six were recently killed in Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated his focus on retaliation against Hamas.
Biden, Harris work toward Israel-Hamas cease-fire
President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday met with their hostage negotiating team to try to come up with a new way forward to secure a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas and free those still being held in Gaza. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Biden rebukes Hamas, puts pressure on Netanyahu
President Biden told reporters Monday he did not think Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was doing enough to reach a final deal to release hostages in exchange for a cease-fire in Gaza. But he placed the blame of the death of six hostages squarely on Hamas, saying their "leaders will pay for these crimes." Mark Cancian, senior adviser for the International Security Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss.
Why Netanyahu is under fire after hostage deaths
The deaths of six Hamas-held hostages have sparked protests across Israel, with people demanding a cease-fire deal. Much of the anger among protesters is being directed at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for failing to commit to a deal to secure the release of hostages. CBS News contributor Robert Berger explains.
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Protests in Israel after hostages killed
There are major disruptions in Israel over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's approach to the Israel-Hamas war and the stalled cease-fire talks. Histadrut union, the country's largest labor union, went on strike to call for a cease-fire deal. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Israeli labor strike piles pressure on Netanyahu after hostages killed
Israel's biggest union goes on strike as Benjamin Netanyahu faces a surge of anger and demands to nail down a cease-fire with Hamas.
Protests in Israel after 6 hostages found dead
Thousands of Israelis took to the streets Sunday after Israel's military said it had recovered the bodies of six hostages in Gaza. Among them was Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin
Father of Israeli-American hostage urges cease-fire, hostage deal
The father of an Israeli-American still held captive by Hamas reiterated calls for a cease-fire and the release of the remaining hostages.
Large-scale polio vaccination campaign begins in Gaza
Authorities plan to vaccinate children in central Gaza until Wednesday before moving on to the more devastated northern and southern parts of the strip.
Who were the 6 hostages whose bodies were recovered in Gaza?
The Israeli military said the six were killed shortly before Israeli forces were to rescue them.
Father of Georgia high school shooting suspect arrested
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation director says charges against Colin Gray stem from "knowingly allowing his son to possess a weapon."
Hunter Biden pleads guilty to all 9 charges before tax evasion trial in Los Angeles
The president's son Hunter Biden admitted to failing to pay at least $1.4 million in federal taxes.
What we know about the Georgia high school shooting victims
Two students and two teachers were shot and killed Wednesday when a gunman opened fire at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia.
Where the suspected Georgia school shooter got the gun
Authorities are investigating if the teen suspected in the Apalachee High School shooting in Winder, Georgia, received the AR-style rifle as a gift from his father, law enforcement sources told CBS News.
Judge in Trump's 2020 election case sides with special counsel on next steps
U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan issued an order mostly siding with a timeline proposed by special counsel Jack Smith.
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Whistleblower claims Steward CEO bragged he could sway foreign officials with cash
Federal grand jury focuses on financial activities of Steward Health Care under CEO Ralph de la Torre.
What we know about the Georgia high school shooting suspect
The teen accused of killing four people at Apalachee High School, identified by authorities as Colt Gray, was interviewed by Georgia investigators in 2023.
Feds raid homes of NYPD commissioner, 2 top Adams administration officials, sources say
The homes of at least three top officials in Mayor Eric Adams' administration were raided Wednesday morning, sources told CBS News New York. Police Commissioner Edward Caban's home was one of those raided, sources said.
Trump says he'd put Elon Musk at helm of proposed agency "if he has the time"
Former President Trump threw his support behind a government efficiency commission backed by tech giant Elon Musk.
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Decision on Trump sentencing date in "hush money" case likely coming Friday
Former President Donald Trump has twice sought to delay sentencing after his conviction in May by a unanimous jury on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.
Chiefs fan "ChiefsAholic" sentenced to over 17 years for bank robberies
ChiefsAholic, a fan who dressed in a wolf costume to attend Chiefs games, was sentenced on charges related to bank robberies across seven states.
Rich Homie Quan, Atlanta rapper known for trap jams, dies at 33
Rich Homie Quan was one of the biggest names in hip-hop in the mid-2010s.
Father of Georgia high school shooting suspect arrested
The father of Colt Gray, the suspected gunman in the Apalachee High School shooting, has been arrested.
Two daughters of billionaires reach U.S. Open semifinals
Half of the semifinalists in the U.S. Open women's singles draw are the children of billionaires.
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Two daughters of billionaires reach U.S. Open semifinals
Half of the semifinalists in the U.S. Open women's singles draw are the children of billionaires.
McDonald's to revamp McFlurry containers after ditching plastic spoons
The popular dessert is getting a makeover that makes it more environmentally friendly.
Feds to probe top U.S. airlines' frequent flyer programs
Passengers complain that carriers often increase the points needed to get a free flight or limit the number of seats that can be earned.
New Mexico accuses Snapchat of facilitating child sexual exploitation
New Mexico investigators found more than 10,000 records related to Snapchat and child sexual abuse material on the dark web.
As solo dining reservations rise, restaurants are catering to parties of one
A growing number of restaurant customers are choosing to eat alone.
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Decision on Trump sentencing date in "hush money" case likely coming Friday
Former President Donald Trump has twice sought to delay sentencing after his conviction in May by a unanimous jury on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.
Judge in Trump's 2020 election case sides with special counsel on next steps
U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan issued an order mostly siding with a timeline proposed by special counsel Jack Smith.
Pro-GOP super PAC launches $10 million ad campaign against Democratic senators
Democratic Sens. Jon Tester and Sherrod Brown, the most vulnerable 2024 incumbents in the Senate, are among the senators targeted by the $10 million AFP Action ad blitz.
Feds raid homes of NYPD commissioner, 3 other top NYC officials, sources say
The homes of Police Commissioner Edward Caban and at least three other top New York City officials were raided by federal agents Wednesday, sources said.
House committee subpoenas Tim Walz in $250M COVID fraud probe
Tim Walz, Minnesota's governor and the Democratic nominee for vice president, may have to stand before a U.S. House of Representatives committee to answer questions about the Feeding Our Future fraud scandal.
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Valley fever, the fungus disease spreading in California, explained
Valley fever​, a disease caused by breathing in a type of fungus, is on the rise in California. Here's what to know.
First mpox vaccines arrive as Congo grapples with fast-growing outbreak
Congo finally gets vaccines, but stopping the world's worst mpox outbreak will be a race against time, and there are plenty of hurdles.
What to know about 2024 COVID vaccine, guidelines, free tests and more
Tested positive for COVID in 2024? Here's what to know about isolation, testing, new vaccines and more.
Weight loss drugs allegedly landed this woman in the hospital. She's suing.
Do weight loss drug labels warn enough about potential side effects? A patient who needed emergency surgery is suing prescription drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
Federal officials tout extreme heat protections, but workers want more
As climate change brings more extreme weather, farmworkers who pick California grapes say they need more protections from extreme heat and wildfire smoke.
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Fire in school dorm in Kenya kills at least 17 students, police say
A fire in a school dormitory in central Kenya killed 17 students and seriously burned 13 others, police said.
Reclusive tribe kills loggers allegedly encroaching on their land
Two other loggers in the attack were missing and another was injured and rescue efforts were underway, a rights group said.
U.S. charges Russian hackers for global cyberattack spree
Federal prosecutors said members of Russia's military intelligence service engaged in "destructive" computer attacks targeting computer systems in Ukraine and around the world.
First mpox vaccines arrive as Congo grapples with fast-growing outbreak
Congo finally gets vaccines, but stopping the world's worst mpox outbreak will be a race against time, and there are plenty of hurdles.
Afghan women dare to sing out in online protests against Taliban laws
The U.S. says Afghanistan's Taliban rulers are trying to "complete the erasure of women" from society, but Afghan women refuse to be erased quietly.
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Rich Homie Quan, Atlanta rapper known for trap jams, dies at 33
Rich Homie Quan was one of the biggest names in hip-hop in the mid-2010s.
Amazon Books picks for best book adaptations
Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman talks about the top novels that have been transformed into must-watch TV shows and films,
Travis Kelce shares how he navigates Taylor Swift fanfare
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce tells "CBS Mornings" what it's like to be in a power couple with Taylor Swift and reveals a project he's working on with Pepsi.
Nearly 1 in 10 moms regret their baby's name, survey finds
Kylie Jenner said she chose her son's name, Wolf, in haste and instantly regretted it, ultimately changing it to Aire. Regret occurs in other parents, too.
Trump campaign must stop using Isaac Hayes song after lawsuit from family
A federal judge in Atlanta has ruled that former President Donald Trump and his campaign must stop using the song "Hold On, I'm Coming."
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FBI reports record surge in online scams
The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center saw more than 880,000 complaints last year, a 10% increase from 2022. Dan Ackerman, editor-in-chief of Micro Center News, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the rise of these threats.
Judge suspends X platform in Brazil amid feud with Elon Musk
Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes ordered the suspension of Elon Musk's social media giant X in Brazil after the billionaire refused to name a legal representative in the country.
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.
Ads for U.S. political groups, candidates appear under racist posts on X
Ads for major Republican and Democratic groups and candidates appear under racist content that could be making money on X.
Amazon launching paid-version of Alexa
If you have an Amazon smart speaker, you may count on Alexa to help keep track of your to-do lists, check the weather or answer your questions on the fly, but would you pay extra if it meant an upgraded version of the personal voice assistant? Amazon is ready to find out as it looks to launch its delayed AI Alexa subscription by October. Abrar Al-Heeti, consumer tech and mobile reporter for CNET, joined CBS News to discuss the new service.
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Warm September expected, NOAA predicts
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration outlook through November indicates warmer than average temperatures are expected in 2024. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Researchers find evidence that large sharks may be hunting each other
Researchers discovered the first known case of a porbeagle shark likely being killed by a large shark predator, raising questions about whether this rare instance represents a larger trend.
The Climate Election: Your rising energy bills, explained
More Americans are having to choose between food and energy bills as the price of electricity rises. The cost is based on many factors, but one stands out from the rest — and is likely only going to make matters more complicated and expensive.
FAA grounds SpaceX Falcon 9 rockets after rare crash-landing
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
Rare SpaceX Falcon 9 landing mishap mars successful Starlink launch
The landing mishap ended a string of 267 successful booster recoveries.
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Chiefs fan "ChiefsAholic" sentenced to over 17 years for bank robberies
ChiefsAholic, a fan who dressed in a wolf costume to attend Chiefs games, was sentenced on charges related to bank robberies across seven states.
Where the suspected Georgia school shooter got the gun
Authorities are investigating if the teen suspected in the Apalachee High School shooting in Winder, Georgia, received the AR-style rifle as a gift from his father, law enforcement sources told CBS News.
The victims of the Georgia school shooting
Two students and two teachers were killed when a 14-year-old student opened fire in Apalachee High School in Georgia on Tuesday. They were identified as Richard Aspinwall, Christina Irimie, Mason Schermerhorn and Christian Angulo. Jericka Duncan has more on who they were.
Details on arrest of Georgia suspect's dad
Authorities held a news conference on Thursday to address the arrest of Colin Gray, the father of the Georgia school shooting suspect, and give an update on the investigation. The charges against the 54-year-old father stem from him "knowingly allowing" his son to possess a weapon, Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Chris Hosey said.
Sandy Hook survivor condemns Georgia shooting
Law enforcement officers in Winder, Georgia, were able to rapidly respond to Wednesday's shooting at Apalachee High School because of new technology. Barrow County Sheriff Jud Smith says the district had given all teachers special new ID badges armed with panic buttons just one week ago. Abbey Clements, a teacher who co-founded Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence after surviving the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre, joins to discuss what educators are up against.
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Boeing Starliner preps for unpiloted return to Earth
Leaving its crew behind, the Starliner is expected to undock and head for landing in New Mexico to wrap up a disappointing test flight.
2 astronauts bumped from SpaceX flight to make room for Starliner crew
Crew 9 commander Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson will stay behind when the Crew 9 mission takes off on Sept. 24.
Blue Origin sends 6 passengers on sub-orbital trip to space and back
Blue Origin launched six passengers, including a NASA-sponsored researcher and the youngest woman to fly in space, in the company's eighth crewed spaceflight.
FAA grounds SpaceX Falcon 9 rockets after rare crash-landing
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
SpaceX rocket's first stage crashes
SpaceX pressed ahead with plans for back-to-back launches of Starlink internet satellites Wednesday, one from Florida and the other from California. But there were some issues in Florida when the first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket toppled over after landing at sea. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
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U.S. expands charges in Russia cyberattacks
The Justice Department on Thursday charged five Russian military members with an alleged cyberattack conspiracy in 2022 that targeted Ukraine and 26 NATO allies, including the United States. It comes a day after the U.S. accused Russia of attempting to interfere in the 2024 election. CBS News cybersecurity expert Chris Krebs joins to discuss.
The victims of the Georgia school shooting
Two students and two teachers were killed when a 14-year-old student opened fire in Apalachee High School in Georgia on Tuesday. They were identified as Richard Aspinwall, Christina Irimie, Mason Schermerhorn and Christian Angulo. Jericka Duncan has more on who they were.
What's next for Trump election case
Lawyers were back in a D.C. court Thursday to discuss the conspiracy and obstruction case charging Donald Trump with interfering with the 2020 election. It was the first hearing since the Supreme Court ruled former and current presidents have immunity from criminal prosecution for "official acts" taken in office. CBS News campaign reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman has more.
Why Hunter Biden switched to a guilty plea
Jury selection was set to start Thursday in the second trial this year for Hunter Biden -- this time for federal tax evasion. But the president's son requested to change his plea several times over the course of the day, eventually entering a guilty plea. CBS News legal contributor and Loyola Law School professor Jessica Levinson joins to discuss the whirlwind day in court.
Justice Jackson discusses affirmative action
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson recently sat down with CBS News for her first broadcast interview since joining the Supreme Court in 2022. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell discussed several topics with her, including affirmative action, which the nation's highest court struck down back in June of last year.