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More U.S.Border Patrol, Mexican authorities ramp up efforts to curb illegal crossings
Mexico's National Guard has been on high alert since American officials recently pressured their Mexican counterparts to help tamp down illegal crossings.
- updated 7M ago
2024 Golden Globes draws 9.4 million viewers—highest ratings in years
Viewership for the annual film and TV awards show surged more than 50% from the previous edition, according to Nielsen ratings.
- 45M ago
Timeline: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization
The defense secretary has been hospitalized since Jan. 1, after complications from an elective procedure but the White House didn't know for days.
- updated 19M ago
Animal shelters are overwhelmed by abandoned dogs. Here's why.
The impact of inflation and a shortage of affordable housing is forcing many cash-strapped pet owners to give up their dogs.
- 2H ago
Biden courts Black voters in South Carolina, decrying white supremacy
At a Black church where nine parishioners were shot to death in 2015, the president called white supremacy a "poison."
- updated 8M ago
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch2024 Golden Globes draws 9.4 million viewers—highest ratings in years
Viewership for the annual film and TV awards show surged more than 50% from the previous edition, according to Nielsen ratings.
- 45M ago
Animal shelters are overwhelmed by abandoned dogs. Here's why.
The impact of inflation and a shortage of affordable housing is forcing many cash-strapped pet owners to give up their dogs.
- 2H ago
United finds loose bolts on door plugs on several 737 Max 9 planes
United Airlines, which has 79 Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft, did not confirm how many planes had loose bolts.
- updated 7M ago
Nearly a third of Americans expect mortgage rates to fall in 2024
In a positive sign for the housing market, a growing number of consumers think mortgage rates are likely to decline this year.
- 3H ago
When will the IRS open 2024 tax season? Here's what to know.
The IRS expects nearly 129 million individual tax returns to be filed by the April 15 deadline. Here's what you need to know.
- 3H ago
Politics
More PoliticsTrump co-defendant raises allegations against Fulton County DA
One of Donald Trump's co-defendants in the Fulton County election interference trial cites "sources" for his allegations, but offers no evidence.
- 6M ago
Timeline: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization
The defense secretary has been hospitalized since Jan. 1, after complications from an elective procedure but the White House didn't know for days.
- updated 19M ago
Biden courts Black voters in South Carolina, decrying white supremacy
At a Black church where nine parishioners were shot to death in 2015, the president called white supremacy a "poison."
- updated 8M ago
Most don't think Trump should get presidential immunity — CBS News poll
CBS News also asked Americans about the investigations and prosecutions of those involved in Jan. 6, 2021.
- 3H ago
Millions could lose affordable web access with FCC program running out of funds
FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel urged Congress to provide $6 billion dollars in funding to continue running the Affordable Connectivity Program for the rest of the year.
- 2H ago
HealthWatch
More HealthWatchCNN Anchor Sara Sidner reveals stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis
Sidner, 51, told viewers she is in her second month of chemotherapy and will undergo radiation and a double mastectomy.
- 3H ago
Red Cross declares nationwide emergency over low blood supply
Blood donors are needed now more than ever as the Red Cross is facing an emergency shortage.
- 8H ago
COVID-19 cases are rising. What do you need to know now?
The COVID-19 virus is continually changing, and a recent subvariant, the JN.1, is rapidly climbing the charts.
- 15H ago
Identifying severe flu symptoms in children
Flu cases are surging nationwide and 27 children are among those who have died this flu season. One hospital shares ways to be on the lookout for respiratory issues. Janet Shamlian reports.
- Jan 5
- 02:14
Is a plant-based diet really healthier? Experts weigh in.
Looking to boost your nutrition in the new year? Experts point to plant-based diets as a way to look and feel better.
- Jan 5
World
More WorldFranz Beckenbauer, World Cup winner as German player and coach, dies at 78
Franz Beckenbauer, who was affectionately known as the "Kaiser," was one of Germany's most beloved personalities.
- 6H ago
Senior Hezbollah leader killed in purported Israeli strike in Lebanon
Wissam al-Taweel is the most senior Hezbollah militant killed since Oct. 7, and his death comes amid growing fear that the Israel-Hamas war could escalate beyond Gaza.
- updated 17M ago
Mexican authorities probe massacre after alleged cartel drone attack
Six of the wounded made their way to a neighboring town for medical treatment, a priest said.
- 8H ago
Pope Francis blasts surrogacy as a "deplorable" practice
The leader of the Catholic Church doubled down on his condemnation of parental surrogacy, saying it turns a child into "an object of trafficking."
- 9H ago
China says foreign consultancy boss caught spying for U.K.
China's spy agency says the foreign head of a consultancy entered the country several times with instructions from MI6 "to collect China-related intelligence for Britain."
- 10H ago
Entertainment
More Entertainment2024 Golden Globes draws 9.4 million viewers—highest ratings in years
Viewership for the annual film and TV awards show surged more than 50% from the previous edition, according to Nielsen ratings.
- 45M ago
CNN Anchor Sara Sidner reveals stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis
Sidner, 51, told viewers she is in her second month of chemotherapy and will undergo radiation and a double mastectomy.
- 3H ago
A joke. A Golden Globe nomination. Here's how Taylor Swift's night went.
Between being the target of a joke from host Jo Koy and being up for a nomination, Taylor Swift had an eventful night at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards.
- 6H ago
Oprah Winfrey addresses feud rumors
Oprah Winfrey explains the story behind the rumors of a feud on the set of “The Color Purple.”
- 8H ago
- 02:49
Creating the dance scene in "The Color Purple"
Fatima Robinson has choreographed for a "who's who" of artists including Michael Jackson, Meghan Trainor, the Black-Eyed Peas and Beyoncé. In her latest project, she's the creative genius behind the dance scene in "The Color Purple". She told Michelle Miller how she made dance a character in the film.
- 11H ago
- 05:23
Technology
More TechnologyMillions could lose affordable web access with FCC program running out of funds
FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel urged Congress to provide $6 billion dollars in funding to continue running the Affordable Connectivity Program for the rest of the year.
- 2H ago
When can I pre-order Apple's Vision Pro headset?
It's unclear how much consumer demand there will be for the $3,500 headsets, available online and in stores early next month.
- 8H ago
"Your call is very important to us." Is it, really?
Everyone gets angry over customer service call centers – both the frustrated customers, and the employees on the receiving end of callers' ire. Now, an artificial intelligence bot can step in to cut waiting time and help defuse the situation.
- Jan 7
How artificial intelligence is revamping customer call centers
Everyone gets angry over customer service call centers – both the customers frustrated at having their complaints heard and resolved, and the employees who are on the receiving end of callers' ire. That's when an AI bot can step in to cut waiting time and help defuse the situation. Correspondent David Pogue talks with the founders of Gridspace, whose artificial intelligence customer service agent, named Grace, fills in for human agents at more than 100 airlines, banks, hospital chains and phone companies.
- Jan 7
- 08:43
New Microsoft PC button will be its 1st major keyboard change in decades
Starting this month, some new PCs running Windows 11 will have a special "Copilot key" that launches Microsoft's AI chatbot.
- Jan 4
Science
More ScienceScience
Melting Himalayan glaciers pose risk to world
Thousands of Himalayan glaciers could lose as much as 80% of their mass by the end of the century as the Earth's temperature rises, according to projections. Peter Clark, distinguished professor of earth, ocean, and atmospheric sciences at Oregon State University, joins CBS News to explain the problem and potential solutions.
- Jan 4
- 04:58
African birds of prey show signs of population collapse, researchers say
Dozens of species of raptors in Africa are seeing declining populations. Researchers warn the birds of prey are at risk of population collapse.
- Jan 4
Researchers figure out what makes urine yellow
Researchers say they've unraveled a mystery that's puzzled scientists for years and identified the enzyme responsible for urine's yellow color.
- Jan 3
Health officials are monitoring a triple threat of respiratory illnesses
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking the spread of the flu, RSV and COVID-19 this winter.
- Jan 3
Western states see snow drought this year
Much of the Western U.S. is in the midst of a snow drought. Eric Sproles, an assistant professor at Montana State University, joins CBS News with the economic and environmental impacts.
- Jan 2
- 04:23
Crime
More CrimeTrump seeks dismissal of Georgia case, citing immunity, double jeopardy
Former President Donald Trump has frequently cited presidential immunity in his efforts to thwart criminal and civil cases against him.
- 7H ago
Mexican authorities probe massacre after alleged cartel drone attack
Six of the wounded made their way to a neighboring town for medical treatment, a priest said.
- 8H ago
Man killed wife on New Year's Day and buried her body, Nashville cops say
The 70-year-old man was charged with criminal murder, evidence tampering and abuse of a corpse after authorities found his wife's body buried on a property she owned outside of Nashville.
- 9H ago
Judge from Parkland shooter trial speaks publicly for first time
Elizabeth Scherer presided over the death penalty trial for the Parkland school shooter is speaking publicly for the first time about the case.
- 9H ago
Arrest made in deadly pre-Christmas Florida mall shooting
Police in Ocala, in Central Florida, say they and federal marshals arrested Albert J. Shell Jr. in what police said at the time was apparently a targeted killing.
- 12H ago
Space
More SpaceSpace
U.S. lunar lander in jeopardy
The spacecraft carrying the Peregrine, a commercially built American lunar lander, may be facing a critical failure after its launch Monday. Derrick Pitts, the chief astronomer at Philadelphia's Franklin Institute, joins CBS News with details on the spacecraft's apparent fuel leak.
- 5H ago
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Commercial moon lander suffers potentially crippling anomaly
Engineers are troubleshooting an apparent propulsion system issue that threatens a planned moon landing next month.
- 3H ago
Vulcan rocket blasts off on maiden flight with privately developed moon lander
Pittsburgh-based Astrobotic's Peregrine is the first U.S. spacecraft to attempt a moon landing in more than 50 years.
- 7H ago
NASA releases new images of solar system's "most volcanic world"
NASA's spacecraft Juno did a flyby of Jupiter's moon Io to learn more about the lunar body's volcanic activity.
- Jan 3
In launch doubleheader, SpaceX puts spaceplane and Starlinks in orbit
SpaceX launches two rockets less than three hours apart to put a military spaceplane and 23 more Starlink internet satellites into orbit.
- Dec 29, 2023
Latest Galleries
More Latest GalleriesKassanndra Cantrell disappearance: Inside the investigation
Days after a young woman vanishes, a man in a distinctive hat is seen walking away from her car. Who is the man in the hat?
- Jan 6
- 17 photos
Timeline: The search for Christie Wilson
Christie Wilson disappeared in 2005, and her killer refused to say where he put her body.
- Dec 31, 2023
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Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
- Jan 3
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The mysterious disappearance of Mary Day
In 1981, 13-year-old Mary Day disappeared from her Seaside, Calif., home, with no sign of her anywhere. It would be 22 years before she reappeared, bringing along more questions than answers.
- Dec 23, 2023
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Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
- Oct 29, 2023
- 17 photos
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News VideosLatest CBS News Videos
Breaking down the Houthi attacks over Red Sea
Houthi rebels continue to launch drone attacks from Yemen that are threatening vessels navigating the Red Sea. Retired admiral James G. Foggo, the dean at the Center for Maritime Strategy, joins CBS News with a look at the nature of the attacks.
- 5H ago
- 06:50
Investigation into plane's door plug blowout
A depressurization warning light may become a key point in the investigation into the mid-air door plug blowout that occurred Friday on an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9. Shem Malmquist, a Boeing 777 captain and visiting instructor at the Florida Institute of Technology, joins CBS News with a look at the details of the incident that will be investigated.
- 7H ago
- 05:04
Eye on America: The power of art
In New York, we meet author Huda Fahmy, whose graphic novels give voice to the joys and frustrations of many Muslim Americans. Then in California, we speak with innovative artist Glenn Kaino, who embraces the intersection of technology and creativity to express his ideas. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
- 6M ago
- 20:14
New storm threatens millions across U.S.
As the Northeast digs out from the first major winter storm of the year, a new system is expected to sweep across the country, bringing blizzard conditions, rain and tornadoes. The Weather Channel meteorologist Mike Bettes has the forecast.
- 1H ago
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New details emerge in Boeing jet blowout
The Boeing 737 Max 9 jet that suffered a blowout in midair had been restricted from flying over the ocean after pilots on the plane reported pressurization warnings on at least three separate occasions. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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