Witkoff expected to travel to Europe to press for a ceasefire, Gaza peace deal
Special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to travel to Europe and possibly Middle East for meetings on issues including the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Crisis in the Middle East
Hospital chief says 21 Gazan children died of malnutrition in 3 days
As Israel faces mounting pressure to end the Gaza war, a hospital director says the Palestinian enclave is facing "alarming numbers of deaths" from starvation.
25 nations slam Israel over "inhumane killing of civilians" in Gaza
25 nations condemn Israel over "drip feeding" of aid to Palestinians and say "the war in Gaza must end," just as it looks set to expand.
At least 85 Palestinians killed while trying to reach aid in Gaza, officials say
At least 85 Palestinians were killed while seeking aid in one of the deadliest days for aid-seekers since the war began, Gaza's Health Ministry said.
Pope Leo XIV "once again" calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza
Israel last week attacked the only Catholic church in the Gaza Strip, killing three people and wounding 10 others, according to the parish priest.
Palestinians killed trying to reach food distribution sites, Gaza authorities say
Israeli troops opened fire on Palestinians near food distribution hubs in southern Gaza, witnesses and Gaza hospital officials say.
Freed U.S.-Israeli hostage thanks Trump, calls for deal to bring others home
650 days after Israeli-American Keith Siegel was seized in the Hamas attack, he says a deal to bring home the remaining hostages must be made "as soon as possible."
Catholic Church says 3 killed as Israeli strike hits church in Gaza
Pope Leo XIV said he was "deeply saddened to learn of the loss of life and injury caused by the military attack" on the Catholic Church in Gaza.
Trump admin. voices alarm as Israel strikes Syrian capital Damascus
Secretary of State Rubio says the U.S. is "very concerned" by expanding Israeli strikes targeting Syria's new government, and he wants "the fighting to stop."
U.S. envoy asks Israel to probe American man's murder in West Bank
U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee says Israel should "aggressively investigate the murder" of Saif Musallet in the occupied West Bank.
Funeral held for Palestinian-American killed in West Bank as Gaza talks drag on
Meanwhile, Israel and Hamas appeared no closer to a breakthrough in talks meant to pause the 21-month war and free some Israeli hostages.
10 children among 15 killed in Israeli strike at Gaza clinic, charity says
Trump's meetings with the Israeli leader have brought no apparent breakthrough for a ceasefire in Gaza, where the bloodshed continues unabated.
Trump meets Netanyahu for a second time amid hope for a Gaza ceasefire
Israeli strikes reportedly kill dozens as Trump pushes for a Gaza ceasefire with Israel's visiting leader — which can't come soon enough for Palestinians, and many Israelis.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with congressional leaders
Congressional leaders are meeting this week with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after some lawmakers accused the Israeli leader of trying to drag the U.S. into another war.
Houthi attack on cargo ship kills 3 mariners, European naval force says
Yemen's Houthi rebels killed 3 mariners with an attack on a ship in the Red Sea, a European naval force says, fueling concern over a possible new wave of attacks by the Iran-backed group.
Trump and Netanyahu meet with prospect of Gaza peace deal on table
Trump has made it clear that he wants an Israel-Hamas ceasefire to be his next diplomatic achievement. Can he convince Netanyahu the time is right to make a deal?
Gaza ceasefire talks set to resume in Doha as Israeli airstrikes continue
Israeli airstrikes killed at least 38 Palestinians in Gaza, hospital officials told the Associated Press on Sunday, as Israel's military said it has struck over 100 targets in the embattled enclave in the past day.
2 American aid workers injured at food distribution site in Gaza
The controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation said, without providing proof, that Hamas had attacked an aid site.
Is Trump really close to securing an Israel-Hamas ceasefire for Gaza?
Trump says Israel has agreed to conditions for a Gaza ceasefire and he's urging Hamas to back it, but neither side has committed to anything yet.
As Trump hopes for peace, Israel steps up Gaza attacks
President Trump says he hopes to see a Gaza ceasefire in days, as Israeli forces are accused of killing dozens of people in intensified operations.
Iran foreign minister doubtful talks with U.S. will resume quickly
President Trump previously said diplomatic talks could resume as early as this week, but Iran's foreign minister said he didn't think they would "restart as quickly as that."
CBS News' producer in Iran on seeing the war coming, and an uncertain future
CBS News' Seyed Rahim Bathaei has covered Iran for more than 35 years, and he expected the tension with Israel to boil over eventually. He didn't expect the United States to get so involved.
U.S. revokes U.K. band's visas over anti-Israel chant at Glastonbury
The BBC says it regrets not cutting off the Glastonbury festival live stream of punk-rap duo Bob Vylan's performance, which included an anti-Israel chant.
Trump calls for ceasefire in Gaza as Israeli military orders more evacuations
President Trump raised expectations last week when he told reporters in the Oval Office that there could be a ceasefire agreement within the next week.
Israeli strikes kill at least 72 in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says
The strikes come as President Trump on Friday said there could be a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas within the next week.
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Witkoff expected to travel to Europe to press for a ceasefire, Gaza peace deal
Special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to travel to Europe and possibly Middle East for meetings on issues including the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Delta flight halts takeoff as another jet lands on runway in Mexico City
Pilots of Delta Air Lines flight bound for Atlanta stopped their takeoff from Mexico City's airport when another jet landed in front of them on the same runway.
Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Families angry over report suggesting pilots responsible for plane crash
South Korean officials planned to publicize the results of an investigation into the cause of the crash but canceled the briefing after strong protests by relatives of victims.
U.S. airman killed during Vietnam War accounted for 57 years later
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Willis R. Hall was assigned to a tactical air navigation radio site on a mountain in Laos during the Vietnam War.
Humans beat AI at annual math Olympiad, but the machines are catching up
Humans beat AI programs made by Google and OpenAI at an international mathematics competition, but the technology shows some "very exciting" progress.
Hospital chief says 21 Gazan children died of malnutrition in 3 days
As Israel faces mounting pressure to end the Gaza war, a hospital director says the Palestinian enclave is facing "alarming numbers of deaths" from starvation.
Explorers find bell from WWII ship that sank with 167 crew on board
Explorers have discovered wartime torpedoes among the wreckage of a sunken U.S. destroyer that went down near the Solomon Islands during World War II.
China blocks U.S. government worker and banker from leaving the country
China is refusing to let a U.S. Department of Commerce employee and a Wells Fargo banker leave the country, officials say.
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Venus Williams becomes second-oldest woman to win tour-level match
Venus Williams has become the oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match since Martina Navratilova.
U.S. Olympic, Paralympic sports told to comply with Trump's order on trans athletes
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has effectively barred transgender women from competing in women's sports, telling sports governing bodies it has an "obligation to comply" with federal policy.
How a photo of a deadly fire led to changes in Boston's fire escape rules
Stanley Forman has been photographing Boston for 60 years, but the image he'll always remember is one he took of a fatal 1975 fire.
Asylum seeker's wife alleges poor conditions in detention center
Joan Paul Alcivar De La Cruz fled persecution in Ecuador and was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement at his asylum hearing, his wife told CBS News.
House Republicans propose naming Kennedy Center's opera house after Melania Trump
House Republicans on Tuesday advanced a measure that would rename the Kennedy Center's opera house after first lady Melania Trump — as President Trump boosts his influence over the center.
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Trump says he's struck a "massive" trade deal with Japan, calling for 15% tariffs
Japan will invest $550 billion into the U.S., and goods from the country will be subject to a 15% tariff, President Trump said. Japan has not commented on the reported deal.
Hershey to raise candy prices
Hershey said the price hike is related to cost of cocoa, which has increased exponentially in recent years.
Kohl's shares soar as investors rally behind new batch of "meme stocks"
Investors are championing Kohl's, GoPro and other struggling companies as the "meme stock" frenzy returns.
Trump floats eliminating federal capital gains tax on home sales
President Trump said he's "thinking about" eliminating capital gains tax on home sales. Here's what that would mean for the housing market.
Trump announces trade deals with the Philippines and Indonesia
The tariff rate for goods imported into the U.S. from both the Philippines and Indonesia will be 19%, the president said.
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U.S. Olympic, Paralympic sports told to comply with Trump's order on trans athletes
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has effectively barred transgender women from competing in women's sports, telling sports governing bodies it has an "obligation to comply" with federal policy.
Asylum seeker's wife alleges poor conditions in detention center
Joan Paul Alcivar De La Cruz fled persecution in Ecuador and was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement at his asylum hearing, his wife told CBS News.
Trump says he's struck a "massive" trade deal with Japan, calling for 15% tariffs
Japan will invest $550 billion into the U.S., and goods from the country will be subject to a 15% tariff, President Trump said. Japan has not commented on the reported deal.
House Republicans propose naming Kennedy Center's opera house after Melania Trump
House Republicans on Tuesday advanced a measure that would rename the Kennedy Center's opera house after first lady Melania Trump — as President Trump boosts his influence over the center.
Witkoff expected to travel to Europe to press for a ceasefire, Gaza peace deal
Special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to travel to Europe and possibly Middle East for meetings on issues including the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Reporter's Notebook: Examining the 4-day workweek
A recent study from Boston College found that, when done right, the four-day work week can benefit employees and employers alike. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson examines the study and what the future of work could look like.
Texas lawmakers going after hemp agan
Republican lawmakers in Texas have reintroduced a ban on hemp-based products after a similar bill was vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott. Jason Allen has more.
Ice cream bars recalled in 23 states due to potential listeria contamination
Rich's Ice Cream is recalling 110,292 cases of frozen dessert products across 23 states due to potential listeria contamination.
Billy Joel describes symptom of brain condition as "like being on a boat"
Billy Joel told Bill Maher how he is feeling after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus on the latest episode of Maher's podcast, "Club Random."
Pepsi to introduce prebiotic cola this fall after buying Poppi
Pepsi hops on another nutritional bandwagon as more consumers opt for prebiotic beverages.
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Witkoff expected to travel to Europe to press for a ceasefire, Gaza peace deal
Special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to travel to Europe and possibly Middle East for meetings on issues including the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Delta flight halts takeoff as another jet lands on runway in Mexico City
Pilots of Delta Air Lines flight bound for Atlanta stopped their takeoff from Mexico City's airport when another jet landed in front of them on the same runway.
Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Families angry over report suggesting pilots responsible for plane crash
South Korean officials planned to publicize the results of an investigation into the cause of the crash but canceled the briefing after strong protests by relatives of victims.
U.S. airman killed during Vietnam War accounted for 57 years later
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Willis R. Hall was assigned to a tactical air navigation radio site on a mountain in Laos during the Vietnam War.
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Ozzy Osbourne, heavy metal pioneer, dies at age 76
Ozzy Osbourne, the heavy metal icon who rose to fame as the lead singer of Black Sabbath before embarking on a successful solo career and later became a reality TV star, has died at the age of 76. Vladimir Duthiers takes a look back at his triumphs and controversies.
Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Bill Cosby reacts to Malcolm-Jamal Warner's death
Malcolm-Jamal Warner played Bill Cosby's son on the hit family sitcom "The Cosby Show" during the show's run in the 1980s and '90s.
Billy Joel describes symptom of brain condition as "like being on a boat"
Billy Joel told Bill Maher how he is feeling after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus on the latest episode of Maher's podcast, "Club Random."
Stephen Colbert on "Late Show" cancellation
In his first show since CBS announced it was ending "The Late Show," Stephen Colbert joked about the network's decision, responded to Trump's online reaction and thanked fellow late-night hosts for their support.
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Humans beat AI at annual math Olympiad, but the machines are catching up
Humans beat AI programs made by Google and OpenAI at an international mathematics competition, but the technology shows some "very exciting" progress.
Details on Microsoft SharePoint hack
A hack targeting Microsoft's SharePoint software was likely carried out by a single bad actor, researchers say. Andy Boyd, the former director of the CIA Center for Cyber Intelligence, joins with more.
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.
AI safety concerns for vulnerable users
A 30-year-old man on the autism spectrum was hospitalized after ChatGPT appeared to validate his delusions, according to a new Wall Street Journal report. OpenAI says it's working to reduce unintentional harm. For more, "CBS Mornings Plus" is joined by Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, which has a content-licensing partnership with OpenAI.
Microsoft releases emergency fix for Sharepoint after cyberattacks
Microsoft issued an urgent fix after hackers used a "zero-day" exploit to infiltrate its SharePoint software.
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Humans beat AI at annual math Olympiad, but the machines are catching up
Humans beat AI programs made by Google and OpenAI at an international mathematics competition, but the technology shows some "very exciting" progress.
Can laughter really improve your health
Dr. Jon LaPook joins comedy legend Alan Zweibel to explore how laughter can reduce stress and support heart health.
The science of redesigning your personality
Writer Olga Khazan, a lifelong introvert obsessed with work, was unhappy with who she was, and so vowed to redesign her personality by living outside her comfort zone – a journey she documented in her new book, "Me, But Better."
A new you: The science of redesigning your personality
Writer Olga Khazan was unhappy with the person she was – anxious, obsessed with work, unable to have fun, and constantly worried about things. And when therapy, medications and self-care failed to work for her, Khazan decided a more radical approach was needed: she vowed to redesign her personality. Khazan talks with "Sunday Morning" correspondent Susan Spencer about the surprising steps she took to live outside her comfort zone – a journey she documented in her new book, "Me, But Better: The Science and Promise of Personality Change." Spencer also talks with University of Kentucky professor Shannon Sauer-Zavala about how it's possible to change seemingly intractable personality traits.
Book excerpt: "Me, But Better: The Science and Promise of Personality Change"
Atlantic staff writer Olga Khazan, a lifelong introvert, set out to change aspects of her personality she didn't like by forcing herself outside of her comfort zone. How about trying improv comedy?
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Florida sheriff defends violent arrest
Video of a violent February arrest in Jacksonville, Florida, went viral over the weekend, prompting the sheriff's office to defend the officers' actions. Nicole Valdes reports.
New developments in Epstein saga
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who represented President Trump in his "hush money" case, announced he plans to meet with Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend and co-conspirator, Ghislaine Maxwell, as the push to release files related to Epstein's trafficking case continues. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Former federal prosecutor on Epstein, DOJ
The Department of Justice said it is reaching out to Jeffrey Epstein's close associate Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence for her role in helping Epstein recruit and traffic underage girls. During her trial, she denied any wrongdoing. Former federal prosecutor Mitchell Epner joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Trump shifts focus from Epstein case
Top Justice Department officials are set to meet with Ghislaine Maxwell as House Speaker Mike Johnson shuts down the chamber early to avoid a vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files. Despite the DOJ digging deeper, the president is still trying to shift focus. He is calling on former President Obama to face criminal prosecution and is unveiling a string of new trade agreements. CBS News' Erica Brown, Nancy Cordes and Nikole Killion have the latest.
Woman arrested for posing as different nurses
Pennsylvania State Police arrested a woman accused of pretending to be a nurse at several facilities. CBS News Pittsburgh's Jessica Guay reports.
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Americans on space race support
Sunday marks the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission -- the first to land humans on the moon. Now, NASA is in a multiyear effort to return astronauts to the moon starting in 2026, with an eye toward a crewed mission to Mars in the 2030s.
Piece of Mars sells at auction
NWA 16788, the largest piece of Mars on Earth, fetched $5.3 million at auction. Franklin Institute chief astronomer and planetarium director Derrick Pitts joins CBS News with more.
Astronomers capture birth of a new solar system around sun-like baby star
Astronomers have discovered the earliest seeds of planets forming around HOPS-315, a baby star located 1,300 light-years away.
What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Massive black hole merger forms one 225 times the mass of the sun
Two black holes merged into one massive one, scientists from an international collaborative group said.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
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Watch Anthony Mason's extended interview with singer-songwriter Jake Wesley Rogers.
Reporter's Notebook: Examining the 4-day workweek
A recent study from Boston College found that, when done right, the four-day work week can benefit employees and employers alike. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson examines the study and what the future of work could look like.
Economist discusses latest trade deals
Kyle Handley, an economist and adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute, joins CBS News to discuss the latest on tariffs and trade deals.
Texas lawmakers going after hemp agan
Republican lawmakers in Texas have reintroduced a ban on hemp-based products after a similar bill was vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott. Jason Allen has more.
Florida sheriff defends violent arrest
Video of a violent February arrest in Jacksonville, Florida, went viral over the weekend, prompting the sheriff's office to defend the officers' actions. Nicole Valdes reports.