Trump says fewer than 2 dozen hostages believed to still be alive in Gaza
President Trump's comments came as Israel approved plans on Monday to seize the Gaza Strip and to stay in the Palestinian territory for an unspecified amount of time.
Crisis in the Middle East
Israeli official says Gazans will leave after area "entirely destroyed"
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says victory in Gaza will mean the enclave being "entirely destroyed," Palestinians leaving for other countries.
Pope Francis' popemobile being turned into health clinic for Gaza children
Pope Francis' popemobile is being converted into a clinic to help children in the Gaza Strip, the Vatican announced, calling it the late pontiff's "final gift" to the war-torn territory.
Israel plans to expand Gaza war to capture entire Palestinian territory
A Houthi missile struck Ben-Gurion airport Sunday for the first time since the war began, briefly closing it just as Israel voted to expand Gaza operations.
Freedom Flotilla activists say ship carrying Gaza aid attacked by drones
A pro-Palestinian protest group that's tried for years to breach Israel's Gaza blockade with ships carrying aid says one of its vessels was attacked by drones off Malta.
Houthis say U.S. strike on migrant detention center in Yemen kills dozens
Yemen's Houthi rebels say a U.S. strike has hit a detention center for migrants in Saada, killing dozens of people.
Death toll in Gaza rises to 52,000, territory's health ministry says
The overall toll of 52,243 includes nearly 700 bodies for which the documentation process was recently completed, the Hamas-run health ministry said in its latest update.
Israeli strike in Gaza kills at least 10 as mediators work to end war
France, Germany and Britain meanwhile said Israel's seven-week blockade on all imports to Gaza was "intolerable."
Israel probe into deaths of Palestinian medics finds "professional failures"
The Israeli military investigation said the Palestinians were killed due to an "operational misunderstanding" by Israeli forces.
Documentary tells the stories of young survivors of Hamas terror attack
Young survivors shared their stories of surviving Hamas' terror attack in "The Children of October 7," soon streaming on Paramount+.
Israeli strikes on Gaza killed more than 90 in 48 hours, health ministry says
The dead include 15 people who were killed overnight, among them women and children.
World Press Photo for 2025 is of Gaza boy who lost arms in Israeli strike
A "quiet photo that speaks loudly," of a Palestinian boy who lost both arms in an Israeli strike, has been selected as the 2025 World Press Photo of the year.
Israeli family's dog found in Gaza 18 months after Hamas attack
For the Dancyg family and their brutalized Kibbutz Nir Oz community in Israel, pooch Billie's return from Gaza is a miracle, and a "little light in a lot of sorrow."
U.N. condemns Israel as 2nd Gaza hospital hit in space of just 3 days
Gaza health officials say an Israeli strike on a field hospital killed a medic two days after another attack disabled the enclave's last functioning critical care facility.
Greenpeace U.K. boss arrested over protest at U.S. Embassy in London
The head of Greenpeace U.K. was arrested after dumping red dye into a pond outside the U.S. Embassy in London to protest U.S. weapons sales to Israel, the group said.
U.S. teen fatally shot in Israeli-occupied West Bank
A 14-year-old American-Palestinian boy was gunned down in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. His father says "it was a field execution."
Gaza's children fight to survive, recover under Israeli blockade
In Gaza, doctors are struggling to treat an onslaught of patients with limited supplies. Outside Gaza, the few patients who've been medevaced are working to recover.
War's toll on Gaza's children
The war between Hamas and Israel has made Gaza the deadliest place on Earth to be a kid. 60 Minutes spoke to some of Gaza's surviving children being treated in Doha, Qatar.
Israel changes account of Gaza medic killings after video surfaces of attack
The Israeli military backtracked on its account of killing 15 Palestinian medics last month after phone video appeared to contradict its claims.
Trump to meet with Netanyahu at White House amid Israel's offensive in Gaza
The meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu comes amid a stepped-up offensive in Gaza that the Israeli military said is aimed at putting pressure on Hamas to release the remaining hostages.
At least 14 kids killed in Israeli strike on Gaza school, officials say
Authorities in Hamas-ruled Gaza accuse Israeli forces of a "heinous massacre" with a strike on a school they say killed almost 30 people, many of them children.
Death, displacement as Israel steps up war to seize "large areas" of Gaza
Israel says its war in Gaza is "expanding to crush and clean the area" of Hamas, but Palestinian civilians are once again being killed and displaced in huge numbers.
Bodies of Red Crescent medics found after Israeli soldiers fired at ambulances
At least 14 bodies have been recovered in southern Gaza, including the bodies of eight medics, a week after Israeli soldiers fired at ambulances.
Academy apologizes for not naming Oscar-winning Palestinian director in statement
"No Other Land" co-director Hamdan Ballal, witnesses said, was beaten by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, and then detained by the Israeli military.
Hamas says it agrees to new Gaza ceasefire proposal, but Israel makes counteroffer
Israel said it has made a counter-proposal in "full coordination" with the United States.
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Why India and Pakistan are, once again, on the brink of war
Neighbors India and Pakistan have a long history of military clashes, but this is why the nuclear-armed neighbors are fighting now.
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Who is the new pope? American Cardinal Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV
The 2025 papal conclave at the Vatican ended with the election of American-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV. Here's what to know about him.
Meet the Roman tailors behind the pope's first look
As white smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel, two historic Roman tailoring houses have already prepared custom cassocks for the next pope.
New pope chooses Leo as his papal name. Here's what to know.
The pope's name helps indicate what direction he wants to take the church.
American Cardinal Robert Prevost chosen as new pope
On the second day of the conclave at the Vatican, the cardinal electors chose Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as the new pope, Leo XIV.
Putin lets U.S. media in for Victory Day as U.S.-Russia relations thaw
As Russia celebrates its 80-year-old victory over Nazi Germany, Putin wants the world to see that despite the new conflict in Europe, he still has friends in high places.
Melinda French Gates reflects on foundation that will close in 2045
Bill Gates announced on Thursday that the Gates Foundation will close "permanently" at the end of 2045.
Ukraine says Russia attacking despite Putin's truce order
Ukraine says Russia has launched widespread attacks, calling Putin's declaration of a three-day truce a "farce."
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Forget tariffs — this U.S. shoe company vows not to hike its prices
Keen could be following other companies in sticking customers with higher prices as tariffs hit. Here's why it's not.
Almost 60 cases dropped due to corruption in an Alabama police department
Almost five dozen criminal cases will no longer be prosecuted because they were tainted by rampant corruption in a northern Alabama police department.
What Pope Leo XIV has posted on social media about politics, Trump administration
Hints as to what postures Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, might take on some of the most controversial issues roiling the U.S. may come from his recent activity on social media.
Trump fires longtime Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden
Carla Hayden has been the Librarian of Congress since 2016. She was the first woman and African American to hold the position.
HHS to withhold some bonus pay earned by laid-off employees
The Department of Health and Human Services will effectively block the payout of overdue bonuses to many of its laid-off employees, multiple health officials say.
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Many companies plan to pass tariff costs on to consumers, data shows
Companies are already moving to hike their prices as U.S. tariffs bite, a move economists say is likely to drive up inflation.
Toyota says President Trump's tariffs will cost automaker $1.3 billion
Japanese automaker underscores impact of Trump's tariffs on imported vehicles by outlining hefty hit to profits.
Trump calls Fed chair a "fool" for keeping interest rates steady
The President's criticism comes a day after the Federal chair said the time isn't yet right for a rate cut.
Stocks close higher after U.S. and U.K. announce trade deal
Investors hope the U.S.-U.K. trade agreement is a preiude to more deals, although Wall Street analysts say to expect more volatility.
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Key legal decision could put mental health coverage in peril
The Trump administration is facing a May 12 deadline to declare if it will defend Biden-era regulations that aim to enforce laws requiring parity in insurance coverage of mental and physical health care.
What Pope Leo XIV has posted on social media about politics, Trump administration
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Trump fires longtime Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden
Carla Hayden has been the Librarian of Congress since 2016. She was the first woman and African American to hold the position.
Pope Leo XIV voted in 2024 U.S. election — here's which primaries he's voted in
The new pope, formerly Robert F. Prevost, has a mixed voting history, casting ballots in both GOP and Democratic primaries.
HHS to withhold some bonus pay earned by laid-off employees
The Department of Health and Human Services will effectively block the payout of overdue bonuses to many of its laid-off employees, multiple health officials say.
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Key legal decision could put mental health coverage in peril
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HHS to withhold some bonus pay earned by laid-off employees
The Department of Health and Human Services will effectively block the payout of overdue bonuses to many of its laid-off employees, multiple health officials say.
Trump administration proposes cuts to lifesaving Narcan program
A recent dip in overdose deaths has been credited in part to wider naloxone access.
Trump to unveil Medicare drug pricing plan after teasing "earth-shattering" announcement
President Trump will introduce a "most favored nation" plan aimed at cutting Medicare drug prices by linking them to the prices of medication abroad, sources told CBS News.
What to know about Dr. Casey Means, Trump's new surgeon general nominee
President Trump said his new pick for surgeon general, Dr. Casey Means, has "impeccable" credentials, after the White House withdrew his earlier nominee.
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Why India and Pakistan are, once again, on the brink of war
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Trump proposes movie tariff
As more major films are shot overseas, President Trump proposes a 100% tariff on internationally produced movies. Industry expert Alexis Alexanian joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to break down the potential impact.
Lovie Simone on young love and Judy Blume
Actor Lovie Simone discusses her lead role in "Forever," a new Netflix series exploring teenage romance and self-discovery in 2018 Los Angeles.
Stadium food takes center stage
Kris Van Cleave takes viewers on a stadium food tour, from Korean corn dogs and milkshakes in Chicago to two-foot-long burritos in Texas, where ballpark bites are as big as the game itself.
Actor Michael Pitt, know for "Boardwalk Empire," arrested on sex abuse charges
Actor Michael Pitt was arrested Friday at his home in Brooklyn on nine state counts. His lawyers deny the allegations.
Tinx tackles cancel culture, romance in debut novel "Hotter in the Hamptons"
Christina Najjar, known as Tinx, says she wanted the heroine in her debut novel "Hotter in the Hamptons" to be messy "so that readers could see themselves in her."
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Extended interview: Bill Gates
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Bill Gates revealed his plan to give away virtually all of his wealth in an interview with "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil and criticized the Trump administration's aid cuts. Here are some standout moments.
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.
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Bill Gates explains why he's giving away virtually all of his wealth
Bill Gates says $200 billion spent over the next 20 years will go toward causes to help save and improve lives around the world. He also criticized the Trump administration's cuts to aid, saying they could lead to more child deaths.
Can AI fight misinformation?
Thomas Costello of American University explains how a new AI chatbot reduced conspiracy thinking among users and what it could mean for the future of online truth-telling.
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Rare New Zealand snail filmed laying egg from its neck
The strange reproductive habits of a large, carnivorous New Zealand snail were once shrouded in mystery. Now, footage of the snail laying an egg from its neck has been captured for the first time.
15 years after BP oil spill, Louisiana coast marine recovery still ongoing
In the summer of 2010, panic spread across the region when the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded in the Gulf.
Remains of 5,000-year-old "elite woman" found at former garbage dump
The mummy was found in Aspero, a sacred site within the city of Caral that was a garbage dump for over 30 years until becoming an archaeological site in the 1990s.
A massive brood of cicadas will soon emerge. Here's what to know.
A notably large brood of periodical cicadas will emerge from the underground across parts of the eastern U.S. this spring.
"Bone collector" caterpillar disguises itself in the remains of its prey
There are other meat-eating caterpillars that "do lots of crazy things, but this takes the cake," the study's author said.
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Murdered man "speaks" at killer's sentencing hearing with AI video
In what's believed to be a first in U.S. courts, the family of Chris Pelkey used AI to create a video using his likeness to give him a voice.
Police arrest father whose teen daughter killed 2 in Wisconsin school shooting
Jeffrey Rupnow, 42, was arrested in connection with his teenage daughter, who killed two people in the Abundant Life Christian School shooting, officials said.
Longtime death row inmate shouldn't be executed due to dementia, lawyers argue
Attorneys for Ralph Leroy Menzies, who's been on death row for 37 years, sought to convince a Utah state judge that the convicted murderer should be spared execution because he has dementia.
Man charged after allegedly ramming gate of Jennifer Aniston's Bel-Air home
The Mississippi man faces a stalking charge after he allegedly crashed through Jennifer Aniston's gate in Bel-Air.
3 former Memphis police officers acquitted in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols
A jury returned a verdict of not guilty in state court for three former Memphis police officers in the fatal 2023 beating of Tyre Nichols.
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Soviet spacecraft is plunging back to Earth 53 years after launch
A Soviet-era spacecraft meant to land on Venus a half century ago is expected to plunge uncontrolled back to Earth within days.
When, where to see Eta Aquariid meteors as the shower peaks this month
Meteors from the Eta Aquariids, known for their speed and created from space debris originating from Halley's comet, will zoom across the sky as the shower peaks.
Astronaut joins all-female spacewalk 6 years after missing out
An astronaut who missed out on the first all-female spacewalk is getting her chance six years later.
Satellite launches on mission to "weigh" the world's 1.5 trillion trees
The European Space Agency's Biomass satellite is currently in orbit over the Amazon rainforest.
NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
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"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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Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
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A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
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Excitement in Rome after new pope elected
For the first time in history, an American cardinal, Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, is the head of the Catholic Church. CBS News' Seth Doane and Candida Moss report. Father Patrick Mary Briscoe, a Dominican friar, and Jim Priestley, a friend of Pope Leo XIV, also join "The Daily Report" with more.
Reporter's Notebook: Shared hope for new pope
The new pope had a lot to answer for before he even opened his mouth. But before that, something took hold in the rush to St. Peter's Square. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson has more.
What the crowd saw when new pope was announced
For two days, St. Peter's Square has been filled with people from all over the world waiting for word that a new pope has been chosen. A roar echoed through the square when white smoke poured into the sky.
Election of U.S. pope defies expectations
America will celebrate its 250th birthday next year, but few have ever talked about an American pope -- except to say it would never happen. "CBS Evening News" co-anchors John Dickerson and Maurice DuBois discuss.