Pompeo says "soul of the world" at stake as allies mull China's rise
Since 2007 the so-called "Quad" has met sporadically in the name of free markets and democracy in the Asia-Pacific region. Now they're stepping up the program.
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2nd senior U.S. official visits Taiwan, irking Beijing even more
Months after HHS secretary visited the island claimed by China, another top official is there as the Trump admin seeks to "deepen this bilateral relationship."
Thief reportedly nabs $500M worth of Chinese communist memorabilia
Among the items taken in the apparent raid on a collector's Hong Kong apartment was calligraphy by Chairman Mao Zedong.
Taoist priest's memorial tablets honor China's COVID "heroes' spirits"
Liang Xingyang faced early opposition from Chinese government officials, and even death threats online, but he was determined to "focus on doing the right thing."
U.S. Ambassador to China Terry Branstad is stepping down
The ambassador was highly praised in tweets by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, but there's indication as to why he's leaving the role now.
China says it will join Russian war games with Iran and Belarus
Beijing says "Caucasus 2020" exercises come at an "important moment," citing the pandemic - no mention of soaring tensions with the U.S.
Human rights groups urge IOC to move Olympics from China
Beijing to host 2022 Winter Olympics, but with scant evidence of humanitarian advances since it ran 2008 Games, there are calls for a change.
China accused of "assault on media freedoms" as journalists leave
With the departure - after questioning by security services - of the last Australian journalists from the country, there's fear of an "assault on media freedoms."
Outcry over Hong Kong police tackling 12-year-old girl to the ground
After video of officers pinning the girl to the pavement amid protests went viral, police have reportedly claimed she was acting "suspicious."
China accuses U.S. of "naked act of provocation," test fires missiles
Beijing says the plane disrupted a military drill and "severely incurred the risk of misjudgement and even of bringing about an unintended air-sea incident."
Chinese publisher yanks math textbook with boys' and girls' versions
The company had said the two texts catered to gender differences, with games for boys and "practical scenarios, such as buying vegetables and fruit," for girls.
Thousands evacuated as record flooding tests massive Chinese dam
The Yangtze River has been swollen by record rainfall, and the biggest hydroelectric dam on the planet has never faced such a test.
Hong Kong leader admits U.S. sanctions impeding her credit card use
Beijing-approved leader was among top Hong Kong officials hit with sanctions, which she says have "hampered" her own transactions.
Pro-democracy leaders barred from running in Hong Kong elections
"No matter what happens, I still have faith, hope and trust in Hong Kong people, and we will continue to have our democracy movement," activist Joshua Wong says.
Hong Kong students arrested on suspicion of inciting secession
China's new "national security" legislation, which came into force in Hong Kong on July 1, outlaws a variety of vaguely defined offenses like "sedition" that can carry sentences of life in prison.
Hong Kong lawmaker says, "I don't know how I can protect myself"
"We were supposed to have rule of law. But now it's rule by law, or even rule by fear," pro-democracy legislator Tanya Chan told CBS News.
Trump "not interested" in talking to China about trade
President Trump said China "hit us with the plague" after their previous trade deal was signed.
China bans U.S. senators in dispute over religious persecution
Ambassador for Religious Freedom Sam Brownback also barred over criticism of ruling Communist Party's treatment of minorities.
300 arrested as China's new "security" law hits Hong Kong
Only 9 of those detained amid defiant pro-democracy protests were specifically accused of breaking the new law, but the message from Beijing is clear.
U.S.-China tension mounts as Hong Kong hit with controversial new law
Beijing vows "countermeasures" for U.S. ban on military exports to Hong Kong as region's leader insists new law won't erode freedoms.
AP: China using widespread forced birth control on Muslim minority
One expert says government efforts to slash births among Uighurs and other minorities amount to "slow, painful, creeping genocide."
China's dog meat festival is underway. Activists hope it's the last.
Rules are changing about eating "companion animals" in China, and with a pandemic linked to an animal market, the tide of public opinion is rising.
China predicts "cliff-like drop" in Beijing's 2nd-wave COVID outbreak
As authorities work to hugely increase coronavirus testing in the sprawling capita, officials say fast response has helped bring the outbreak "under control."
Coronavirus' return to Beijing disrupts life and rattles nerves
While residents of China's capital feel like they're living under "soft lockdown," it's still a limited outbreak, and authorities are determined to keep it that way.
India and China talk peace but hurl warnings after deadly border clash
Both sides blame the other for the death of at least 20 Indian soldiers in an overnight brawl along their disputed Himalayan border, and both say they want calm.
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Former DNI director: Russia is the New England Patriots of messing with elections
In his first television interview since President Trump fired him last year, Dan Coats, the former Director of National Intelligence, said he's worried about what could happen next Tuesday.
Texas facility now holding soon-to-be expelled migrant families
The families are being processed under an emergency COVID-19 policy that authorizes their swift removal from the U.S. without a court hearing or asylum interview.
At least 140 drown in deadliest shipwreck of year
At least 414 people have now died along the same route this year, a U.N. agency said.
Parts of U.S. and Europe face new COVID-19 restrictions
More new virus cases were reported globally on Wednesday than ever before.
59 bodies found in hidden graves in Mexico
Guanajuato has been the scene of bloody turf battles between the Jalisco cartel and the Sinaloa cartel.
Germany imposes partial lockdown to control COVID's spread
German Chancellor Angela Merkel urged people to stay home in November so families and friends can meet again during the Christmas season.
Woman beheaded and 2 others killed in knife attack at French church
Attack comes as nation on high alert over tensions related to publication of caricatures of the Muslim Prophet Muhammad in the French satirical magazine, Charlie Hebdo.
Wisconsin faces "urgent" COVID crisis as U.S. cases surge
"There is an imminent risk to you, your family members, your friends, your neighbors, and the people you care about," said Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers.
Telescope gives closer look at asteroid worth $10,000 quadrillion
16 Psyche is one of the most massive objects in the solar system's main asteroid belt — and it appears to be made entirely of metal worth approximately $10,000 quadrillion.
Women begin national strike in Poland over abortion ban
"We take unpaid leave. We are closing the shops. Or quite simply – we won't go to work," a group of women's rights activists said.
Pope still won't wear mask despite "this lady called COVID"
Francis, 83, again eschewed a protective mask even when he greeted a few maskless clergymen.
Turkish leaders condemn Charlie Hebdo cartoon of Erdogan
Erdogan said he had not looked at the cartoon and had nothing to say about the "dishonorable" publication, as tensions rise between Turkey and France.
Qatar forced women on 10 flights to undergo invasive exams
Qatar apologized after authorities forcibly examined female passengers to try to identify who might have given birth to a newborn found abandoned at the airport.
Police officer killed by rooster's blade during cockfight raid
"It was an unfortunate accident and a piece of bad luck that I cannot explain," the police chief said.
Satellite images of Iran nuclear site raise concern
They show the start of construction at the Natanz nuclear facility of what may be an underground replacement for a sabotaged advanced centrifuge assembly plant.
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Former DNI director: Russia is the New England Patriots of messing with elections
In his first television interview since President Trump fired him last year, Dan Coats, the former Director of National Intelligence, said he's worried about what could happen next Tuesday.
Texas facility now holding soon-to-be expelled migrant families
The families are being processed under an emergency COVID-19 policy that authorizes their swift removal from the U.S. without a court hearing or asylum interview.
At least 140 drown in deadliest shipwreck of year
At least 414 people have now died along the same route this year, a U.N. agency said.
Parts of U.S. and Europe face new COVID-19 restrictions
More new virus cases were reported globally on Wednesday than ever before.
59 bodies found in hidden graves in Mexico
Guanajuato has been the scene of bloody turf battles between the Jalisco cartel and the Sinaloa cartel.
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Trevor Lawrence tests positive for COVID-19
Trevor Lawrence tests positive for COVID-19
El Paso judge imposes two-week shutdown as COVID-19 cases spike
Texas' attorney general says he'll challenge the order in court.
Officer sues Breonna Taylor's boyfriend over emotional distress
"Walker's conduct in shooting Mattingly is outrageous, intolerable, and offends all accepted standards of decency and morality," the lawsuit notes.
Alleged white supremacy group members arrested in Michigan
The suspects are linked to a December 2019 incident in which The Base allegedly targeted a Michigan family, believing the house belonged to a podcaster who is critical of the neo-Nazi movement.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: How ads from the two campaigns differ in the final sprint
An analysis of ads by Kantar/Campaign Media Analysis Group found Trump campaign ads since June took a more negative tone or contrasted with his opponent.
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"If Florida goes blue, it's over": Trump and Biden campaign in Florida
Historic voter turnout continues to grow.
Alleged white supremacy group members arrested in Michigan
The suspects are linked to a December 2019 incident in which The Base allegedly targeted a Michigan family, believing the house belonged to a podcaster who is critical of the neo-Nazi movement.
MN absentee ballots that arrive after 8 p.m. on Election Day might not be counted
The court's opinion overruled a consent decree order that allowed absentee ballots postmarked on or before Election Day to be counted if they are returned up to seven days after Election Day.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: How ads from the two campaigns differ in the final sprint
An analysis of ads by Kantar/Campaign Media Analysis Group found Trump campaign ads since June took a more negative tone or contrasted with his opponent.
How the two campaigns' ads differ in final sprint
An analysis by Kantar/Campaign Media Analysis Group showed the president's campaign ads more often take a negative tone.
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Springsteen criticizes Trump's "nightmare" presidency
"It is time for an exorcism in our nation's capital," Springsteen said on his radio show. "In just a few days, we'll be throwing the bums out."
Kerry Washington on the right to vote
Actress and producer Kerry Washington speaks to "CBS This Morning" about joining Alicia Keys and America Ferrera to host a new special honoring and celebrating the right to vote. The non-partisan special, "Every Vote Counts: A Celebration of Democracy," airs Thursday on CBS and features artists, musicians and community leaders coming together for democracy.
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LeBron James wants parade for Dodgers and Lakers
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti didn't dismiss the idea.
Chrissy Teigen opens up about losing baby in emotional essay
"He just wouldn't survive this, and if it went on any longer, I might not either," Teigen wrote of losing her son, who she and husband John Legend had already named Jack, at 20 weeks.
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Big Tech, recovered from pandemic, reports record earnings
Amazon's profits tripled from a year ago, while Facebook and Google rode a major rebound in ad spending.
Restaurants say Grubhub listed them without permission
A lawsuit filed this week in Chicago alleges the food-delivery service violated federal false-advertising rules.
Facebook, Twitter and Google CEOs face Senate grilling
Six days before the election, the heads of America's largest tech companies defended their regulation of online speech.
GM sells out first year of production of its electric Hummer
The next version of the truck, the $100,000 Hummer EV 3X, isn't scheduled to begin production until the fall of 2022.
California court says Uber, Lyft drivers are employees, not contractors
The decision is a major milestone in the transportation companies' labor battle with the state.
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Asteroid samples sealed up for return to Earth
Scientists say more than 2 pounds of material from the surface of asteroid Bennu was captured by the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft.
Trump stripping protections from "last climate sanctuary" in U.S.
"While tropical rainforests are the lungs of the planet, the Tongass is the lungs of North America," one scientist said.
SpaceX engine swap should clear way for astronaut launch
SpaceX is replacing two suspect engines in the Falcon 9 rocket that will boost four astronauts to the space station.
Hurricane Zeta hits Louisiana as strong Category 2 storm
Hurricane Zeta made landfall near Cocodrie, Louisiana, on Wednesday with 110 mph winds and quickly approached Mississippi and Alabama.
Telescope gives closer look at asteroid worth $10,000 quadrillion
16 Psyche is one of the most massive objects in the solar system's main asteroid belt — and it appears to be made entirely of metal worth approximately $10,000 quadrillion.
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Parts of U.S. and Europe face new COVID-19 restrictions
More new virus cases were reported globally on Wednesday than ever before.
Boston mayor encourages residents to get tested for COVID-19
Massachusetts' confirmed case count has surged past 150,000, with more than 1,000 new confirmed cases reported for a fifth consecutive day.
56 get COVID after "superspreader" wedding, birthday party
Nearly 300 additional people have been forced to quarantine following the events.
Fauci voices support for national mask mandate
"If we don't get one, then I would hope that the governors and the mayors do it locally, if it's not done nationally," Fauci said.
New COVID cases in New Jersey reach highest levels since May
Governor Phil Murphy urged people at a briefing Thursday to return to "that level of vigilance that you showed six months ago."
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What's holding up your stimulus check? Here are the barriers
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says Democrats are still awaiting a response on issues from unemployment to COVID testing.
What swing states say about state of the U.S. economy
An uneven recovery has left electorally crucial states in the dumps, while others are bouncing back. Ohio, Georgia and Arizona tell the tale.
Walmart pulls guns from stores, citing risk of "civil unrest"
Retailer said it yanked firearms off store floors as a "precaution" for workers and customers.
Big Tech, recovered from pandemic, reports record earnings
Amazon's profits tripled from a year ago, while Facebook and Google rode a major rebound in ad spending.
U.S. economy rebounded strongly in the third quarter
Growth grew at a record annual rate of 33.1%, regaining much of the ground it had lost in the coronavirus recession.
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Officer sues Breonna Taylor's boyfriend over emotional distress
"Walker's conduct in shooting Mattingly is outrageous, intolerable, and offends all accepted standards of decency and morality," the lawsuit notes.
More looting hits Philadelphia despite curfew
Overnight order followed two straight nights of unrest that led to scores of arrests and dozens of police injuries.
FBI warns of "imminent" ransomware attacks on hospital systems
Experts say cybercriminals, likely from eastern Europe, perhaps with Kremlin ties, are seeking money as COVID surges but aren't targeting election systems.
"48 Hours" podcast: "My Life of Crime" with Erin Moriarty
An immersive, true-crime podcast for fans of "48 Hours"
NXIVM founder Keith Raniere sentenced to 120 years in prison
A jury convicted Raniere on seven charges, including sex trafficking, racketeering, and forced labor conspiracy, in 2019.
Space
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Asteroid samples sealed up for return to Earth
Scientists say more than 2 pounds of material from the surface of asteroid Bennu was captured by the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft.
SpaceX engine swap should clear way for astronaut launch
SpaceX is replacing two suspect engines in the Falcon 9 rocket that will boost four astronauts to the space station.
Telescope gives closer look at asteroid worth $10,000 quadrillion
16 Psyche is one of the most massive objects in the solar system's main asteroid belt — and it appears to be made entirely of metal worth approximately $10,000 quadrillion.
More water and ice found on the moon
NASA scientists have found evidence of more water and ice on the moon than previously known. KPIX-TV reporter Kiet Do has details.
Moon may have a lot more water than once thought
Studies suggest there could be ice stored in permanently shadowed "cold traps" at lunar polar regions.
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The most popular dog breeds in America
The American Kennel Club has released its latest list of the nation's most beloved breeds.
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"Murder hornets" in America: What you need to know
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The disappearance of Jennifer Kesse
Fourteen years after Jennifer Kesse vanished, her parents Drew and Joyce Kesse are leading the investigation into their daughter's case.
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From the MCU to streaming favorites, here's everything we know about Marvel's upcoming releases
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Sisters create designer wheelchair covers
Izzy Keane, who has spina bifida, used to always decorate her wheelchair for holidays and birthdays. She and her sister, Ailbhe, decided they wanted to help other wheelchair users express themselves this way. So the two sisters from Ireland started their own company for designer wheel covers, Izzy Wheels.
Trump defends record on "60 Minutes"
In an interview that's made headlines this week, Lesley Stahl presses President Trump on once-again rising coronavirus cases and what his priorities would be if re-elected. Stahl also speaks with Mr. Trump's running mate, Vice President Mike Pence.
Joe Biden makes his case to "60 Minutes"
The former vice president talks with Norah O'Donnell about the pandemic, taxes, the Supreme Court, and the "stark" differences between himself and President Trump. O'Donnell also speaks with Mr. Biden's running mate, California Senator Kamala Harris.
CBSN Originals: "Generation Climate"
A generation that grew up witnessing a world with a rapidly changing climate is coming of age. Now, Gen Z climate activists are bringing a sense of urgency to mobilizing social and political movements across the nation. As the world is running out of time, these young activists have made it their mission to fight for its future.
America's Right to Vote
"America's Right to Vote" showcases Caitlin Huey-Burns' on-the-ground reporting on voting rights and voter access in battleground states including Ohio, Michigan, Florida, and Georgia with a specific focus on barriers to voting for minority communities. The special also highlights improvements to the process and ways access to voting has increased across the country.