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CBS News - World
Iran targets ship in Strait of Hormuz even as it says deal is close -- The United Arab Emirates' Abu Dhabi National Oil Company said one of its ships was targeted while transiting the strait on Saturday.
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At least 5 killed and more than 20 injured in Thailand school shooting -- Five school staff members died in the shooting, and 10 people were in critical condition.5 hours ago
Child among 4 people killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine -- Falling debris sparked several fires on the outskirts of the Ukrainian capital, in attacks which killed at least four people47 minutes ago
U.S. intel agencies warn Putin could test NATO by authorizing provocative actions -- U.S. intelligence assessments indicate Russia could be increasingly willing to authorize provocative actions on NATO territory, with a goal of testing the alliance, U.S. officials said.12 hours ago
From Iran's Evin Prison, U.S. citizen Reza Valizadeh releases audio update -- CBS News received a second audio message from journalist Reza Valizadeh, who's been held in Iran's notorious Evin Prison since 2024. He gave an update on the prison conditions and on fellow American Kamran Hekmati, believed to be suffering from a recurring cancer.14 hours ago
Senate passes long-stalled Russia sanctions bill championed by Lindsey Graham -- The Senate has tried for more than a year to get the legislation imposing sanctions on Russia across the finish line. It also includes sanctions on Iran.18 hours ago
Plans for another mass migrant crossing into Ceuta spreading online -- CBS News reviewed dozens of posts on social media that suggest a renewed push for migrants to cross the border from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta.20 hours ago
Water rationing begins in Puerto Rico amid drought crisis: "It's brutal" -- Puerto Rico's massive rationing measure comes amid a severe drought on top of shortages due to infrastructure issues.20 hours ago
Amanda Knox's comedy show faces criticism from murdered roommate's family -- Amanda Knox made headlines almost two decades ago when she was convicted, but later acquitted, of the murder of Meredith Kercher in Italy.21 hours ago
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign key defense agreement -- The agreement says any armed attack against one of the three states will be regarded as an attack on them all, Pakistan and Turkey said in statement.19 hours ago
Cruz calls for arming Iran's protesters: "Our objective should be regime collapse" -- GOP Sen. Ted Cruz told Aaron MacLean on the "School of War" podcast that President Trump should heap more pressure on Iran - including by arming Iranians to "let them overthrow their own government."22 hours ago
5 dead in Thailand high school shooting after suspect kills grandparents -- A teenager described as "troubled" and "bullied" by a classmate killed his grandparents before gunning down five staff members at a high school in Thailand, police said. -- Aug 759 minutes ago
U.S. Marine vet, detained in Russia since 2022, hospitalized in serious condition -- Robert Gilman, 32, is being held at a Russian hospital in what his advocate, Eric Lebson of Global Reach, described as a "dissociative stupor." -- Aug 69 hours ago
Star Cambridge professor resigns amid plagiarism allegations -- Jason Arday, who joined Cambridge in 2023 at the age of 37, became one of Britain's most high-profile academics after sharing an extraordinary life story. -- Aug 612 hours ago
Red alert issued for major Italian cities as heat wave grips Europe, sets Austria record -- The heat has set a national temperature record in Austria, fueled wildfires in France and disrupted energy and transportation systems across the continent. -- Aug 61 day ago