What's behind the U.S. seizure of Nicolás Maduro's plane

Russia behind plot to plant bombs on cargo planes, Western official says

Russia sent incendiary devices to DHL hubs in Germany and the UK in a plot to strike at DHL planes bound for U.S. and Canada, Western official says

What's behind America's misinformation crisis

The Federal Emergency Management Agency pushed back on false claims that it pulled out of areas in North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene after facing threats. The Atlantic writer Charlie ...

Russia Suspected of Plotting to Send Incendiary Devices on U.S.-Bound Planes

Western officials say two incendiary devices were part of a covert Russian operation targeting cargo or passenger aircraft flying to the U.S. and Canada.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 4 days ago

Western officials suspect Russia was behind a plot to put incendiary packages on cargo planes

Western security officials suspect Russia was behind a plot to put incendiary devices in packages on cargo planes bound for North America, including one that caught fire at a courier hub in Germany ...

World - ABC News - 3 days ago

What's behind Cuba's ongoing energy crisis?

The lights are turning back on in Cuba after a major power plant failure plunged the entire nation into darkness last week. While the majority of power has been restored, the blackout is serving as ...

British man sentenced in "catfishing" case behind U.S. girl's death

Alexander McCartney Northern Ireland has been sentenced to prison in the "U.K.'s largest catfishing case" after being accused of preying on thousands of victims online.

Biden Wanted to Fix Immigration, but Leaves Behind a System That Is Still Broken

President Biden’s legacy will largely be limited to his success in lowering border crossings. But his approach has drawn criticism, and some of his actions have moved the problem deeper into the ...

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

What’s really behind America’s men v women election

With polls showing a stark gender divide, the race is shaping up to be a battle of the sexes. Why?

What's behind all the volatility in the bond market, plus Amazon lifts stocks

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Business - CNBC - November 1

US backs Argentina’s fight against asset seizures in $16bn court case

Letter says that allowing claimants to take over Buenos Aires’s stake in energy company YPF would implicate ‘important foreign policy interests’

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

'Fear of epileptic seizures didn't stop me having children'

For Debbie, who has epilepsy, the risk of seizures made pregnancy and new motherhood an anxious time.

Harris says US won't use military if Maduro does not leave office

Vice President Harris said in an interview set to air in full Wednesday that the U.S. would not use military force if Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro does not leave office. “Well, we’re not ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Migration from Venezuela surges after Maduro snatches election from opposition

Crossings of treacherous Darién Gap linking South and Central America rise before US presidential poll

World - Financial Times - October 27

ISIS-K behind foiled Election Day terrorism plot, U.S. officials say

ISIS-K, the Afghan branch of the Islamic State, directed an Afghan man’s foiled U.S.

Russia was behind second fake video spreading false voter fraud claims, U.S. officials say

Experts warned that two recent Russian-created fake videos appear designed to undercut Americans’ confidence in the 2024 election results and stoke racial animus.

Politics - NBC News - November 1

What's behind Aaron Judge's playoff struggles? Three possible causes for Yankee slugger's October slump

The Yankees have succeeded largely without the help of their biggest power threat so far

Sports - CBS Sports - October 14

U.S. Sends THAAD Missile Defense System to Israel: What to Know

It can intercept missiles above Earth’s atmosphere, and is being deployed to defend against Iranian attacks.

World - The New York Times - October 15

What to know about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza amid U.S. warning to Israel

Avril Benoit from Doctors Without Borders, which has teams on the ground in Gaza providing medical assistance, speaks with "CBS Mornings" about the humanitarian crisis amid the war.

What a Toothless Showing Against Mexico Means for U.S. Men’s Soccer

Mexico controlled much of the game and the U.S. failed to generate a shot on goal in the first half of a 2-0 loss.

Sports - The New York Times - October 16

U.S. GP: What's at stake for Lando Norris and Max Verstappen?

What does Lando Norris have to do at the U.S. Grand Prix and the final five races to beat Max Verstappen to the F1 title?

Sports - ESPN - October 18

A quarter of U.S. households live paycheck to paycheck, analysis finds

Soaring cost of food, housing and other staples means more Americans are just getting by, Bank of America Institute survey shows.

What to know about recall concerns, U.S food safety

Concerns are growing over food safety in the U.S. after recent food recalls stemming from E. coli and listeria outbreaks. Keith Schneider, a food safety professor at the University of Florida, ...

What the stock market typically does after the U.S. election, according to history

Stocks typically rise after a presidential election, but investors need to be prepared for some short-term choppiness first, history shows.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

What to Know About COP29 and How the U.S. Election Affects Climate Talks

Diplomats and leaders from around the world are gathering for annual climate negotiations. Here’s what they’re all about and what Donald Trump’s victory means for the meeting.

World - The New York Times - 2 hours ago

What is South Korea's 4B movement, and why is it trending in the U.S.?

After an election seen as a referendum on women's rights, some women are swearing to abide by South Korea's 4B movement.

What will happen to the U.S. dollar, deficit and debt under Trump? Watch gold.

Gold’s performance may offer hints on what will happen to the U.S. dollar, and how the U.S. deficit and debt story will play out, as incoming U.S. President Donald Trump takes office, analysts say.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Zimbabwe to compensate white farmers who lost land in seizures 20 years ago

Zimbabwe says it will compensate local and foreign white farmers who lost land and property more than 20 years ago in farm seizures meant to redress some of the wrongs of colonialism

World - ABC News - October 16

Venezuela's Maduro appoints to his Cabinet a close ally pardoned by the US in a prisoner swap

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has appointed to his Cabinet a close ally who was pardoned by U.S. President Joe Biden last year as part of a prisoner swap and assurances from the South ...

World - ABC News - October 18

GPS Jamming Is Screwing With Norwegian Planes

So much jamming is taking place in northeastern Norway, regulators no longer want to know.

Tech - Wired - October 17

What to know about the U.S. anti-missile system, troops being deployed to Israel

The U.S. is getting ready to send a missile defense system to Israel along with a limited number of troops, temporarily, to bolster Israel's defenses against Iran. CBS News Pentagon reporter ...

Can Puerto Rico vote in U.S. elections? What to know amid Trump rally backlash

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe is facing a backlash over an offensive joke about Puerto Rico at a Trump rally days before the 2024 election.

Trump accuses Taiwan of stealing U.S. chip industry. Here's what the election could bring

Trump said tariffs should be put on Taiwan's chips during an appearance on "The Joe Rogan Experience" podcast.

Business - CNBC - October 28

Whether it is President Harris or President Trump, a battle over taxes and tips is headed to Capitol Hill

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris back no-tax-on-tips policy, but in an election where the economy is the No. 1 issue, economists say the idea is flawed.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

Tariffs. Taiwan. Trump. What China is thinking as it observes the U.S. presidential election from afar.

Confusion about who stands for what has muddied the views of China’s investors, consumers and intelligentsia.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

What top financial advisors are telling investors about the market impact of the U.S. presidential election

Many investors worry the election may shake up their investments. Top financial advisors say it's best to take a long-term view on Election Day and beyond.