What to Know About Abdullah Ocalan and the Turkey-P.K.K. Conflict
After decades of fighting, the Kurdish group’s imprisoned leader is now calling for its fighters to put down their arms.
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Who Is the P.K.K. Leader Abdullah Ocalan?
The founder of the P.K.K., a guerrilla organization that has been fighting an insurgency against Turkey for decades, has called for his group to disarm and disband.The New York Times - 8h -
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Former Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell will not seek reelection in 2026. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small reports.CBS News - Feb. 20 -
What we know about Pentagon layoffs
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With Measles Spreading, Here’s What to Know About Symptoms.
Infected people can spread the virus before even realizing they have it.The New York Times - 2d -
What to know about Trump's first Cabinet meeting
President Trump held the first Cabinet meeting of his new administration on Wednesday. The first person he asked to speak was Tesla CEO Elon Musk. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.CBS News - 2d -
What to know about cuts at cybersecurity agency
The White House says federal agencies have until March 13 to present plans for large scale layoffs. Among the targets is the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, which defends ...CBS News - 2d -
What to know about a series of powerful volcanic eruptions
The Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island erupted Wednesday for the 11th time in two months. The USGS said it lasted nearly 13 hours. Scientists are concerned about another possible eruption ...CBS News - 1d -
What to know about the investigation into Gene Hackman's death
There is a growing mystery surrounding the death of two-time Academy Award winner Gene Hackman. His body, along with that of his wife's, were found Wednesday afternoon lying on the floor in ...CBS News - 1d -
What to know about Ukraine's mineral wealth
President Donald Trump says the United States and Ukraine are poised to sign an agreement on rare earth minerals “and other things” — or at least they were before a heated moment between him, Vice ...NBC News - 17h -
What we know and don’t know about the asteroid hurtling toward Earth
Asteroid 2024 YR4, a 50- to 90-meter-wide Earth-approaching object, is likely not going to hit our planet in 2032.The Hill - 5d -
What to Know About the Saudi Crown Prince’s Role in Global Diplomacy
The kingdom’s de facto leader, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, was once shunned in diplomatic circles. Now he is playing an important role in negotiations over Gaza and Ukraine.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
What We Know About the Secretive Migrant Mission at Guantánamo Bay
The Trump administration has said little about the Venezuelan men who were transferred from Texas to the U.S. military base in Cuba.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
Here's what to know about DOGE's impact so far
Actions from the White House's Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE, have led to thousands of firings and more than a dozen lawsuits. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro ...CBS News - Feb. 20 -
What we know about the Zizians 'cult' linked to six deaths
A US border patrol agent and a landowner stabbed 50 times are among alleged victims of the group.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
What to know about the key laws being invoked in Trump legal challenges
Many of the dozens of lawsuits challenging the Trump administration's actions hinge on alleged violations of decades-old federal laws.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Here's what to know about the "Feb 28 Economic Blackout" protest
A grassroots effort is asking American consumers to refrain from making purchases at major retailers for one day in February.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
What do we know about Trump administration and DOGE's mass firings?
A federal judge is giving President Trump the go-ahead to continue mass firings of thousands of federal employees, for now. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro and CBS News congressional ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
What to know about vaccine booster shots as measles spreads in Texas
In Texas, at least 90 cases of measles have been reported in recent weeks across the northwest part of that state.NBC News - Feb. 22 -
What to know about Dan Bongino, the FBI's new deputy director
President Trump has named a former Secret Service agent and conservative podcaster as the new deputy director of the FBI. Dan Bongino will serve second in command to director Kash Patel. CBS News ...CBS News - 4d -
What to know about home prices if you're looking to buy or sell
With spring selling season just around the corner, buyers may start to see a slight thaw of the real estate market. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains.CBS News - 3d -
What We Know About Guantánamo Bay’s Migrant Camp
Last month, President Trump announced plans to construct a migrant holding facility in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Carol Rosenberg breaks down what we know about the operation, along with New York Times ...The New York Times - 3d -
What to know about Pope Francis' condition as he fights pneumonia
Pope Francis remained hospitalized in critical condition on Tuesday, despite showing slight improvement on Monday. The 88-year-old pontiff has pneumonia in both lungs. CBS News' Seth Doane reports. ...CBS News - 3d -
What we know about Trump's rare minerals deal with Ukraine's Zelenskyy
Ukraine and the U.S. may be close to agreeing on a rare minerals deal brokered by President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.CBS News - 2d -
Here's what to know about Trump's $5 million immigration "gold card"
President Trump is floating the idea of a new "gold card" visa that would be sold to wealthy foreigners for $5 million.CBS News - 2d -
What We Know About the U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Deal
A draft agreement discussed on Tuesday does not include a $500 billion payout the Trump administration demanded earlier.The New York Times - 2d -
What we know about the measles death reported in Texas
A child died after contracting measles in Texas, officials confirm. This comes as the outbreak grows in the state. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.CBS News - 1d -
What to Know About Filing Your Tax Return as the I.R.S. Sheds Workers
How to avoid delays, check the status of refunds and contact the Internal Revenue Service with problems.The New York Times - 1d -
What to know about Alix Earle, Alex Cooper and their reported professional fallout
What to know about Alix Earle, Alex Cooper and their reported professional fallout at Unwell NetworkNBC News - 1d -
What to know about changes expected at EPA under Trump administration
Major changes to the Environmental Protection Agency are expected under the Trump administration. CBS News' Tracy Wholf explains.CBS News - 1d -
Here's what to know about today's inflation data from the PCE report
A large majority of Americans say their incomes aren't keeping pace with inflation. Here's what the numbers say.CBS News - 20h -
What to know about Friday's economic blackout planned against retailers
An economic blackout has been planned for Friday. The movement calls on consumers to avoid all unnecessary spending, especially at major retailers. The boycott aims to call attention to higher ...CBS News - 19h -
What we know about US-Ukraine minerals deal
The White House said the deal, which would give the US access to mineral deposits, was not signed on Friday.BBC News - 15h -
Measles Outbreaks: What to Know About Virus Severity and Vaccine Effectiveness
Experts answered key questions about the severity of the virus and the effectiveness of the vaccine.The New York Times - 13h -
What We Know About Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa’s Death
Mr. Hackman’s body was found inside his home, along with those of his wife and a dog. The sheriff in Santa Fe, N.M., said it appeared that the couple had been dead for days or possibly weeks.The New York Times - 12h -
What to know about failed Hamas return of Shiri Bibas' body, bus explosions in Israel
Israeli forces have announced that none of the bodies returned by Hamas Thursday belonged to Shiri Bibas, as originally believed. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more on that and a ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Are 150-year-olds collecting social security? What to know about Musk's claims
Elon Musk says the Department of Government Efficiency has found rampant fraud at the Social Security Administration. But that may not be the case, and an aging computer system could instead be to ...CBS News - Feb. 21
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Musk and Republican Lawmakers Pressure Judges with Impeachment Threats
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Democrats See Political Opening in G.O.P. Budget as Republicans Eye Medicaid Cuts
Democrats are rerunning the playbook that won them control of Congress in 2018, focusing on the cost of the G.O.P.’s tax cut plan for ordinary Americans, particularly when it comes to health care.The New York Times - 3h
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