Jorge Messi, father of Argentina great Lionel Messi, dies at 68
Jorge Messi served as his son's agent and accompanied him to Europe when he signed with Barcelona as a teenager.
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Europeans face energy crisis as heat wave brings wildfires and drought
The Danube River hasn't been this low in over 200 years. Wildfires are scorching multiple countries in Europe. Less water means less nuclear energy generation, bringing an energy crisis. Ramy Inocencio details Europe's heat wave struggles.
These are the "super scooper" firefighting seaplanes dousing European and U.S. wildfires
As wildfires rage in parts of the United States and Europe, firefighting efforts have taken to the seas and skies. CBS Saturday Morning takes a look at these remarkable "super scooper" amphibious aircraft.
Wildfires in western Canada forces more than 20,000 people to evacuate
The Bald Range wildfire was first reported on Friday evening.
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey sign defense pact as Iran repeats that Hormuz deal is close
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey signed a historic joint defense pact, establishing their mutual support in case of an attack. Meanwhile, Iran said again that it is finalizing a deal to co-manage the Strait of Hormuz with Oman.
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U.S. pledges $1 billion to Colombia as new right-wing president takes office
Abelardo de la Espriella, a millionaire lawyer with a taste for spectacle, took office Friday.
Girl dies from injuries after school shooting in Thailand as death toll rises
Five school staff members died in the shooting outside Bangkok. The shooter also appeared to have killed his two grandparents.
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.
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 people
8/8: CBS Saturday Morning
Todd Blanche is confirmed as attorney general, fires blaze in Europe and the U.S., plus Houndmouth plays Saturday Sessions.
Child among four 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 people
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.
Child among three 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 three people
U.S. intel agencies warn Putin could test NATO by authorizing provocative actions
American 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 told CBS News.
8/7: CBS Evening News
Police release footage of In-N-Out shooting; Blanche likely to be confirmed as attorney general.
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.
8/7: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Senate navigating several matters ahead of summer recess; No U.S.-Iran deal yet on Strait of Hormuz.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Will Iran and Oman jointly control traffic in the Strait of Hormuz?
Iran said it is close to finalizing a deal with Oman to jointly control the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran added that it does not mean the strait will be fully open and it could include a toll. Charlie D'Agata has context.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign key defense agreement, officials say
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.
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.
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.
Yemen's Houthis escalate deadly attacks on Saudi-backed troops
Yemen's Houthi rebels launch fresh attacks on Saudi-backed government troops, says Yemeni state media, as Cruz says Trump must seek "regime collapse."
At least 6 dead in Thailand high school shooting after suspect kills grandparents
A teenager described as "troubled" by a classmate killed his grandparents before gunning down at least six more people at a school in Thailand, police said.
Cruz calls for Trump to arm Iranians: "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."
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."
Cruz calls for Trump to arm 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."