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8/9: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Seth Doane. Featured: Saving a candlepin bowling alley; THC tests jeopardize young mothers; writer Gay Talese; actor Tim Curry; protecting the habitat of Venus fly traps; and the world's largest truck stop.
Netanyahu rejects Gaza peace plan, vows no military withdrawal until Hamas disarms
President Trump hailed the peace plan as a "historic agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and all other groups in Gaza."
Netanyahu rejects Gaza peace plan, vows no military pullout until Hamas disarms
President Trump hailed the peace plan as a "historic agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and all other groups in Gaza."
2,000-year-old Roman shipwreck discovered off coast of Sicily
The discovery was made by an underwater fisherman who described it as the "most incredible" in his life.
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The discovery was made by an underwater fisherman who described it as the "most incredible" in his life.
Ukraine denies targeting Bulgaria after drone explodes near gas pipeline
Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, there have been various cases of Ukrainian drones straying into NATO airspace.
8/8: CBS Weekend News
Negotiations continue between Iran and Oman over the Strait of Hormuz; President Trump says he will appeal the latest White House ballroom ruling.
Costa Rica's newly discovered "coffee frog" faces risks from farm pesticides
Measuring less than 4 centimeters and known as the "spring frog," the dark green-spotted amphibians were observed in San Lorenzo de Tarrazu.
Drones spotted over German military base amid uptick in similar incidents
Drone sightings over civilian and cargo airports have been reported more frequently.
Iran says strait won't open until the U.S. "corrects" behavior
The United Arab Emirates' Abu Dhabi National Oil Company said one of its ships was targeted while transiting the strait on Saturday.
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.
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.
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.