This CBS News special report marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The program covers events held at the main memorial sites in New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia to remember the lives lost on that day.
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The report commemorates 25 years since the 9/11 attacks.
The attacks occurred on September 11, 2001.
Memorial ceremonies took place in New York City, Shanksville (Pennsylvania), and Arlington (Virginia).
The program is anchored by Tony Dokoupil and Norah O'Donnell.
9/11 was a series of coordinated terrorist attacks targeting the U.S.
The attacks caused significant loss of life and changed U.S. security policies.
CBS News broadcasted this special report to honor the victims and survivors.
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked President Donald Trump to carry out military strikes against the Houthi group in Yemen. The Houthis, who are supported by Iran, were making quick advances along Yemen’s Red Sea coast.
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged President Trump to take military action.
The target of the strikes would be the Houthi group in Yemen.
The Houthis receive support from Iran.
The Houthis were advancing quickly along Yemen’s Red Sea coast.
This information comes from two sources reported by CBS News.
The report was covered by CBS News journalists Natalie Brand, Aaron MacLean, and Chris Livesay.
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Sweden has deported nearly 2,500 British citizens since 2020, raising concerns about its strict migration policies after Brexit. Many Britons who lived in Sweden before Brexit face removal, even if they applied to stay before deadlines, and some question if Sweden’s national migration rules are affecting fair treatment under Brexit agreements.
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Charles, a British man, was detained near Stockholm and may soon be deported despite living in Sweden since 2017 and applying to stay before Brexit deadlines.
Sweden deported 2,490 Britons between 2020 and 2025, about one-third of all British nationals deported from the EU in that time.
Other EU countries deported fewer Britons: France 450, Spain 250, Germany 160, and Italy 15.
Some Britons who missed applying before deadlines include elderly residents like Joyce Thomas (78) and George Mason (74, with dementia), who lived in Sweden for over 20 years.
The Brexit withdrawal agreement aimed to protect citizens living in EU countries, but activists say Britons in Sweden are treated like other migrants without special protections.
There are questions about whether Sweden’s stricter and more right-leaning migration policies are influencing how the Brexit agreement is applied.
Removal orders issued by Sweden totaled 2,100, though it’s unclear how many led to deportations or voluntary departures.
The debate is ongoing as Sweden prepares for a general election.
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A teenage boy was rescued after clinging to an overturned fishing boat in the Bering Sea for several days. His older brother and cousin died when the boat flipped near Alaska’s St. Lawrence Island.
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The group left St. Lawrence Island in an 18-foot fishing boat on Friday and did not return as expected by Sunday.
The U.S. Coast Guard began searching Sunday night and found the teen on top of the overturned boat Monday afternoon.
The teen showed signs of hypothermia, which is when the body gets too cold from being in icy water too long.
A nearby vessel, the Northwest Explorer, helped rescue the teen after receiving survival gear from the Coast Guard.
The boy’s older brother and cousin drowned; their bodies were recovered by authorities.
The boat’s motor got stuck in a fishing line, and bad weather caused it to flip over.
The teen survived by staying on the boat and praying until help arrived.
Family members said they work in fishing and spend long times on the water.
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Officials have issued new warnings about dangerous swimming conditions at several beaches along Lake Michigan due to high waves and strong currents. These hazards pose serious risks, especially since many lifeguard services have ended for the season.
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High waves, dangerous rip currents, and strong currents are making swimming unsafe along parts of Lake Michigan.
Warnings cover beaches in Wisconsin and Michigan and are expected through Friday and Saturday.
The National Weather Service issues beach hazard statements when strong waves and currents create high swim risks.
Nearly 1 million people were recently warned not to swim across all five Great Lakes because of similar dangerous conditions.
The Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project reports about 1,480 drownings in the Great Lakes since 2010 and 65 this year so far.
Many beaches no longer have lifeguards after the summer season, increasing the danger for swimmers.
Specific Wisconsin beaches affected include Crescent Beach and Rock Island State Beach; Michigan beaches include Lakeview Park and Seul Choix Point.
Officials advise people to stay out of the water until conditions improve to avoid life-threatening situations.
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Yemen's Houthi group has taken control of Perim Island near the Bab al-Mandab Strait and the port city of Mokha, strengthening their hold on the Red Sea coast. This move affects a major international shipping route and has raised concerns for regional stability, with Saudi Arabia seeking help from President Donald Trump, who has so far declined direct military involvement.
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The Houthis control Perim Island at the narrow Bab al-Mandab Strait, a key shipping route.
They also captured Mokha port city from Saudi-backed forces, controlling much of the coastline.
The Houthis claim their naval operations do not threaten international shipping, except Saudi vessels.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked President Trump for military support, but Trump offered intelligence help instead.
The conflict has caused hundreds of deaths and displaced over 46,000 people in Yemen.
Saudi-led air strikes continue against Houthi positions, while Houthis launch missiles and drones at southern Saudi targets.
The Bab al-Mandab Strait’s importance has increased after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to US-Iran tensions.
The Houthis ousted Yemen’s government in 2015, sparking a civil war and Saudi military intervention.
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The news segment "CBS News Sunday Morning" covers several topics including America's missile supply shortage amid ongoing military conflicts, ocean exploration and shipwreck discoveries, the revival of women's professional baseball, and efforts to preserve stories from World War II Holocaust survivors.
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The U.S. has fired thousands of long-range precision missiles in a war with Iran that has lasted more than six months.
The Pentagon is running low on advanced weapons and has asked defense companies to increase missile production, which will take years and billions of dollars.
Oceanographer Robert Ballard, known for finding the Titanic wreck, continues to explore and map the ocean floor with his research vessel Nautilus.
A new Women's Pro Baseball League started recently, bringing professional women’s baseball back after 72 years.
The show highlights notable guests including athletes, historians, and experts discussing the impact of their fields.
A recent oral history project uncovered stories from Holocaust survivors freed by American troops in 1945, preserving their memories.
Several books and films related to these topics are available for further information and education.
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) is facing growing pressure from the United States, which recently sanctioned two senior ICC staff members. In response, five countries, including Venezuela and Chad, have announced plans to leave the court within the last year.
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The U.S. has increased pressure on the ICC by sanctioning two high-ranking staff members.
Five countries have decided to leave the ICC in the past year: Venezuela, Chad, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.
These withdrawals are happening while the ICC is dealing with opposition from Washington.
The ICC is also experiencing a leadership crisis after removing its chief prosecutor.
The court is based in The Hague, Netherlands.
The ICC is an international tribunal that prosecutes serious crimes like war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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Members of Parliament (MPs) in England and Wales voted against a new bill to legalise assisted dying, despite supporting similar bills twice before. Support for the bill decreased compared to last year, partly because some MPs changed their minds and some were absent during the vote.
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MPs had voted twice before in favor of legalising assisted dying but rejected the latest proposal.
The vote showed fewer MPs supporting the bill this time: 270 for and 286 against, compared to 315 for and 291 against last year.
Some MPs, like Janet Daby, changed their minds and decided not to support the bill again.
Political leadership may have influenced the vote; the current Labour leader, Andy Burnham, does not support the bill, unlike the previous PM Keir Starmer.
Absences due to personal reasons like weddings and official trips influenced the number of supporters present.
Supporters plan to try again to pass the bill, possibly as soon as next year.
Opponents worry changing the law could harm vulnerable people, and they succeeded in defeating the bill in the House of Lords.
The result may increase calls for reform of the House of Lords, the UK’s second chamber of Parliament.
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The United States has recently made progress in reducing Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz and has effectively stopped Iran's oil exports, causing serious economic problems for Iran. However, the conflict involving the U.S. and Israel that started in February is still ongoing with ongoing fighting and no clear plan to end it.
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The U.S. has loosened Iran's control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Iran’s oil exports have been nearly stopped by actions from the U.S.
Iran’s economy is suffering a severe decline as a result.
The conflict began in February and was expected to end quickly but continues.
A ceasefire or agreement made in June broke down soon after.
No new diplomatic talks or progress have occurred since the agreement collapsed.
Fighting at a low level continues between the involved parties.
The U.S. currently appears to have no clear plan to end its involvement in this conflict.
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Governments and experts warn that the fast development of artificial intelligence (AI) could pose serious risks, including accidents or attacks involving nuclear weapons. The United States and China plan to hold talks on AI safety, as no single country can ensure AI is safe alone. Experts say laws, regulations, and global cooperation are needed to manage AI risks.
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A researcher from Anthropic, a major AI company, warned that AI could potentially cause human extinction.
The US and China are set to hold their first talks focused on AI safety ahead of a summit between President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
AI systems have been misused to support attempts at developing biological weapons, prompting companies like Anthropic to block these activities.
Experts say simply programming AI to "do no harm" is not enough because AI might find ways to bypass such instructions.
Military use of AI may have exceptions that override ethical safeguards, increasing risks in warfare.
Human decision-makers controlling AI in weapons systems may be deceived by AI, which could fabricate false information.
The time to make critical decisions involving AI and nuclear weapons is shrinking, raising the stakes for safety.
Historical examples, like the 1983 film WarGames, illustrate dangers when AI controls key military information without proper oversight.
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Six Nigerian men linked to a criminal group called Black Axe are being sent from South Africa to the United States. They are accused of using online romance scams to steal more than $6 million from over 100 American women. They will face charges of wire fraud and money laundering in the U.S.
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Six Nigerian nationals were arrested in Cape Town, South Africa, in 2021.
They are accused of online romance scams targeting American women, stealing over $6 million.
The suspects belong to Black Axe, a criminal network involved in cyber-enabled financial fraud worldwide.
The men are to be handed over to the FBI and U.S. Secret Service for prosecution in the United States.
Interpol coordinated their extradition as part of a larger effort targeting West African crime groups.
A recent Interpol operation led to 58 arrests and identified 263 suspects connected to similar scams.
Romance scams cost Americans over $1 billion in 2023, double the amount from four years before.
Earlier this year, CBS News exposed a large romance scam operation based in Ghana targeting Americans.
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has urged President Trump to take military action against the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, whose forces have recently made significant gains along the Red Sea coast. President Trump has so far declined direct military involvement but offered intelligence and targeting support while the U.S. continues discussions with Saudi Arabia about regional stability.
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman contacted President Trump multiple times about the Houthi advance in Yemen.
The Houthis, supported by Iran, have taken control of key areas, including the strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
President Trump has refused to commit U.S. troops but offered intelligence assistance.
The U.S. Central Command held talks in Saudi Arabia to coordinate responses.
Saudi Arabia is trying to build a coalition to counter the Houthis and prevent Iranian retaliation.
Iran could respond to attacks on Houthis by striking Saudi Arabia.
Oil prices have risen to around $100 per barrel due to the conflict, with warnings of further increases.
The U.S. is focused on protecting navigation freedom in the Red Sea and supporting regional partners to manage the conflict.
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Fighters from the Iran-backed Houthi group have taken control of land near the Bab al-Mandab Strait in the Red Sea, which is an important path for ships traveling between Asia and Europe. The Houthis say they will not threaten international shipping but plan to target ships from Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia has been using the Red Sea for exporting oil because the Strait of Hormuz is closed due to conflict.
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The Houthi group is supported by Iran.
They have captured territory near the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a key route for international trade.
The Bab al-Mandab Strait connects the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and is important for ships going between Asia and Europe.
The Houthis say they will not threaten international ships but will target Saudi vessels.
Saudi Arabia increasingly uses the Red Sea route for oil exports since the Strait of Hormuz is closed.
The Strait of Hormuz is closed due to a war involving the US and Israel.
Fighting in Yemen has displaced at least 46,000 people in the last week.
The situation could affect global trade and oil prices due to disruptions in shipping routes.
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Ireland’s President Catherine Connolly is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump during his two-day visit to Dublin, which includes a golf trip. Connolly has criticized Trump’s policies and power in the past, while Irish officials and citizens are anxious about how the meeting will go.
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President Donald Trump will arrive in Dublin on Saturday for two days, focusing on golf.
Irish President Catherine Connolly has called Trump an abuser of power and criticized his policies on immigration and the Middle East.
Connolly is Ireland’s leftwing president with a background as an independent member of parliament.
Trump previously misgendered Connolly, assuming she was a man.
Irish government and public are nervous about the meeting, balancing criticism with diplomacy.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin is also set to meet Trump separately and has expressed no concerns about the encounter.
Large security measures are in place to protect Trump from expected protests in Dublin.
Trump’s golf resort in Doonbeg will host the Irish Open during his visit.
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The U.S. Navy base in Bahrain was significantly damaged in Iranian missile strikes on February 28, during early conflict events between the U.S. and Iran. The damage affects the U.S. Fifth Fleet's main logistics and command center, raising concerns about U.S. naval operations in the Middle East.
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Iranian forces launched missile strikes on the U.S. Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain base on February 28, 2024.
The base is the headquarters for the U.S. Navy's Fifth Fleet and a key logistics hub in the Gulf region.
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao confirmed that the base was badly damaged, contradicting earlier Pentagon statements claiming minimal impact.
Satellite images and service members' reports showed extensive damage to the command center and multiple buildings.
The damage delays the Navy’s return to full operational capacity at the Bahrain base.
Iranian officials publicly acknowledged and praised the damage caused by their strikes on U.S. military facilities.
The damage disrupts U.S. naval operations and forces consideration of relocating supply hubs farther from the Gulf.
Experts warn this damage has tactical and strategic effects on U.S. military presence and readiness in the Middle East.
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Health officials in several U.S. states are warning pet owners to vaccinate their animals against rabies after new cases appeared, including a dog in Louisiana that tested positive. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports a rise in human exposure to rabid animals this year, with more cases detected in wild animals like bats, raccoons, and foxes.
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A pet dog in Louisiana tested positive for rabies and was euthanized; other dogs in the house are being tested.
Texas reported its first rabies case in a pet dog in over ten years.
Rabies-related inquiries to the CDC increased by 17% during July and August compared to the previous year.
Idaho has seen more rabid bats this year than in the past three years, and Texas reported 22 rabid wild animals in Bexar County.
Animals most likely to carry rabies in the U.S. include bats, coyotes, foxes, raccoons, and skunks.
Rabies spreads through bites, scratches, or saliva entering open wounds, eyes, or mouth.
Rabies can be fatal once symptoms appear, so medical care should be sought immediately after exposure.
States with recent rabies activity include Virginia, Louisiana, New York, North Carolina, California, Idaho, Texas, Alabama, Florida, Maryland, and Michigan.
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A man named Darren Conway pleaded guilty to multiple sexual crimes involving an unconscious woman, related to an online sexual abuse network. Police believe more victims may exist, both in the UK and possibly abroad, and the case is connected to a larger investigation into drug-facilitated sexual offenses.
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Darren Conway, 52, admitted to 11 charges including voyeurism and possession of extreme pornography.
He encouraged another man to sexually abuse the latter’s unconscious wife.
The crimes involved drug-facilitated sexual assault, where victims were unconscious or unable to consent.
Conway obtained naked images of sleeping women at least 10 times between 2023 and 2026.
Police found evidence linking Conway to an online forum for organized sexual abuse and domestic violence.
The forum was uncovered in 2025, partly inspired by a similar case in France.
Police are still identifying possible victims from footage found on Conway’s devices.
Conway will be sentenced on 30 October.
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Princess Astrid of Norway died at age 94, two days after attending the funeral of her brother, King Harald V. The new King Haakon VIII and Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre announced her death and honored her long service to the royal family and society.
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Princess Astrid was 94 years old when she died.
She attended King Harald V’s funeral just two days before her death.
King Harald V died last month at age 89 after ruling for more than 35 years.
Princess Astrid was the last surviving child of King Olav V, who ruled from 1957 to 1991.
She acted as Norway’s first lady from 1954 until 1968, after her mother’s death.
She was known for caring about vulnerable people in society.
Princess Astrid had recent health problems, including pneumonia in March.
The funeral of King Harald V was attended by many European royals and world leaders.
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New data from NOAA shows that many U.S. states experienced much higher-than-normal temperatures in 2026, especially in the Southwest and Rocky Mountains. The year is on track to be one of the hottest recorded for the lower 48 states, with August and the summer being the warmest on record.
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Temperatures in states like Wyoming, Arizona, and Texas rose more than 5 degrees Fahrenheit above average through August 2026.
Wyoming’s city of Lander recorded the highest temperature departure, 5.4°F above the 1991-2020 average.
Arizona’s Phoenix and Texas’s Amarillo also had large departures of about 5.2°F above normal.
The Southwest and Rocky Mountain states showed the most extreme warmth, while the Northeast states stayed closer to their normal temperatures.
2026’s warm conditions are linked to a strong "Super El Niño," which affects global weather and temperatures.
NOAA reported the contiguous U.S. had its warmest August and hottest meteorological summer (June-August) on record.
The period from January to August 2026 was the warmest on record in the 132-year history for the lower 48 states.
Drought spread over much of the country during this unusually warm year.
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