From arrests to crackdowns, how Europe’s leaders are responding as protests rock the continent
Emmanuel Macron vows rioters will pay as 70,000 police deploy across France, while Italy, Belgium and Albania face escalating protest violence.
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Musk confirms SpaceX was behind thwarting of Ukraine’s Starlink access: ‘Evil warmongers’
"Using Starlink, a civilian commercial service, for offensive drone strikes to kill people has never been allowed, nor should it be," Musk tweeted Saturday.
Azusa residents furious as LA Metro repeatedly dumps homeless people overnight
A California city is demanding answers from Los Angeles Metro after residents have accused the transport agency of dumping passengers on their streets overnight, with allegations of break-ins, stolen parcels and public urination. Furious officials in Azusa say the practice of forcing passengers off late-night trains…
Early reports suggest record high turnout in Serbia elections
Serbia is heading to the polls as a student movement attempts to oust longtime populist leader Aleksandar Vučić.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says America is ready to elect a woman
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer pushed back Sunday on comments made by former first lady Michelle Obama last year that U.S. voters aren’t ready to elect a female president.
Six Flags to add seat belts to roller coasters after Georgia rider’s death
Six Flags is overhauling lap restraints on coasters across the U.S. and Canada, but key details about reopening timelines remain unanswered.
Moore: Key races in South 'in play,' Democrats 'made mistakes' not investing earlier
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore joined "This Week" Sunday for an interview about the midterm elections.
Russia to host first Olympic federation world event since Ukraine invasion
The International Weightlifting Federation becomes the first Olympic federation to choose Russia to host a world championships since its invasion of Ukraine.
Nature: Spiders in Florida
We leave you this Sunday morning with some Golden Orb Weavers at Long Key Natural Area and Nature Center in Davie, Fla. Videographer: Charles Schultz.
David Sedaris would like to clear the air about prostate exams
After a friend divulged perhaps too much information, humorist David Sedaris considers the ramifications of over-sharing – and wrong assumptions.
David Sedaris would like to clear the air about prostate exams
After a friend divulged perhaps too much information, humorist David Sedaris considers the ramifications of over-sharing – and wrong assumptions.
How punk rock and MTV inspired opera composer Missy Mazzoli
"Lincoln in the Bardo," based on George Saunders' novel, is the first opera composed by a woman to premiere at the Metropolitan Opera. Missy Mazzoli talks about its creation, and the influence that punk rock and music videos had on her work.
"Lincoln in the Bardo" composer Missy Mazzoli
Composer Missy Mazzoli is the first woman ever to have an opera premiered by the Metropolitan Opera. Based on the award-winning novel by George Saunders, Mazzoli and librettist Royce Vavrek's "Lincoln in the Bardo" depicts Abraham Lincoln mourning his 11-year-old son, Willie, whose passing has led the young boy to a…
Sen. Adam Schiff says Pete Hegseth should testify on Starlink slowdown in Ukraine
Sen. Adam Schiff said that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth should testify before the Senate on the Starlink satellite limitations that disrupted Ukrainian military operations.
Brazil election: Lula, Bolsonaro cast votes in final bout
Almost 160 million are eligible to vote in the final round of Brazil's election that pits the left-wing incumbent against the son of the former far-right president. DW has more.
Photos of the week
"Sunday Morning" looks at some of the most evocative images captured the week of Oct. 18-24, 2026.
"The Mosquito Bowl" and the human cost of war
Director Peter Berg discusses his new film, the true story of All-American football stars who volunteered for the Marines and fought in the Battle of Okinawa, the last and costliest World War II battle in the Pacific.
"The Mosquito Bowl" and the human cost of war
The new Netflix film "The Mosquito Bowl" recounts the true story of All-American football stars who volunteered for the Marines following Pearl Harbor – and fought in the Battle of Okinawa, the last and costliest World War II battle in the Pacific. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin talks with…
Adam Schiff says Democrats should put 'overriding emphasis' on costs, not impeachment
In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) says Democratic oversight should focus on bringing down costs and corruption, that could potentially lead to impeachment.
Four-year-old girl dies after fall from tower block
Paramedics gave first aid at the scene on Saturday morningb ut the child later died, police say.
Obama’s ‘Saddam Hussein’s Cheesecake Factory’ jab at Trump comes back to bite him: ‘Guy built himself a wizard prison’
"The guy who designed this wizard prison for himself has thoughts on aesthetics?"
Democrat Scott Colom aims for deep-red Mississippi Senate seat
In a climate where polls show Trump's approval cratering, Dems are optimistic about Scott Colom's chances of flipping Republican senator's seat in deep-red Mississippi.
Struggling London-listed media group Future rebuffs interest in The Week
The struggling London-listed company which owns Go Compare, the price comparison platform, has rebuffed indicative bid interest in The Week, the current affairs magazine.
Georgia man arrested for allegedly chucking Molotov cocktail at ICE building: ‘Act of terrorism’
Inique Hinton faces up to 20 years in federal prison for the alleged arson stunt.
Musk accuses Ukraine of violating Starlink’s terms of service following dispute over coverage
Fernandes dropped to Man Utd bench - was Carrick right?
Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes is dropped from the starting XI for Sunday's game against Bournemouth following his criticism of manager Michael Carrick.
Couple were celebrating anniversary before Bahamas tragedy
Leanne Gregory, from Stapleford in Nottinghamshire, died trying to save her sons swept out to sea.
Israel to close all West Bank land crossings on election day
After a deadly attack which killed two Israeli soldiers on Friday, the Israeli military has said all land border points between Israel and the occupied West Bank will be closed during Tuesday's election.
Ex-WWE wrestler Amber Nova Flora busted for DUI in her Florida hometown: cops
Pro-wrestler Amber "Nova" Flora was arrested in Florida over the weekend for a DUI and refusing to submit to a DUI test, according to police.
Man admits beating dad to death in picturesque town decades ago after bragging to cops about 'first body'
Douglas Herlihy admitted to killing his father in a New Hampshire home in 2003. A closet door message and a 2020 boast to police helped crack the case.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon on California’s schools, Gavin Newsom and the end of the Education Department
In an exclusive interview with The California Post, the Education Secretary weighed in on California’s test scores, parents’ rights, school choice and her plan to wind down the department.
Saudi Arabia Reopens Riyadh Airport After Weeks of Houthi Attacks
The Houthis, an Iran-backed Yemeni militia, launched several deadly attacks on the airport this month and have threatened to strike it again.
Police using AI risks making discrimination worse, researchers warn
AI tools learn from biased records and may deepen discrimination against minorities without oversight, researchers say.
Anderson stops short of retiring after Lancashire exit
James Anderson expresses sadness at being released by Lancashire, but stopped short of confirming the end of his legendary playing career.
A Day After Renewed Street Clashes in France, Relief and Anxiety Mix
While the police kept a lid on vandalism, the huge number of protesters, and France’s fraught politics, suggest unrest could grow.
Fugitive mom wanted in daughter’s Arizona murder used cartels to hide for years before capture in Mexico: feds
Anna Marlene Somoza's cartel connections helped her evade U.S. Marshals for over 12 years as a fugitive in Mexico after her daughter's 1997 death.
LA’s top federal prosecutor says California elections already in jeopardy
“So what percentage is acceptable? I'd like to know from California,” Essayli said.
One Agent’s Doubts
ICE pays local police to help with deportations. What’s it like for them?
Orthodox Jews flee NY for Florida amid rising antisemitism
Hundreds of Jewish families, fed up with rising antisemitism and political dysfunction in New York have fled the state for a new community in Florida -- but craven influencers have made life hell for them by spewing vicious Jew-hating rhetoric outside their homes.
Australia reach World Cup semis & New Zealand get back on track
Australia edge to a 36-22 victory in a pulsating Group A match against Fiji to book their place in the Rugby League World Cup semi-finals.
Young woman joked about going missing — 10 years later, mom won't rest until she finds out who killed her
Angie Barlow vanished after texting her roommate about a private party gig in Indianapolis. Her mother says prosecutors have gone silent on the case.
Brazil becomes next test for Latin America’s surging conservative movement
Lula da Silva seeks a fourth presidential term in Brazil in a closely contested second round election with Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, as security and safety concerns weigh heavily.
Thomas L. Friedman: We Just Set Off the Second Big Bang
Humanity is entering its most dangerous era yet.
Deal alert: They cozy, lined Crocs are 50% off at Walmart
Walmart has the Crocs Baya Lined Clog on sale for $30, half its usual price. The fleece-lined clog has 23,000+ ratings and doubles as a cozy house slipper.
Elon Musk says SpaceX closed Ukraine Starlink ‘loophole,’ while Kyiv denies breaching terms
Elon Musk has said his company imposed limits on the use of its Starlink satellite system in Ukraine last week, after curbs led to disruption to Ukrainian military operations.
12 injured, including 6 children, in shooting near Florida university, police say
At least 11 of those injured had gunshot wounds, police said.
ICE said a man jumped on the hood of their vehicle. Video — and police — say otherwise
New Pentagon UFO files detail FBI agents' sighting of silent triangular object with no visible engines
FBI agents described a silent black triangular UAP hovering before accelerating at fighter-jet speeds in newly released Department of War documents.
Netanyahu Won the Middle East and Lost the World
Both Israelis and Palestinians are trapped in the Netanyahu paradigm.
Once high-powered and influential brothers set to be sentenced for sex trafficking
Former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot emerges as Netanyahu’s leading election challenger
A decorated former Israeli army chief has emerged as a leading election challenger after serving in the war cabinet and suffering devastating personal losses following the Oct. 7 attacks.
Bus and lorry collide killing 22, including passengers returning from funeral
At least 22 people have been killed after a bus and lorry collided in Kenya, police say.
Brazil votes in tight runoff between leftist Lula and right-wing Flavio Bolsonaro
The high stakes election will decide whether Brazil will move toward the right or retain a leftist government.
Gadi Eisenkot campaigns on Moroccan roots in challenge to Netanyahu
As Israel prepares to vote, Gadi Eisenkot is leveraging his Moroccan heritage in Likud strongholds such as Sderot. From historical divides to October 7, identity and trauma are redefining the city's political loyalties.
Prague honours Roma resistance fighters against Hitler
More than 1,400 Roma fought against the German Nazi occupation in Czechoslovakia. A new exhibition in Prague showcases the stories of partisans and soldiers whose fates barely received any attention for decades.
Saudi Arabia looks to US for an AI edge as Yemen's Houthis up pressure
The US is helping Saudi Arabia fight the Houthi group in Yemen with AI-assisted targeting. But AI is not a magic bullet, experts say, and there are technological, political and human rights issues to consider.
Democrats Have Edge Across Four Key House Races in Pennsylvania, Polls Find
Democratic candidates are ahead in two, hold a narrow edge in a third and are tied in a fourth, new polling shows. The seats embody the fights playing out nationwide in the midterms.
What to Know About Brazil’s Election as Bolsonaro Faces Off With Lula
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the leftist incumbent, and Flávio Bolsonaro, the right-wing challenger, face off in a narrow race that could redefine the future of Latin America.
Latinos Are Now America’s Most Important Swing Voters
Latinos helped fuel President Trump’s return to the White House. But Democrats have won back the trust of many Hispanic voters over the past two years.
Student protesters aim for electoral victory over Serbia's long-serving leader
People in Serbia are voting in a parliamentary election that is being viewed as a showdown between former president Aleksandar Vucic and a university student protest movement.
Bulgaria holds presidential elections amid divisions over Ukraine war
Bulgarians are voting in presidential elections amid security concerns over attacks on ships in the Black Sea. The vote for the largely ceremonial post is seen as a test of the popularity of Prime Minister Rumen Radev.
Florida A&M University shooting leaves 12 injured, including 6 children, near football stadium
A shooting near Florida A&M University's Bragg Memorial Stadium left 12 people injured, including six juveniles, the youngest just 11 years old.
At least 12 people injured in shooting near a football stadium in Florida
Authorities say at least 12 people were injured, including six children, in a shooting near a football stadium in Tallahassee on homecoming weekend for Florida A&M University
Serbia election: Can student-led opposition end Aleksandar Vucic's grip on power?
Nearly two years after a deadly railway station collapse sparked mass anti-corruption protests, Serbians are voting in a closely fought election that could end Aleksandar Vucic's grip on power.
12 injured, including several minors, in shooting near Florida A&M stadium
Twelve people, including several minors, were injured in a shooting near Florida A&M University’s Bragg Memorial Stadium, where homecoming celebrations included a football game Saturday.
11-year-old, other minors among 11 shot near Florida university stadium
PM open to 'honest discussion' about return to EU free movement
Andy Burnham says that an "honest discussion" is needed about readopting the EU's free movement rules.
Brazil’s election tests Lula’s leftist legacy against Bolsonaro’s right-wing movement
Democrats ask judge to dismiss Trump administration’s challenge to Alaska Senate race
Attorneys for Alaska’s Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola and Senate Democrats filed a motion Friday urging a federal judge to dismiss the Trump administration’s lawsuit seeking to block the results of the upcoming election if Republican incumbent Dan S. Sullivan loses.
Suspect in St. Louis teen’s fatal freeway shooting investigated in another roadway attack
The suspect in the fatal freeway shooting of a high school girl just outside St. Louis is being investigated in connection with a second roadway shooting, court documents show.
Storm Boelo leaves tens of thousands of homes without power
Tens of thousands of homes have been left without electricity this morning, in the wake of Storm Boelo, with warnings for high winds still in place.
Cornell student named in Jane Doe's civil suit seeks to be dropped from case
One of the Cornell students who was named in a civil lawsuit by a former undergraduate student known as Jane Doe, has asked a judge to drop him from the suit.
Amy Acton says Trump, Vance should 'look at the facts' after Ramaswamy attack ad
Ohio Democratic Amy Acton spoke to ABC News after a rally in Cleveland with former President Barack Obama.
Labour unveils £285m funding boost to 'shift power' to local leaders
Andy Burnham has announced £285m to fund local communities, declaring mayors shouldn't have to go "cap in hand to Westminster".
Brazilians head to the polls with left-winger and son of Trump ally neck and neck
Brazilians are going to the polls today to elect a president in a run-off vote that is being closely watched around the world.
New York’s archdiocese and survivors of clergy abuse agree to $800 million legal settlement
France sees another weekend of mass protests as thousands rally across Europe
Explosion and fire erupt at Quaker Oats plant in Cedar Rapids, Iowa; no injuries
The fire evidently began with an explosion, the fire department said.
Police to allow some offenders to breach curfews without arrest
The Metropolitan Police is reducing enforcement of offenders who breach their tag conditions amid resourcing pressures and following early prisoner release.
WATCH: Obama, Trump hit the campaign trail ahead of critical midterm elections
Both the Democratic and Republican parties are now leaning into presidential power amid early voting for the midterm elections.