Swimmer goes for gold at Paralympics after losing leg in shark attack
The Connecticut native and a friend were snorkeling off Turks and Caicos when a shark charged and bit Truwit's lower left leg.
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World's second tallest man forced to sleep on floor at Paralympics
Morteza Mehrzadselakjani — who is 8 feet 0.85 inches tall — is the star player of Iran's sitting volleyball team.
French man accused of enlisting dozens of strangers to rape drugged wife
The woman didn't ask for the trial to be held behind closed doors because "that's what her attackers would have wanted," her lawyer said.
Paralympic Games underway in Paris
The first medals of the Paralympic Games are being handed out in Paris with nearly two dozen medals up for grabs Thursday. Amanda Morris, disability reporter for the Washington Post, joined CBS News to talk about the games.
Telegram CEO facing up to 10 years in prison
Telegram CEO and co-founder Pavel Durov could spend up to 10 years behind bars with French authorities accusing him of allowing criminal activity on his popular encrypted app. Durov is facing multiple charges and he must remain in France during the investigation. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more.
France hands Telegram CEO preliminary charges, tells him not to leave
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's lawyer calls French prosecutors' claims of his complicity in alleged criminal activity on the messaging app "totally absurd."
Telegram CEO faces criminal charges in France
Pavel Durov, the founder of the Telegram messaging app, is being held legally responsible for criminal activity on the platform. Durov is not allowed to leave France after he was detained on Saturday and released on bail of nearly $6 million.
Paralympian Daniel Romanchuk's goal beyond gold: "We want to give"
While Paralympian Daniel Romanchuck has his eyes set on gold at the Paris Games, he also hopes to give others the same opportunities.
Paralympic Games opening in Paris
Athletes from around the world are once again flocking to Paris because the Paralympic Games are set to open Wednesday. Around 4,400 athletes with disabilities, permanent injuries or impairments will compete across 22 sports in 11 days. Guardian reporter Paul Macinnes joined CBS News to discuss the games.
How the Paralympic Village has been transformed with accessibility in mind
The village reopened on Aug. 21, transformed to meet the specific needs of the 4,400 para-athletes.
Paralympic Games kick off in Paris this week
The Paralympic Games are set to begin in Paris this week. While the newly built Olympic Village was created with accessibility in mind, it was more challenging to make the 2,000-year-old city more manageable for people with disabilities. Elaine Cobbe takes a look at those preparations.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov arrested at airport near Paris, French media reports
Pavel Durov is suspected of failing to take action to curb the criminal use of his platform, Telegram.
Suspect arrested in arson attack targeting synagogue in France
Five people, including the rabbi, who were present in the synagogue complex at the time of the attack were unharmed.
Alain Delon, French acting legend, dies at 88
Alain Delon was able to combine toughness with an appealing, vulnerable quality that made him one of France's memorable leading men.
Alain Delon, iconic French actor, dies at age 88
Alain Delon, the iconic French actor known for films like "Purple Noon" and "Le Samourai," died Sunday at age 88.
Diplomacy takes center stage as Iran holds off retaliation against Israel
U.S. assessments are that Iran will not seek to disrupt ongoing cease-fire negotiations in Doha aimed at ending the Hamas-Israel war.
"B-Boy Victor" on bringing home the first Olympic medal for breaking
Victor Montalvo of Florida is the first U.S. athlete to win a medal in Olympic breaking, which debuted at the Paris Games.
Olympian Gabby Thomas talks winning gold at 2024 Paris Games
Gabby Thomas said she would love to compete in the 2028 Olympic Games, which will be held in Los Angeles.
U.S. women's basketball team beats France by 1 point to win gold medal
Only two of those victories had been by single digits before the game against France.
Man seen climbing up Eiffel Tower hours before Olympics closing ceremony
It was not immediately clear where he began his ascent but he was spotted just above the Olympic rings adorning the second section of the monument.
U.S. women's soccer team beats Brazil 1-0 to win Olympic gold
A goal from forward Mallory Swanson in the 57th minute clinched the gold medal for Team USA.
Travis Scott released from French police custody after altercation at hotel
In a statement, the Paris prosecutor's office said, "the police custody order for Travis Scott has been lifted and all proceedings (against him) were terminated."
Spain wins gold in men's soccer final
The men's Olympic soccer final came to an exciting close in Paris on Friday, with Spain taking down France 5-3 to claim the gold. It's the first time in 32 years a European team won the gold medal in men's soccer at the Summer Olympics. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell joins with a recap from Paris.
American surfer Caroline Marks on winning Olympic gold: "It feels surreal"
Marks joined CBS News to share more on her 2024 Olympic win, the "biggest moment of my career."
Olympian Jordan Chiles reflects on "surreal moment" of winning bronze
U.S. Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles describes the moment she won her first individual medal at the 2024 Paris Games.
Newsom signs California redistricting plan
The new map would shift five of California's Republican House seats to be more favorable to Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections.
Erik Menendez denied parole after decades in prison
California officials have denied Erik Menendez parole after he spent decades in prison for killing his parents in 1989.
Judge halts "Alligator Alcatraz" construction over environmental concerns
A federal judge ordered an indefinite halt to further construction or expansion at "Alligator Alcatraz," in a a setback for the Trump administration and Florida officials.
Eyewitness says American subcontractors at Gaza aid sites fired at Palestinians
An eyewitness told CBS News that American subcontractors at Gaza Humanitarian Foundation sites shot at Palestinians, a claim GHF denies.
Missouri appears likely to redraw congressional map during Trump's redistricting push
Texas and California have already begun congressional redistricting efforts for political advantage.
Alina Habba serving unlawfully as N.J.'s top federal prosecutor, judge rules
Alina Habba, President Trump's former personal lawyer, has been serving as New Jersey's U.S. attorney "without lawful authority" since early July, a judge said.
Cracker Barrel loses almost $100 million in value after new logo release
Cracker Barrel stock plunged as much as 15% after the restaurant chain released a new logo that removes its long-time image of a man leaning against a barrel.
Trump hands out burgers and pizza to federal law enforcement amid D.C. police surge
President Trump visited a crowd of federal law enforcement officers on Thursday.
New York court throws out $527 million penalty in Trump civil fraud case
A New York appellate court threw out the $527 million penalty in the civil fraud case against President Trump and others on Thursday, ruling that the fine was "excessive."