Iran is booted from U.N. women's group
"Iran's membership at this moment is an ugly stain on the Commission's credibility," the U.S. told nations at the U.N.
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U.S. accuses Russia of providing weapons, fighter jets to Iran
The U.S. allegations are part of a deliberate effort by the U.S. to drive global isolation of Russia.
Leaders gather for biodiversity summit: "We are committing suicide by proxy"
World leaders appear to be in agreement that the world's land and ocean ecosystems are in trouble, but divided on how to address it.
French baguette added to U.N. world heritage list
The French delegation celebrated the vote by raising baguettes in the air.
French baguettes honored for their delicious role in world's cultural heritage
The traditional and beloved long loaf of crusty French bread, the baguette, has been officially recognized as a part of world cultural heritage by the United Nations agency UNESCO. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee reports from London.
Explosions rock Ukraine nuclear power plant
The U.N. nuclear watchdog will conduct an assessment of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine after the site was rocked by explosions over the weekend. It is not clear who was responsible for the attack. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay reports from Ukraine.
When 60 Minutes interviews nuclear watchdogs
In late 2002, Steve Kroft interviewed then-U.N. chief weapons inspector Hans Blix ahead of his team's search for WMD in Iraq. This week, Lesley Stahl sits down with the Director General of the IAEA.
U.N.: World population reaches 8 billion
CBS News correspondent Lana Zak discussed a U.N. report on the world's population. Countries in sub-Saharan Africa are expected to have rapid growth while North America and Europe are expected to start declining by the 2030s.
World population hits 8 billion people
The United Nations says the world's population is expected to reach the 8 billion mark today, with much of the growth coming from developing nations in Africa. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has the story from London.
World population reaches 8 billion
"A milestone year, when we anticipate the birth of the Earth's eight billionth inhabitant" says U.N. chief.
Impact of latest interest rate hike on Americans
CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan joins CBS News' Catherine Herridge to discuss this week's edition of "Face the Nation." They break down the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate hike and preview an upcoming exclusive interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Pelosi speaks at COP27 climate summit
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is one of several U.S. representatives attending the United Nation's COP27 climate summit in Egypt. She spoke on Thursday about America's plan to battle climate change. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with Axios Climate Reporter Andrew Freedman about what U.S. lawmakers are doing.
U.N. chief calls on wealthier nations to pay for climate change costs
Some of the poorest nations at COP27 are calling on richer ones to pay for the damages carbon dioxide pollution has caused.
WHO reports 90% drop in world COVID-19 deaths since February
The head of the World Health Organization says there's "cause for optimism."
U.N. hosts climate summit in Egypt
World leaders are gathering in Egypt for the United Nations' annual climate summit, known as COP27. Catherine McKenna is Canada's former minister of environment and climate change and the chair of an expert panel called on by the U.N. secretary general to set clear standards and criteria to get to net-zero emissions. She joins CBS News to discuss
Annual climate summit underway in Egypt
Political leaders have gathered in Egypt for the 27th annual Conference of the Parties. The climate summit has been criticized by activist Greta Thunberg as an opportunity for "greenwashing." Ramy Inocencio joins "CBS News Mornings" with a look at what the summit will focus on and what attendees hope to achieve.
Past 8 years were the warmest on record, U.N. agency says
The record heat comes as "the tell-tale signs and impacts of climate change are becoming more dramatic."
COP27 climate summit begins: What to know and why it matters
Many see this year's global climate summit as a crucial test of the world's resolve to prevent the worst predicted outcomes of climate change.
Somalia facing widespread famine crisis
A crisis is unfolding in the East African nation of Somalia, which is teetering on the edge of famine. According to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, more than half of Somalia's children will face acute malnutrition through mid-2023. CBS News' John Dickerson speaks with Lynsey Addario, a photojournalist on assignment for National Geographic, who captured images of the tragic food shortages in Somalia.
Major glaciers will be gone by 2050 due to climate change, U.N. warns
Limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius is the only way to save the remaining glaciers, but last week the U.N. warned there's "no credible pathway" for that to happen.
U.N. rejects Russia's call to probe debunked Ukraine "biolabs" claim
"The United States and Ukraine went through Russia's allegations in Geneva, point by point, and debunked every single one," said the U.S. ambassador to the U.N.
Europe temperatures increased more than twice global average, report says
Europe is a leader in climate mitigation. That couldn't save it from also becoming a leader in temperature increases.
Russia grain withdrawal impacts world hunger
Ships carrying grain from Ukraine are still on the move despite Russia suspending a deal meant to protect the shipments. The deal, brokered by the U.N. and Turkey, has helped bring global food prices down from their peak in March. Cary Fowler, the U.S. State Department special envoy for global food security, joined CBS News to discuss how this will impact world hunger.
Fighting intensifies in southern Ukraine
Russian authorities are ramping up evacuations in Ukraine's southern Kherson region. They claim Ukraine could be preparing to attack a key dam and flood the region. Kyiv has rejected the claims and accused Moscow of considering staging a similar attack. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams has the latest from Ukraine.
Russia suspends Ukraine grain deal over ship attack claim
Ukraine's Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, accused Russia of playing "hunger games" by imperiling global food shipments.
Missed paychecks, benefit lapses increase pressure for shutdown deal
The government shutdown stretched into Day 28 Tuesday as the stalemate over how to reopen the government continues.
Trump signs trade deal with Japan's new leader as Asia tour continues
Trump meets Japan's new, first female prime minister, and they sign a bilateral trade deal before going together to greet troops on the USS George Washington.
2 Illinois National Guard members speak out: "I won't turn against my neighbors"
Staff Sgt. Demi Palecek and Capt. Dylan Blaha say they'll defy federal orders regarding Trump's immigration enforcement operation in Chicago.
Trump administration to reassign ICE officials in bid to intensify deportation campaign
The Trump administration is shaking up ICE's leadership, with plans to reassign as many as a dozen local leaders, as the agency faces pressure to ramp up arrests, sources told CBS News.
Soaring electricity bills squeeze households as utilities hike rates
Rising utility bills across the country are leaving customers feeling powerless in the face of the escalating costs.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect can wear street clothes in court but must be restrained, judge rules
A Utah judge has ruled that the 22-year-old man charged with killing Charlie Kirk can appear in court wearing street clothes but must be physically restrained due to security concerns.
Political violence has gripped the U.S. Experts say it's not as simple as left and right.
A nationwide string of threats and violent acts present a problem experts say is politically more complex than it seems.
Why your beef, bananas and coffee beans have gotten so expensive
Americans are paying significantly more for these food staples, inflation data shows. Will prices ever relent?
Dodgers win record-tying 18 inning World Series thriller on walk-off home run
The Dodgers have jumped to a 2-1 lead in the 2025 World Series after a thrilling back-and-forth, extra-inning contest in Game 3 ended in a 6-5 win for Los Angeles after 18 innings.