At least 9 people shot dead while playing pool in Ecuador tourist city
Local media reports said the attackers were armed with automatic rifles, and bullet holes were visible on the pool tables.
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"Honor killing" of newlywed couple leads to 11 arrests, Pakistani police say
Police in Pakistan arrested 11 suspects after a video went viral showing a young couple murdered for marrying without their families' approval — a so-called honor killing.
Ferry fire kills at least 3 in Indonesia, including a pregnant woman
Rescuers in Indonesia saved more than 560 people from a packed ferry that caught on fire at sea, but there were casualties.
At least 85 Palestinians killed while trying to reach aid in Gaza, officials say
At least 85 Palestinians were killed while seeking aid in one of the deadliest days for aid-seekers since the war began, Gaza's Health Ministry said.
Transcript: Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 20, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 20, 2025.
Transcript: Rep. Jim Himes on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 20, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Rep. Jim Himes, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 20, 2025.
Transcript: Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 20, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 20, 2025.
Pope Leo XIV "once again" calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza
Israel last week attacked the only Catholic church in the Gaza Strip, killing three people and wounding 10 others, according to the parish priest.
Tsunami threat ends after large quakes strike off Russia's Pacific coast
Five powerful quakes, including one with a magnitude of 7.4, struck in the sea off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula.
Book excerpt: "The Beast in the Clouds" by Nathalia Holt
In the latest book by the bestselling author of "Rise of the Rocket Girls," two sons of Theodore Roosevelt set out for China on a quest to find a mythical creature: the giant panda.
Huckabee visits Christian church in West Bank that was target of arson attack
In early July, the occupied West Bank village of Taybeh was hit by an arson attack in the area of the ruins of the Byzantine-era Church of Saint George, which dates back to the fifth century.
Tourist boat capsizes in Vietnam during thunderstorm, leaving at least 34 dead
The Wonder Sea boat capsized during a sudden thunderstorm in Vietnam on Saturday, killing at least 34 people.
Tropical storm Wipha threatens China after slamming Taiwan, Philippines
Tropical storm Wipha has prompted ferry and flight cancellations in Taiwan.
Palestinians killed trying to reach food distribution sites, Gaza authorities say
Israeli troops opened fire on Palestinians near food distribution hubs in southern Gaza, witnesses and Gaza hospital officials say.
Israel, Syrian leaders agree to ceasefire, U.S. envoy says
The leaders of Israel and Syria have agreed to a ceasefire days after major Israeli strikes, a U.S. envoy said Friday, as he urged all sides in war-torn Syria to lay down arms.
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Senate voting again as government shutdown continues into second week
The government shutdown stretched into its sixth day on Monday with no signs of an imminent resolution. Follow live updates here.
Illinois, Chicago sue to block Trump deployment of National Guard
The state of Illinois and city of Chicago are suing the Trump administration over their plans to deploy the National Guard.
Israel and Hamas begin indirect Gaza ceasefire talks in Egypt
President Trump wants Israeli and Hamas negotiators to "move fast" in new talks aimed at securing a ceasefire in the Gaza war, spurred by his 20-point plan.
Ex-NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez charged with felony over violent altercation
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following a violent altercation over the weekend.
Air traffic controllers told to keep working during government shutdown
National Air Traffic Controllers Association tells its members that failing to report to work could cost them their job.
Report warns extremists increasingly using AI to intensify antisemitic propaganda
Secure Communities Network, a nonprofit group dedicated to safeguarding the Jewish community in North America, published the report on AI and antisemitism.
Costco now sells Ozempic and Wegovy at its pharmacies
A one-month supply of Ozempic and Wegovy will now cost $499 out of pocket for Costco shoppers.
Supreme Court won't take up Ghislaine Maxwell's appeal of conviction
The Supreme Court on Monday said it will not take up a bid by Ghislaine Maxwell to overturn her 2021 conviction for sex trafficking.
Bari Weiss named editor-in-chief of CBS News as Paramount acquires The Free Press
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, has announced the acquisition of The Free Press. Its co-founder and CEO, Bari Weiss, will join CBS News as editor-in-chief.