French surgeon gets maximum prison sentence for abuse of hundreds of kids
Joel Le Scouarnec, 74, called an "atomic bomb of pedophilia" in court, has been sentenced to prison for abusing hundreds of patients, most of them children.
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Historic sex abuse settlement reached
Los Angeles County officials approved a historic $4 billion agreement to settle thousands of alleged sex abuse cases. Elise Preston has details.
Network leaders, "War" and "Trippy," charged over alleged child exploitation
Group leaders of 764, Leonidas Varagiannis, also known as "War," and Prasan Nepal, also known as "Trippy," could spend the rest of their lives in prison if found guilty.
Virginia Giuffre, Epstein accuser, dies at 41
Virginia Giuffre, who was the first of many accusers of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein to go public with her allegations against him, has died by suicide at the age of 41 in Western Australia. Ali Bauman has more.
German police say online child sex abuse platform busted in huge operation
Police in Europe say "one of the largest pedophile platforms in the world" is now offline after a joint operation dismantled the "KidFlix" network.
Gateway Church founding pastor indicted on child sex abuse-related charges
Robert Morris resigned from Gateway Church last year following allegations that he sexual relations with a 12-year-old girl approximately four decades ago.
Ex-doctor in France mass-rape case admits abusing granddaughter, too
A former doctor who's admitted sexually assaulting hundreds of children is facing likely new charges for abusing his own granddaughter.
25 arrested in global operation targeting AI child sexual abuse content
Law enforcement agencies from Australia to Canada helped detain dozens of suspects linked to a Denmark-based AI child sex abuse platform, Europol says.
British man sentenced in "catfishing" case behind U.S. girl's death
Alexander McCartney has been sentenced to prison in the "U.K.'s largest catfishing case" after being accused of preying on thousands of victims online.
Son of Trump plot suspect arrested on child porn image charges
Oran Routh was arrested after authorities searched his home "in connection with an investigation unrelated to child exploitation."
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."
Police raid Andrew Tate's home probing alleged sex crimes against minors
Romanian officials say influencer Andrew Tate's home was raided in a probe over alleged crimes including trafficking of minors and sexual intercourse with a minor.
Missing 11-year-old girl found dead in Texas
The body of Audrii Cunningham, an 11-year-old girl who went missing in Texas last week, was found in a river, officials said Tuesday. Omar Villafranca has details.
13 men arrested, charged with luring minors for sexual abuse in Canada
Canadian police arrested 13 men, including one U.S. national at a hotel in Niagara Falls and charged them all with child sex trafficking offenses.
Md. law lifts civil statute of limitations
A new law in Maryland that lifts the statute of limitations on civil lawsuits in child sexual abuse cases went into effect Sunday. In response, lawsuits representing more than 400 plaintiffs are being filed against the state over alleged child sex crimes that took place over decades in the state's juvenile justice system. CBS News' Adriana Diaz reports.
School district to pay $2.25 million to sex abuse victim of teacher
The settlement brings to $8.25 million the amount paid by Redlands Unified School District to Laura Whitehurst's victims since her 2013 arrest.
Australian childcare worker charged in "horrific" sex abuse case
Detectives call it one of Australia's "most horrific" child sex abuse cases, "beyond the realms of anyone's imagination."
Ex-ISIS bride loses appeal to have her U.K. citizenship restored
Begum was just 15 when she went to Syria to marry an ISIS fighter, but a judge found "insufficient" evidence she should be treated as a victim of exploitation rather than a threat.
Priest whose child porn slideshows found on church printer sentenced
James T. Beighlie, 72, had 6,000 pictures of child sexual abuse material on a computer, officials said.
Madeleine McCann suspect hit with five new rape, sexual abuse charges
German prosecutors still haven't charged Christian Brueckner in the British toddler's abduction, but the investigation is helping them solve other crimes.
Faith leader jailed for sex abuse addresses congregation from prison
Naasón Joaquín García's loyal followers believe he was sent by God to preach to them and are convinced he is innocent, despite his guilty plea.
Marcus Mumford's new music is about his experience of childhood sexual abuse
The Mumford & Sons lead singer opened up in an interview Wednesday about how his trauma has influenced his new work.
Southern Baptists agree to keep list of accused sex abusers
The vote fell short of what some survivors of abuse in Southern Baptist churches sought, such as a compensation fund for victims and a more robust and independent commission to monitor its churches' handling — and mishandling — of abuse.
U.N. told of "credible" claims of sexual violence against kids in Ukraine
Russia's war has now displaced a third of Ukraine's population, U.N. agencies say, leaving children at particular risk of "trafficking and sexual exploitation."
Army missed red flags about civilian leader who led child porn ring
Records show the U.S. Army and the state of Arizona missed or ignored red flags for over a decade that allowed David Frodsham to abuse his adopted son and other children.
Curfew in effect in downtown L.A. as Newsom blasts Trump in address
Dozens of arrests have been made since the curfew began. Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom called President Trump's deploying National Guard troops to L.A. "authoritarianism."
Trump says U.S. trade deal with China is done after talks in London
U.S. and Chinese trade teams appeared to make modest progress a month before paused monster tariffs are due to resume, but Trump says a deal "is done."
National Guard focused on immigration agenda, L.A. police chief says
L.A. Police Chief Jim McDonnell talked to "CBS Mornings" about the military presence in Los Angeles during the ICE protests.
Kosovo agrees to accept U.S. deportations of migrants from other countries
Kosovo, Europe's youngest country, has agreed to a Trump administration request to host 50 deportees from other countries.
Trump says he wants to "wean" states off FEMA aid after hurricane season
President Trump said Tuesday that his administration wants to "wean" states off assistance from FEMA after this year's hurricane season.
Some Zicam, Orajel products recalled over potential fungal contamination
Some Zicam and Orajel products are being recalled after fungi was found in the cotton swab components, federal health officials said.
TikTok's biggest star leaves U.S. after being detained by ICE agents
Khaby Lame rose to international fame during the pandemic without ever saying a word in his videos. He has over 162 million followers on TikTok.
Missing sailor Angelina Resendiz found dead; another sailor detained
U.S. Navy sailor Angelina Resendiz has been confirmed dead, two weeks after she disappeared from her barracks in Norfolk, Virginia, authorities said.
Aaron Rodgers reveals he's married but his wife remains a mystery
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
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National Guard focused on immigration agenda, L.A. police chief says
L.A. Police Chief Jim McDonnell talked to "CBS Mornings" about the military presence in Los Angeles during the ICE protests.
Inside the DOJ "rubber room," where veteran lawyers stream shows to pass time
Nearly a dozen of the government's most seasoned lawyers have been relegated to what they refer to as the Justice Dept. rubber room.
Trump says he wants to "wean" states off FEMA aid after hurricane season
President Trump said Tuesday that his administration wants to "wean" states off assistance from FEMA after this year's hurricane season.
Missing sailor Angelina Resendiz found dead; another sailor detained
U.S. Navy sailor Angelina Resendiz has been confirmed dead, two weeks after she disappeared from her barracks in Norfolk, Virginia, authorities said.
Kosovo agrees to accept U.S. deportations of migrants from other countries
Kosovo, Europe's youngest country, has agreed to a Trump administration request to host 50 deportees from other countries.
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Inflation rate edged higher by 2.4% in May, CPI report shows
The inflation rate is inching higher, with Wall Street expecting tariffs to increase prices throughout the remainder of 2025.
Trump says U.S. trade deal with China is done after talks in London
U.S. and Chinese trade teams appeared to make modest progress a month before paused monster tariffs are due to resume, but Trump says a deal "is done."
Here are the most and least expensive U.S. cities for raising a child
The average cost of raising a child in the U.S. is $26,000 per year, although in some cities expenses can run even higher, analysis finds.
Trump administration and China agree on "framework" to ease trade war disputes
The U.S. and China have agreed on a "framework" to resolve some disputes that threatened to derail fragile talks between the two countries.
Trump's tariffs can stay in place amid legal battle, appeals court rules
President Trump's wide-reaching tariffs — including his "Liberation Day" levies — can stay in place until at least the end of July, an appeals court indicated.
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Inside the DOJ "rubber room," where veteran lawyers stream shows to pass time
Nearly a dozen of the government's most seasoned lawyers have been relegated to what they refer to as the Justice Dept. rubber room.
Trump says he wants to "wean" states off FEMA aid after hurricane season
President Trump said Tuesday that his administration wants to "wean" states off assistance from FEMA after this year's hurricane season.
Kosovo agrees to accept U.S. deportations of migrants from other countries
Kosovo, Europe's youngest country, has agreed to a Trump administration request to host 50 deportees from other countries.
Speaker Mike Johnson to address Israeli parliament June 22
House Speaker Mike Johnson announced Wednesday he will travel to Israel later this month to address the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem.
Bill banning teaching antisemitism vetoed by Arizona's governor
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill banning the teaching of antisemitism at the state's public K-12 schools, universities and colleges, saying it was actually an attack on educators.
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Some Zicam, Orajel products recalled over potential fungal contamination
Some Zicam and Orajel products are being recalled after fungi was found in the cotton swab components, federal health officials said.
HHS budget proposal eliminates CDC centers in favor of new "MAHA" agency
The proposed budget for the Department of Health and Human Services slashes CDC and NIH funding in favor of the new Administration for a Healthy America.
RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vaccine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs makes dozens sick across 7 states
The August Egg Company recalled about 1.7 million brown organic and brown cage-free egg varieties distributed to grocery stores between February and May.
A woman's heart suddenly stopped. Two passing nurses saved her life.
Passing nurses Sabrina Castle and Gianna Formisano saved the life of Merryl Hoffman when she experienced a sudden cardiac arrest.
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This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
Police condemn "hate-fueled acts and mob rule" in Northern Ireland unrest
Northern Ireland police say violence in the town of Ballymena, reportedly fueled by racial tension, have left 32 officers injured.
Trump says U.S. trade deal with China is done after talks in London
U.S. and Chinese trade teams appeared to make modest progress a month before paused monster tariffs are due to resume, but Trump says a deal "is done."
Penguin population decline may be worse than "worst-case projections"
Emperor penguin populations in Antarctica may be declining faster than the most pessimistic predictions, according to a new analysis of satellite imagery.
U.S. allies sanction Israeli cabinet members "for inciting violence"
5 close U.S. allies sanction far-right Israeli officials Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich over "extremist rhetoric" calling for "Palestinians to be driven from their homes."
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Details on the new action-comedy, "Deep Cover"
"Deep Cover" is the newest action-comedy starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom and Nick Mohammed. Dallas Howard and Mohammad join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the film, which hits streaming services June 12.
"Weird Al" Yankovic on 2025 tour
Grammy winner "Weird Al" Yankovic is hitting the road for his upcoming tour "Bigger and Weirder." He talks about his songwriting process, touring again and more.
When could K-pop group BTS make its comeback?
The popular K-pop band BTS could soon be returning to the spotlight after going on a hiatus nearly three years ago to perform mandatory service in South Korea's military. Another four members recently completed their enlistments and now there's talk of new music.
Why students and stars are turning to typewriters
Vintage machines are gaining popularity, driven by a wave of support from celebrities like Taylor Swift and Tom Hanks.
Aaron Rodgers reveals he's married but his wife remains a mystery
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
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What to know about facial recognition
Facial recognition technology was used by authorities to locate one of the 12 escaped New Orleans inmates. Some groups are concerned that the crime-solving tactic breaches privacy. CBS News' Anna Schecter explains what to know.
At Tribeca Festival, VR and other tech fuels immersive storytelling
The Tribeca Festival in New York City features powerful examples of storytelling through the use of virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, interactive media and other technologies.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
OpenAI tools ChatGPT, Sora image generator are down
ChatGPT maker OpenAI suffered an outage that took its generative AI tools down on Tuesday.
Apple unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass user interface at its WWDC
There is a slight catch to keep in mind: These new iOS26 features will be reserved for iPhone 11 and later models.
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This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Japanese probe's second straight attempt at moon landing a failure
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace was aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
Looking at Iran's uranium enrichment
Iran's foreign minister says his country will not accept any nuclear deal with the U.S. that completely bans uranium enrichment. Anna Erickson, professor of nuclear and radiological engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Judge reject Combs' mistrial request
The judge in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial rejected the music mogul's second request for a mistrial. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi breaks down the case so far.
Suspected girlfriend of NOLA escapee arrested
Police are still searching for two of the ten New Orleans inmates who broke out of jail more than three weeks ago. The Louisiana Attorney General's Office said the suspected girlfriend of one of the inmates has been arrested for allegedly helping with the escape plan. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Georgia resentencing law could aid domestic abuse survivors in prison
The Survivor Justice Act would allow domestic violence survivors to ask for lower sentences if they can present evidence that abuse led them to commit their crime.
Grandfather of escaped New Orleans inmate pleads for grandson's surrender
Lee Taylor, the grandfather of Antoine Massey, told CBS News that he's concerned for his grandson's safety and is pleading for him to turn himself in.
Day 11 of manhunt for suspected killer father
The intensive manhunt continues for a Washington State man suspected of kidnapping and killing his three daughters. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
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Report: Pentagon, NASA push SpaceX competitors
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Implications of Trump-Musk feud on NASA
The emerging feud between President Trump and Elon Musk could have a ripple effect on America's space program. Jeff Foust, senior staff writer for Space News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the implications.
Japanese lander makes hard landing on moon
A Japanese lander crash-landed on the moon in its second straight failure to touch down on the lunar surface. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more on the mission, and President Trump and Elon Musk feud's potential impact on the U.S. space program.
Latest on Japanese lunar lander
Officials are waiting for a status update from a private Japanese space company on its second attempt to land a private lunar lander on the moon. The lander was set to touch down Thursday afternoon, but communication with it has been completely lost. Leroy Chow, a retired NASA astronaut, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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Students gain typewriter pen pal in Tom Hanks
A high school teacher in Pennsylvania is finding that students are benefiting from turning off their digital devices and focusing on the analog world of manual typewriters. CBS News correspondent Lee Cowan shows how they become typing pen-pals with actor Tom Hanks as a result.
Details on the new action-comedy, "Deep Cover"
"Deep Cover" is the newest action-comedy starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom and Nick Mohammed. Dallas Howard and Mohammad join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the film, which hits streaming services June 12.
"Weird Al" Yankovic on 2025 tour
Grammy winner "Weird Al" Yankovic is hitting the road for his upcoming tour "Bigger and Weirder." He talks about his songwriting process, touring again and more.
What to know about facial recognition
Facial recognition technology was used by authorities to locate one of the 12 escaped New Orleans inmates. Some groups are concerned that the crime-solving tactic breaches privacy. CBS News' Anna Schecter explains what to know.
Expert explains cataract symptoms, treatment
June is Cataract Awareness Month. The common eye disease impacts an estimated 20 million Americans. Dr. Christopher Starr joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the symptoms and treatment.