Politics

More Than 100 Labour MPs Sign Statement Against Starmer Leadership Challenge

Supporters of PM Say It Shows He Has Majority Backing After More Than 80 MPs Call on Him to Quit

Spencer Pratt and the Temptations of Populism

The long-shot candidate for L.A. mayor has run an effective campaign. Can he tap into populist energy without alienating Angelenos?

Watch Live: Lawmakers press Hegseth, Caine for details on Iran war funding

Updated on: May 12, 2026 / 10:48 AM EDT / CBS News

Video shows man shooting at random near three college campuses in Massachusetts

A suspect is in custody after appearing to be shooting at random near three college campuses in Massachusetts. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.

Huckabee says Israel sent Iron Dome systems to UAE

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee announced Tuesday that Israel had sent Iron Dome batteries to the United Arab Emirates as a means of protection, as ties between the countries grow closer.

Hegseth disputes idea munitions stockpiles are depleted during budget hearing

War Secretary Pete Hegseth expressed frustration with comments and reports that the department’s stockpiles of critical munitions are dangerously low due to the Iran war.

A Democratic Fantasy World

A new poll suggests that a sizable number of Democrats — more than 40% in some cases — believe the attempts on President Donald Trump’s life were fake.

Gunman opens fire on busy Cambridge street

Two people are in critical condition after a gunman in Cambridge, Massachusetts, began randomly firing at cars on a busy street, officials say. Lilia Luciano has the latest.

Ukraine and U.S. Move Toward Landmark Drone Defense Deal as Iran War Highlights Capabilities and Necessities

Updated on: May 12, 2026 / 10:05 AM EDT / CBS News

What Did Jamaica Do to Deserve This?

Kari Lake, Trump’s pick for ambassador, has a disastrous record.

The Secret of 'Survivor'

For 50 seasons, the show has gamified the tension at the core of American life: Are we individuals or a community?

Starmer resists resignation calls after Labour Party loses local elections

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer rebuffed resignation calls from lawmakers in Parliament on Tuesday after the Labour Party suffered major election losses at the local level last week.