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Increased fighting in Aleppo causes thousands to flee Syria
on April 13, 2021 at 4:52 pm
Backed by Russian airstrikes, the Syrian regime has launched a new offensive around the city of Aleppo -- the main rebel stronghold. Tens of thousands of refugees have fled the area seeking safety. […]
Experts call for restrictions amid India's COVID-19 surge
on April 13, 2021 at 4:44 pm
Crowded election rallies, a massive religious festival and careless attitudes push India on to a surging second wave. Critics blame the government.
Twitter says it has canceled 125,000 ISIS accounts
on April 13, 2021 at 4:40 pm
Twitter has canceled some 125,000 accounts affiliated with the terrorist group ISIS. CBS News foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan has details for CBSN.
"Sofagate" incident sparks petition for resignition
on April 13, 2021 at 4:38 pm
A group of women leaders said the chair snub was a "trap" set by Turkish President Erdoğan – and European Council President Charles Michel fell into it.
Wife crashes her own funeral, shocks husband who tried to kill her
on April 13, 2021 at 4:36 pm
An Australian woman surprises her husband at her own funeral after he hired hitmen to kill her in Africa. 48 Hours Crimesider Reporter Graham Kates joins CBSN to discuss the case.
Elton John surprises London commuters with performance
on April 13, 2021 at 4:35 pm
Elton John surprises London commuters with performance.
2/4: Florida on edge as Zika virus spreads; NFL cashing in on female fan base
on April 13, 2021 at 4:00 pm
Five Florida counties have declared health emergencies due to the mosquito-borne Zika virus; Though it's traditionally considered a man's sport, the NFL has been working to include more women on and […]
Japan to dump radioactive water from Fukushima plant into ocean
on April 13, 2021 at 3:54 pm
The plan to release hundreds of thousands of tons of wastewater from the crippled nuclear plant into the Pacific has angered some of Japan's residents, and neighbors.
Women urged to avoid drinking if trying to become pregnant
on April 13, 2021 at 3:33 pm
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that women looking to get pregnant should not drink alcohol. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Holly Phillips joins CBSN with more.
Afghan female negotiators push for more representation
on April 13, 2021 at 3:18 pm
The four female members of the Afghan negotiating team in Doha emphasize that a successful peace settlement for Afghanistan require women at the table and in government.