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IND vs AFG squad: Pant loses Test vice-captaincy, Kishan returns in ODIs - key points
NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced squads for the one-off Test and the three-match ODI series vs Afghanistan, both set to be played in the month of June in India.
Trump leaves option to attack Iran on the table, but talks diplomacy
Live Live Updates: Trump says major attack on Iran still possible "at a moment's notice" if peace deal not reached By Frank Andrews Frank Andrews Journalist Frank Andrews is a CBS News journalist based in London. Read Full Bio Frank Andrews May 19, 2026 / 7:23 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google What to know about the Iran war today:President Trump said he had called off plans to launch new attacks on Iran Tuesday at the request of Persian Gulf allies, citing "serious negotiations" toward a...
Delta Force and SEAL Team 6 operators reveal insane dangers of hostage rescue missions
Hostage rescue missions are an entirely different beast than anything else on the battlefield.The United States of America has two Tier One hostage rescue units tasked with conducting these missions:SEAL Team 6 and Delta Force.Both units are responsible for conducting the riskiest no-fail missions the military needs done, and both are full of elite operators.SEAL TEAM 6 MEMBER REVEALS EPIC DETAILS OF OSAMA BIN LADEN RAIDFormer SEAL Team 6 operator Chris Fettes joined Brent Tucker – a former Unit...
'Not reasonable': Delhi court rejects Umar Khalid's bail plea to care for ailing mother
NEW DELHI: A Delhi court on Tuesday rejected student-activist Umar Khalid's bail plea to care for ailing mother. The court rejected the plea on the grounds that the reasons cited by him for temporary release were not "reasonable", ANI reported.
Murdaugh defense fights over death penalty, venue change and evidence – what could change in second trial
The South Carolina Supreme Court just wiped the slate clean for Alex Murdaugh, but the second round of his double-murder trial is already poised to be a different beast.Just days after his convictions were unanimously overturned in the murders of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, prosecutors and defense attorneys are previewing major disputes over the death penalty, jury selection, financial-crimes evidence and floating an alternative suspect theory.Here’s what could change the second time around...
Bumrah, Jadeja rested for AFG series as Prince Yadav earns maiden call-up
India have announced squads for the Afghanistan one-off Test and ODI series, with Ravindra Jadeja rested from the series. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli feature in the ODI squad, though Rohit and Hardik Pandya’s participation remains subject to fitness clearance. Shubman Gill will lead India in both formats, while Gurnoor Brar, Harsh Dubey and Prince Yadav are among the notable inclusions.
India’s PNG push hits roadblocks: What’s slowing the pipeline expansion
India's ambitious piped natural gas expansion is significantly behind schedule, with city gas distribution companies connecting only a fraction of the government's daily target. Acute shortages of certified gas plumbers and weak consumer uptake, particularly in rental housing, are major impediments to achieving the 2030 goal.
Google I/O 2026: Android 17 updates, Android XR, Gemini Intelligence & more to expect
Google I/O 2026 kicks off tonight, promising major AI advancements. Expect Gemini Intelligence for Android phones, a next-gen Gemini model with enhanced reasoning, and updates to creative tools like Veo and Lyria. Google may also unveil its Gemini-powered smart glasses and the new 'Aluminium OS' for its 'Googlebook' laptop category.
Putin to visit India for Brics summit in September
Russian President Vladimir Putin will attend the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13. Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov confirmed his participation in the national capital. This visit marks a significant diplomatic event for India amidst global geopolitical shifts and growing BRICS collaboration. Details on his schedule are anticipated.
French AI startup Mistral CEO gives Europe two years to 'fight' American companies
Europe faces a critical two-year deadline to build its own AI infrastructure. Mistral AI's Arthur Mensch warns of US technology dependence if Europe fails to act. Control over chips, energy, and computing power is key to AI competition. Failure could leave Europe reliant on American digital services. Mistral is working to expand Europe's AI capacity.
Man killed by mother bear with her cub in rare attack in Bulgaria
World Man killed by mother bear with her cub in rare attack in Bulgaria Updated on: May 19, 2026 / 6:28 AM EDT / CBS/AFP Add CBS News on Google A bear mauled to death a man at Vitosha, a mountainous region just outside the Bulgarian capital of Sofia, authorities said Monday.The 35-year-old man's body was found in the area of Vitosha Nature Park on Saturday, and a forensic doctor and a big game expert determined he was killed by a bear, Bulgaria's interior ministry said in a statement."The findin...
Russia conducting 3 days of major nuclear drills
World Russia conducting 3 days of major nuclear drills May 19, 2026 / 6:04 AM EDT / AFP Add CBS News on Google Russia's army on Tuesday began three days of nuclear weapons drills involving thousands of troops across the country, as Kyiv escalates its drone attacks and with President Vladimir Putin headed to China. Throughout its more than four-year offensive in Ukraine, Moscow has flaunted its possession of nuclear weapons and repeatedly threatened to use them. The drills also come months after...
What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky and more
Politics What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky, Pennsylvania and more By Caitlin Yilek, Caitlin Yilek Politics Reporter Caitlin Yilek is a politics reporter at CBSNews.com, based in Washington, D.C. She previously worked for the Washington Examiner and The Hill, and was a member of the 2022 Paul Miller Washington Reporting Fellowship with the National Press Foundation. Read Full Bio Caitlin Yilek, Kaia Hubbard, Kaia Hubbard Politics Reporter Kaia Hubbard is a politics reporte...
Jackson Pollock painting sells for record $181m at auction
Jackson Pollock painting sells for record $181m at auction6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleReutersNumber 7A, 1948 has been owned by some of the most important art collectors of the past half century, according to Christie'sA Jackson Pollock artwork, described as one of history's "first truly abstract paintings", has sold at auction for $181m (£135m) in New York.Number 7A, 1948, which went under the hammer at the renowned Christie's auction house on Monday, smashed the previous rec...
Punjabi singer Yashinder Kaur found dead days after being kidnapped at gunpoint in Ludhiana
A Punjabi singer, Inder Kaur, was found dead in Neelon Canal five days after her alleged kidnapping at gunpoint. Her car, found nearby with blood stains, suggests she was murdered before being dumped. Police have arrested the father and friend of her former boyfriend, Sukhwinder Singh, who recently returned from Canada.
$25 billion and counting: Iran war burns a hole in corporate balance sheets
A US-Israeli war with Iran has triggered significant global economic fallout, with companies reporting at least $25 billion in losses due to soaring oil prices and disrupted trade routes. Businesses worldwide are implementing cost-cutting measures, including price hikes and reduced production, as the conflict impacts various sectors, particularly airlines.
Meta layoffs: Employees told to work from home as countdown begins for 4 am
Meta is laying off around 8,000 employees on Wednesday, May 20, with notification emails going out in three regional waves starting at 4 AM local time. A leaked memo from HR chief Janelle Gale tells North American staff to work from home as the cuts roll out. Meanwhile, 7,000 workers are being reassigned to four new AI-focused organisations as Mark Zuckerberg restructures Meta around flatter teams, fewer managers, and a $145 billion AI bet.
Jamie Dimon: JP Morgan may scrap its $4 billion London investment, if Starmer steps down
JP Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is reconsidering a multibillion-dollar London office project due to the UK's political climate, warning of potential withdrawal if a future government proves "hostile to the banks." Despite this, Dimon expressed support for Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves, advocating for closer UK-Europe ties post-Brexit. Political instability surrounding Starmer's leadership is also impacting UK bond markets.
Meet Mbah Sadiman: Man who sold his goats to transform barren hills into forest
For years, villagers in a drought-prone region of Central Java believed Mbah Sadiman was wasting his life. While the hills around Wonogiri remained dry and damaged by deforestation, the elderly farmer quietly spent decades planting banyan trees across barren slopes.
'Deeply concerned: WHO raises red flag over 'scale and speed' of Ebola outbreak
A severe Ebola outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, has claimed 130 lives with over 500 suspected cases. The World Health Organization warns of high risk to neighboring nations, stressing human-to-human transmission via bodily fluids and contact with infected animals. Emergency response systems are being activated to combat the escalating crisis.