Tensions between China and the Philippines, a key American ally, intensified this week. U.S. intelligence agencies are closely monitoring activity around the disputed Scarborough Shoal, according to U.S. officials. The officials say the Chinese government installed what Beijing has called a “scientific structure” in the middle of the reef, angering the Philippines. CBS News’ James … Read more
Washington — U.S. intelligence agencies are closely monitoring activity at a disputed shoal in the South China Sea amid growing concerns that China may be laying the groundwork for a more permanent presence at one of the region’s most volatile maritime flash points, a move that could further inflame tensions with the Philippines and test … Read more
Betting activity by disgraced former Rep. George Santos on the prediction market Kalshi has been flagged to federal authorities, according to a source familiar with the investigation. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Kalshi alerted the Justice Department and the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission … Read more
Key committee votes to exempt oil and gas activity in Gulf of Mexico from Endangered Species Act – CBS News Watch CBS News The Endangered Species Committee voted Tuesday to exempt oil and gas activity in the Gulf of Mexico from the Endangered Species Act protections. CBS News’ Shanelle Kaul has more. Source link
The FBI has labeled the March 12 attack on a Michigan synagogue as an act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group. CBS News’ Anna Schecter has the details. Source link
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told the House Oversight Committee on Thursday that she had “no idea” about Jeffrey Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell’s criminal activities. Clinton is sitting for a deposition with members of the committee focused on Epstein. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more. Source link