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In an interview with "CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose, President Barack Obama defended the NSA surveillance programs and his recent decision to provide military support to the Syrian opposition in that country's civil war.

Convicted Marines Speak Out Against Sexual Assault

KABUL (Afghanistan/-) (AFP) - (AFP) - Afghan forces take control of security across the country, marking a major milestone as US-led combat troops prepare to withdraw after 12 years of fighting the Taliban. Duration: 01:27

House Committee Takes Up Tough Immigration Bill

US, Cuba to resume talks on mail service

Video shows an airport baggage handler in China carelessly tossing boxes onto a conveyor belt. Norah O'Donnell reports.

A driverless boat was left running after the two passengers were tossed in a giant wave off the coast of Saint Petersburg, Fla. Norah O'Donnell reports.

Officials in Colorado have ruled out a natural origin for the Black Forest fire, near Colorado Springs. CBS News' Barry Petersen reports that finding the cause may harder than putting out the fire.