Новости за 26.10.2023

Threats against Jewish, Muslim and Arab communities in the U.S. are on the rise since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Antisemitic incidents saw a staggering 388% increase, according to numbers released Wednesday by the Anti-Defamation League, while the Council on American Islamic Relations reported nearly 800 anti-Muslim incidents since Oct. 7, the highest in nearly eight years. Jeff Pegues has more.

Otis, which quickly strengthened to a Category 5 hurricane, made landfall off the southern Pacific coast of Mexico early Wednesday, near the resort city of Acapulco. It brought extensive flooding, triggering landslides, and caused major damage to the region.

Up to 600 Americans are believed to be stranded in the Gaza Strip, as negotiations to allow foreign citizens to exit using the Rafah crossing between southern Gaza and Egypt have so far failed. Adriana Diaz spoke to a Chicago man whose family is among those stuck in Gaza.

Israel's siege on the Gaza Strip has created a humanitarian crisis. About a third of the hospitals in Gaza have stopped functioning because of a lack of fuel to their generators or damage, according to the United Nations. Holly Williams has more.

Former President Donald Trump briefly took the stand to testify in his civil fraud trial Wednesday after he made a comment earlier in the day about the judge's clerk. Trump was then fined another $10,000 for violating a gag order. Robert Costa has more.

Republican Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana was elected House speaker Wednesday, ending a standstill that began when Rep. Kevin McCarthy was ousted nearly three weeks ago. The 51-year-old Johnson, who won with unanimous GOP support on the first ballot, is a former conservative radio talk show host, and will be the least experienced speaker in decades. Nikole Killion has the latest.

Archaeologists unearthed the ruins of a 5,000-year-old tomb with 14 articulated skeletons inside, Scotland's national museums organization announced Tuesday.

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."

The Food and Drug Administration said they are looking into the death of a student with a heart condition whose parents allege died after consuming a caffeinated drink at Panera Bread.

Democrats have already pushed forward with attack ads on House Speaker Mike Johnson's views on abortion.

Several House Republicans from New York are planning to push ahead with a formal resolution to expel Rep. George Santos, soon after new charges against him were announced this month.

Researchers say the fast pace of work at the retailer's fulfillment centers takes a toll on employees' physical and mental health.

Rep. Mike Johnson's House speaker victory comes as voters in early primary states are considering candidates for the 2024 presidential election. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos joins "America Decides" to discuss how Iowa voters feel about the speakership battle.

Michael Cohen testified for a second day in former President Donald Trump's civil fraud trial in New York.

In a joint news conference with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, President Biden said the future of the Middle East should include a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and Middle East Institute president Paul Salem join "America Decides" to examine Mr. Biden's comments.

McDonald's is replacing its McFlurry spoon with a smaller, more sustainable design.

The House on Wednesday elected Republican Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana as speaker after three weeks of dysfunction. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Robert Costa unpack what happens next.

Humanitarian agencies are warning that the lack of fuel in the Gaza Strip is causing its health system to break down amid the Israeli siege.

As unionized Starbucks workers push for a contract, labor watchdog says the coffee chain has repeatedly broken the law.

Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman of New York has admitted to activating the fire alarm that led to the office building's evacuation in September.