Passengers on a flight from Amsterdam to Detroit had to spend a night in military barracks after their plane was diverted to a remote Canadian military base. Passengers were stuck on board the diverted plane for hours without food. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
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Israel advances further into southern Gaza
Israeli forces are continuing their push into the Gaza Strip as the Palestinian Health Ministry said more than 18,000 have been killed since Oct. 7. There is growing international anger at both Israel and the U.S. for the countries’ refusals to seek a permanent cease-fire. Charlie D’Agata reports. Source
Thousands in Tennessee displaced after deadly tornado
A tornado that swept through Tennessee killed six people over the weekend. Thousands more are now displaced as residents contend with the cleanup in the aftermath. Manuel Bojorquez reports. Source
Harvard, MIT presidents face calls to resign
The presidents of Harvard and MIT are facing calls to resign over backlash to their congressional testimony about antisemitism on campus. But hundreds of faculty, staff and alumni have signed a letter urging Harvard’s board not to fire Harvard president Claudine Gay. Nikole Killion has the latest. Source
Special counsel asks Supreme Court to take up Trump immunity case
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear special counsel Jack Smith’s petition and decide whether former President Trump is immune from federal prosecution for crimes allegedly committed while in office. Robert Costa reports. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Monday, December 11, 2023
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
New COP28 draft agreement omits phaseout of fossil fuels
The latest draft of the agreement from the COP28 climate summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, does not mention the phasing out of fossil fuels, which was expected by climate activists. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy looks at the impact of the decision. Source
Faculty express support for Harvard president after House testimony
Claudine Gay, Harvard’s first Black president, drew support from faculty members and alumni after her controversial House testimony on antisemitism last week. Source
How schools are tackling chronic absenteeism in the wake of COVID
Last year, nearly 13.6 million students nationwide were chronically absent, nearly twice as many as the year before. Source
Hasbro to cut 1,100 employees, or 20% of its workforce
The Monopoly maker said tepid demand for its toys and games has continued into the crucial holiday shopping period. Source