CBS Weekend News Full Broadcast | July 19, 2026

World Cup Final [01:35]

• Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the World Cup.
• The match took place in East Rutherford, New Jersey, with approximately 80,000 spectators and 1.5 billion watching on television.
• President Trump attended the game and expressed interest in the US hosting the tournament again.
• The Argentinian goalkeeper set a record for most saves in a men's final.
• Argentina played a man down in extra time after a red card.

US-Iran Conflict [03:31]

• The US military announced the death of another service member amid airstrikes against Iran.
• Remains were found at the site of an Iranian strike in Jordan that killed two American troops.
• Another US soldier was killed in Iraq while attempting to detonate a downed Iranian drone.
• The US and Iran have traded blows for eight consecutive days, with the conflict intensifying.
• Iran's Supreme Leader warned of more "unforgettable lessons" if fighting continues.
• President Trump is pushing to add Iran to sanctions plans for Russian sanctions.
• Iran announced it is no longer abiding by the memorandum of understanding.

Rising Gasoline Prices [05:36]

• Gasoline prices are rising nationwide, with a gallon of regular nearing $4.
• This is a 12-cent increase from the previous week and over a dollar since the war started.
• Instability in the oil market due to ongoing conflicts has led to surging energy prices.
• Ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has significantly dropped.
• Companies are factoring higher energy costs into their prices, leading to sustained inflation.
• Crude oil futures have surged 10% in the last week.

Andrew and Tristan Tate Arrested [07:23]

• British authorities are seeking the extradition of Andrew and Tristan Tate from Miami.
• The influencers were arrested by federal marshals.
• New charges include rape, sex trafficking, assault, and child pornography.
• The charges relate to seven victims spanning from 2010 to 2017.
• The Tate brothers were previously arrested in Romania in 2022 on similar charges.
• They deny all allegations, and their attorney states they are innocent.

Wildfire Smoke and Air Quality [09:34]

• Smoke from wildfires in Minnesota and Ontario is darkening skies in several US states.
• The Great Lakes region and the Northeast are experiencing the worst conditions, with air quality alerts in effect.
• Fires in Oregon and Washington State are also contributing to poor air quality.
• Dangerous air quality is expected in places like Chicago by Monday night into Tuesday.
• Heat alerts are also in effect for the midsection of the country.

"Super Scooper" Firefighting Aircraft [11:00]

• Los Angeles County renewed a $41 million contract for two aerial water bombers, known as "Super Scoopers."
• These aircraft are rare, with only about 160 in operation worldwide, built by De Havilland Aircraft of Canada.
• They can scoop over 1,600 gallons of water from bodies of water and drop it directly on wildfires.
• The Super Scoopers are crucial for battling fires in remote and extreme locations, as well as urban areas.
• They allow for quick response and fast turnaround times, increasing the amount of water dropped per hour.

New British Prime Minister [14:01]

• Britain is set to get a new prime minister, the seventh in a decade.
• Andy Burnham, the mayor of Manchester, is expected to become the new prime minister.
• He is a self-declared socialist who advocates for nationalizing essential services like transport and energy.
• Burnham has expressed support for NATO and backs Ukraine.
• He will have to decide whether the UK continues to allow US strikes from British bases.

"The Odyssey" Blockbuster and Extreme Sports [15:47]

• Christopher Nolan's film "The Odyssey" has become a box office hit, earning $124 million in its opening weekend.
• The film is an adaptation of one of the world's oldest works of literature.
• A marathon was held at the North Pole on an ice flow, with 23 runners from seven countries participating.
• A runner from Denmark won the women's title, and a competitor from China won the men's title.
• The Lumberjack World Championships were held in Hayward, Wisconsin, featuring various timber sports and new records.

World War I "Hello Girls" [17:50]

• The report highlights the "Hello Girls," American women who served as telephone operators for the US Army in France during World War I.
• 223 women answered the call to serve, connecting calls and ensuring communication lines were operational.
• Despite their service, they were not initially recognized as veterans upon returning to the US.
• A mission is underway to honor these women, including Renee Messelin, who is recognized as the first African-American woman to serve overseas.
• Memorial ceremonies and headstones are being provided to acknowledge their service.