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What inspired the outfits in Margaret Atwood's "The Handmaid's Tale"
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Anderson Cooper on the assassination of his Haitian math teacher Yves Volel
Correspondent Anderson Cooper spoke to 60 Minutes Overtime about his former math teacher, Yves Volel, who ran for president in Haiti in 1987 and was later assassinated.
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The anatomy of a Mardi Gras showdown
In the Mardi Gras Indian, or Black Masking Indian, tradition, the big chiefs and their crews — spy boys, flag boys, wild men and a big queen — square off in mock battles with other so-called tribes to determine who is, in their words, the "prettiest."
What inspired the outfits in Margaret Atwood's "The Handmaid's Tale"
In an interview with 60 Minutes correspondent Jon Wertheim, author Margaret Atwood joked about the signature red cloak and bonnet: "Well, if you have a cult, and if you have totalitarianism, you have to have outfits."
Veteran faces childhood trauma on psychedelic journey
Navy veteran Michael Giardina told Anderson Cooper he was able to "let go" of trauma from his childhood during a psychedelic experience.
A volunteer arrived in Haiti after the earthquake. Now, she runs a Haitian 911.
Stacy Librandi went to Haiti as a volunteer new to disaster relief in 2010. Sixteen years later, she runs the largest and foremost emergency medical ambulance and medevac service in Haiti.
Anderson Cooper on the assassination of his Haitian math teacher Yves Volel
Correspondent Anderson Cooper spoke to 60 Minutes Overtime about his former math teacher, Yves Volel, who ran for president in Haiti in 1987 and was later assassinated.
Author Michael Pollan on his "food rules" to live by
Food writer Michael Pollan, who has written about the health risks of highly processed foods for decades, shared his advice for eating healthier and avoiding ultraprocessed foods with 60 Minutes correspondent Bill Whitaker.
Aiden Fisher on Hoosiers' epic turnaround
Former Indiana University linebacker Aiden Fisher credits head coach Curt Cignetti for Indiana University's success, citing his savvy recruitment of players — often from outside of college football's top teams — to build a roster of hard-working underdogs.
The secret history of AFC Richmond
While giving 60 Minutes a tour of the "Ted Lasso" set in 2022, Jason Sudeikis explains the secret history of AFC Richmond.
A visit to Lourdes, the site of mystery and medical miracles
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes has an office dedicated to investigating claims of miraculous cures to determine if they can be explained by current medical knowledge.
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Sculpting Evolution | 60 Minutes Archive
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The nation's largest reservoir, Lake Mead, has fallen to a record low. In 2021, Bill Whitaker visited the Colorado River and reported on how millions of people depend on the water to drink, power their homes, and irrigate their farms.
From 2025: The ins and outs of egg freezing
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez began sharing on social media that she is going to try to preserve her fertility by freezing her eggs, a subject that Lesley Stahl reported on in 2025. Stahl found that the costly procedure brought happy endings to some women, but offered no guarantees.
Silicon Valley Scandal | 60 Minutes Archive
Last week eBay agreed to pay $55.7 million to a Massachusetts couple that was the victim of a bizarre harassment and cyberstalking campaign orchestrated by former employees of the company. In 2023, 60 Minutes spoke with the couple, Ina and David Steiner.
Martha Stewart | 60 Minutes Archive
60 Minutes interviewed media mogul Martha Stewart several times over the years. In 1995, Morley Safer asked about the difference between Martha Stewart the brand and Martha Stewart the person. Stewart replied, "Well, there's not really much of a difference. I am Martha Stewart and my business has become also Martha Stewart. That's the complicated thing for the people who work with me." Today, the American businesswoman turns 85.
Dr. Anthony Fauci in October 2020 on COVID-19
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Jurors on Wednesday convicted a man of federal terrorism charges for the 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie. In 2024, Rushdie spoke with Anderson Cooper about the attack.
Antinori family of Italy | 60 Minutes Archive
From 2008, Morley Safer reports on an Italian family who's been making wine for six centuries, spanning the legendary vineyards of Tuscany and Umbria to their property in California's Napa Valley.
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Walmart to let shoppers use Apple Pay and other tap-to-pay methods
Walmart will let shoppers use tap-to-pay methods, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, beginning later this month.
TikTok agrees to pay $400 million to settle child privacy lawsuit
The Justice Department sued TikTok in 2024, alleging that it violated a U.S. law prohibiting the collection of kids' data.
Controversial pro-Trump attorney Ed Martin leaving administration
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People are scrambling to find wads of cash dropped all over American cities
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AI companies accused of hoarding and destroying millions of books
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Walmart will let shoppers use tap-to-pay methods, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, beginning later this month.
TikTok agrees to pay $400 million to settle child privacy lawsuit
The Justice Department sued TikTok in 2024, alleging that it violated a U.S. law prohibiting the collection of kids' data.
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AI companies accused of hoarding and destroying millions of books
Consumer advocates are urging the FTC to examine whether AI developers are hurting competition and reducing public access to source material.
Nearly 25% of workers are "functionally unemployed," analysis finds
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Controversial pro-Trump attorney Ed Martin leaving administration
Ed Martin, the pro-Trump lawyer who has been at the center of several controversies, is departing the administration, the president announced.
Court says prosecutor who subpoenaed Letitia James was unlawfully appointed
A federal appeals court said the top federal prosecutor in the Northern District of New York was unlawfully serving when he subpoenaed state Attorney General Letitia James.
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Pentagon moves to fire publisher and editor of Stars and Stripes
The Pentagon has given separation notices to both the publisher and the editor-in-chief of Stars and Stripes, according to people familiar with the matter.
Supreme Court temporarily allows work on White House ballroom to continue
Chief Justice John Roberts issued a stay that will remain in place until the Supreme Court takes further action.
IndyCar is holding its first race in D.C. this weekend. Here's what to know.
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Cardiac event reveals Olympian's rare heart condition: "There was a God present"
Olympian Jenny Simpson said she won't be able to run again after being diagnosed with a rare heart condition earlier this year.
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Drug mix-up at hospital causes dire complications in 4 patients
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How Moderna's melanoma mRNA vaccine could fight deadliest skin cancer
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
Melanoma vaccine shows promising results
An experimental melanoma vaccine could reduce the risk of the cancer returning or spreading for some high-risk patients. It's personalized for each patient and optimized using artificial intelligence. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
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Swedish police say 1 dead, 2 injured after school sword attack
An 18-year-old with a sword attacked a school Friday in central Sweden, killing one person and seriously injuring at least two others.
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Controversial Netflix dating show sparks backlash in Japan
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Iran set to impose longer prison terms for any contact with foreign media
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The #1 New York Times bestselling author of "Braiding Sweetgrass" writes about embracing gratitude and reciprocity in our dealings with nature, and the importance of recognizing and sharing the many gifts the world gives us.
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Walmart to let shoppers use Apple Pay and other tap-to-pay methods
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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