Inside the transformation of Hollywood
Hollywood is known for its iconic sign, Walk of Fame and studio lots bringing movies to life – but in 2026 the future of the entertainment industry is changing. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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Inside the transformation of Hollywood
Hollywood is known for its iconic sign, Walk of Fame and studio lots bringing movies to life – but in 2026 the future of the entertainment industry is changing. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Protests after Columbia student detained
A Columbia University graduate student was arrested in her apartment by immigration agents and detained for several hours before being released. The university claims the agents lied to get into her building, which DHS officials dispute. Tom Hanson reports.
Eye Opener: Military shoots down CBP drone
Airspace in Texas was closed for a second time after the U.S. military shot down a Customs and Border Protection drone with a laser weapon. Plus, former President Bill Clinton is set to testify to a House panel about Jeffrey Epstein. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
"Sinners" composer on blues music journey
For Oscar-winning composer Ludwig Goransson, creating the score for "Sinners" was a challenge, explaining he had to find his "voice within the blues." He describes his unlikely personal connection to the music and how he met the film's director.
"Scream" creator on directing latest movie
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Pentagon, Anthropic in standoff amid deadline
The Pentagon and defense contractor Anthropic remain at an impasse over the company's AI technology ahead of a 5:01 p.m. deadline Friday set by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The CEO of Anthropic says the company will not allow access to its technology without safeguards to prevent abuse. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Morgan Freeman on AI replicating his voice
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Mortgage rates dip below 6%
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Mystery of woman found dead in Georgia swamp
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Convicted stowaway sneaks onto flight again
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Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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Americans were on speedboat shot at by Cuba
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Cuban refugees remember journey to U.S.
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Road to equality in the U.S.
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How the Constitution inspires future leaders
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Hillary Clinton testifies about Epstein
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The Uplift: Kermit the Frog
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This tip can save you tens of thousands of dollars on your mortgage
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Trump says he's "not happy" with progress in Iran negotiations
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DOJ charging 30 more people for roles in anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church
The criminal civil rights case has also ensnared journalist Don Lemon.
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Scouting America to alter policies to maintain military support, Hegseth says
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Bill Clinton at Epstein deposition: "I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong"
Former President Bill Clinton denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes in an opening statement before the House Oversight Committee in New York.
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Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
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As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
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Rare 2,000-year-old treasure unearthed by metal detectorists
The find was made on a farmer's land in western Wales, museum Amgueddfa Cymru said.
Trump says he's "not happy" with progress in Iran negotiations
President Trump said Friday that he is "not happy" with the pace of progress in negotiations with Iran.
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"Sinners" composer on blues music journey
For Oscar-winning composer Ludwig Goransson, creating the score for "Sinners" was a challenge, explaining he had to find his "voice within the blues." He describes his unlikely personal connection to the music and how he met the film's director.
"Scream" creator on directing latest movie
"Scream" writer and creator Kevin Williamson describes his passion for horror films and being asked to direct a "Scream" movie for the first time, at the request of one of the returning stars. Natalie Morales reports.
Bobby J. Brown, "The Wire" and "Law & Order: SUV" actor, dies at 62
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Morgan Freeman on AI replicating his voice
Legendary actor Morgan Freeman, who has starred in more than 100 movies in his six-decade career, joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about narrating the docuseries "The Dinosaurs" and how he's fighting the use of artificial intelligence to replicate his iconic voice.
Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Netflix announced it is dropping its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, which paves the way for Paramount Skydance, the parent company of CBS News, to acquire it instead. The merger would require approval from Warner Bros. shareholders and federal regulators.
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Pentagon's deadline nears for Anthropic
The Pentagon's Friday afternoon deadline for Anthropic on granting use of its AI technology for certain military matters is rapidly approaching. Axios tech reporter Maria Curi joins CBS News with more.
Official on Pentagon-Anthropic standoff
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Pentagon's clash with Anthropic over AI use
The Pentagon's ultimatum for Anthropic on the use of its AI technology could impact U.S. military readiness. Tara Copp, a national reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBS News with more.
Pentagon vs. Anthropic on use of AI
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NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
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How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
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Bill Clinton opening statement for deposition
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Epstein files questionings continue
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Inside the transformation of Hollywood
Hollywood is known for its iconic sign, Walk of Fame and studio lots bringing movies to life – but in 2026 the future of the entertainment industry is changing. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Pentagon's deadline nears for Anthropic
The Pentagon's Friday afternoon deadline for Anthropic on granting use of its AI technology for certain military matters is rapidly approaching. Axios tech reporter Maria Curi joins CBS News with more.
Trump on frustrations with Iran talks
President Trump took questions before departing the White House on Friday and discussed the U.S. talks with Iran on its nuclear program and the future of Cuba. CBS News' Zak Hudak reports.
Bill Clinton opening statement for deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is being deposed by members of the House Oversight Committee over his alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Official on Pentagon-Anthropic standoff
Emil Michael, the U.S. under secretary of defense for research and engineering, speaks with CBS News' Jennifer Jacobs about how the military can benefit from artificial intelligence and defends the Pentagon's stance in its dispute with Anthropic over the use of the AI model Claude. Michael says the military has "made some very good concessions" and hopes Anthropic will do "the right thing" and reach a deal.