Last hurdle to same-sex marriages falls in Australia
Gay and lesbian couples took to the alter at the stroke of midnight, with marriage equality a reality after long fight
Same-Sex Marriage
Lawmaker uses same-sex marriage speech to pop the question
Australian parliamentarian, speaking ahead of vote expected to legalize seam-sex marriage, turns to partner in public gallery
Texas Supreme Court questions right of benefits for gay spouses
Court overturns lower court's decision that favored same-sex marriage benefits, ordering the issue back to trial
German lawmakers vote to legalize same-sex marriage
Chancellor Angela Merkel voted against measure, but softened her stance recently, allowing her party members to vote their "conscience"
Same-sex marriage gains 1st recognition in Asia
Taiwan's top court rules law banning same-sex marriage unconstitutional, making Chinese island unique in all of Asia
Court makes ruling on gay couple's suit against Ky. clerk
Kim Davis refused to issue a marriage license to David Ermold and David Moore in 2015 because she said it violated her religious beliefs
Court takes action against anti-same-sex-marriage judge
Ruth Neely says her religious beliefs prevent her from presiding over same-sex marriages
Texas Supreme Court hears case challenging benefits for same-sex couples
Top Republicans hope the Houston case will provide an opening to chip away at the historic 2015 ruling legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide
Court rules against florist who rejected gay couple
Barronelle Stutzman had been fined for denying service to gay couple because she opposes same-sex marriage
As Trump era dawns, Texas Supreme Court reconsiders work benefits for same-sex couples
Top conservatives hope the Houston case will let the state limit the impact of 2015's federal legalization of gay marriage
Cherokee Nation attorney general legalizes gay marriage for tribe
Cherokee Nation’s attorney general says tribal statutes that prohibited gay marriage violated the Cherokee Constitution
Biden officiates same-sex wedding
The vice president officiated his first wedding -- between two longtime White House staffers on Monday
How many same-sex couples got married since high court ruling?
Same-sex marriages in U.S. became legal in all states with Supreme Court ruling in 2015
Mexican president proposes legalizing gay marriage
Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto's Twitter profile was turned rainbow-colored Tuesday as he made the announcement
Alabama high court falls in line with U.S. Supreme Court on gay marriage
An attorney for the Alabama Policy Institute, which sought to prevent more gay marriages in Alabama, wrote that the order "appears to give us no option"
Alabama chief justice doubles down on same-sex marriage
Despite U.S. Supreme Court ruling, Roy Moore insists state probate judges shouldn't issue marriage licenses to gay couples
Kentucky Gov. removes clerk's names from marriage licenses
New marriage licenses aim to protect the religious beliefs of clerk Kim Davis and other local elected officials, Gov. Matt Bevin says
Tenn. county may seek "God's mercy" for complying with same-sex marriage laws
Proposed resolution says, "We adopt this resolution before God that He pass us by in His Coming Wrath and not destroy our County"
Ore. bakers refuse to pay damages in gay wedding cake case
In spite of crowdfunding efforts which raised more than half-million dollars, Portland bakery owners refuse to make court-ordered $135K payment
Kim Davis speaks out on meeting Pope Francis
Defiant Kentucky county clerk says she met briefly with pope during his historic visit to U.S.
Obama: Religious freedom no excuse to deny rights to others
In remarks to LGBT community, President Obama seemingly refers to Kentucky clerk who refused to issue same-sex marriage licenses citing her religious beliefs
Florida same-sex couples marry after ban lifted
A federal judge's ruling throwing out a statewide ban went into effect at midnight Tuesday
Is Kentucky clerk Kim Davis back in hot water?
Attorney for deputy clerk in Kim Davis' office says Davis disobeyed federal judge's order when she altered marriage license forms for same-sex couples
Clerk Kim Davis loses another appeal in gay marriage case
The Kentucky clerk had again tried to delay a judge's order that she issue marriage licenses to all couples
Ky. clerk: I am being forced to disobey God
Returning to work, Kim Davis says marriage licenses issued by her office will be "unauthorized"
U.S.
Lawsuit against Amazon over suicides linked to chemical can go to trial
Four families whose loved ones died after consuming sodium nitrite allege that Amazon sold the product despite being aware it could be used for suicide.
Alysa Liu wins gold for U.S. in women's figure skating at Winter Olympics
Three figure skaters from Team USA competed in the women's individual free skate event at the Milan Cortina Winter Games.
Team USA wins gold over Canada in women's hockey overtime thriller at Winter Games
This was the seventh gold medal match — and fifth in a row — between the two hockey powerhouses.
How a U.S. strike on Iran could affect American drivers and borrowers
Oil prices could surge depending on the level of disruption from U.S. military strikes on Iran, Wall Street analysts say.
Patel takes FBI jet to Italy, plans to watch Olympic hockey medal rounds, sources say
Patel took an FBI jet to Italy and plans to watch the Men's USA Olympic hockey team compete in the medal rounds, multiple sources said.
Virginia's Spanberger to deliver Democratic response to State of the Union
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address next week.
Texas woman who made series of violent threats fails to report to prison
Abigail Shry was due to begin serving a 27-month federal prison sentence this week for threatening a federal judge, but she failed to appear.
Olympians going for gold juggle day jobs to bring in some green
Olympians often hold down jobs to pay the bills, highlighting the financial challenges facing many athletes competing on the Olympic stage.
Trump says U.S. will contribute $10 billion to Board of Peace
President Trump made the announcement during the first meeting of his Board of Peace, although the funding source is unclear.
Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
Questions over why ski group stayed on trip after avalanche watch issued
An avalanche watch was issued by the Sierra Avalanche Center on Sunday, two days before skiers were killed in an avalanche near Lake Tahoe, California.
NASA refuels Artemis II moon rocket in critical pre-launch test
NASA wants to make sure repairs have eliminated the hydrogen leaks detected during an initial fueling test of the Artemis II moon rocket earlier this month.
Arts commission approves Trump's White House ballroom, clearing key hurdle
A commission that advises the federal government on architecture and the arts voted to approve President Trump's overhaul of the White House East Wing.
FBI in touch with Mexico about Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sources say
The FBI has been in touch with the Mexican government and Mexican law enforcement regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, law enforcement sources told CBS News.
Coast Guard recovers cocaine after boat crew tosses drugs into sea while fleeing
A Coast Guard crew recovered over two dozen bales of cocaine from waters off Puerto Rico.
Nissan recalls nearly 643,000 vehicles over engine and gear risks
Separate gear and engine problems with some Nissan Rogue compact SUVs can cause them to lose power, safety regulators warn.
Hawaii residents may get OK to kill wild chickens
Feral chickens, hens and roosters have been nuisances in Hawaii for years, but ways to deal with them, including proposals to let people kill them, are proving controversial.
Virginia Giuffre's family responds to news of former Prince Andrew's arrest
The family of Virginia Giuffre, who accused former Prince Andrew of assaulting her when she was a teenager, thanked police on Thursday after he was arrested.
Men wrongfully accused of yogurt shop murders declared innocent
One of the four men who was initially convicted was sent to death row in the killing of four teenagers in a crime that haunted Austin for decades.
Democrats in Congress press National Park Service on Trump ballroom donors
Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Robert Garcia's previous attempts to extract information about the White House ballroom's finances have so far yielded few answers.
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The price of public life: Judges doxed, swatted, threatened with death
A CBS News analysis found 126 cases that were brought by federal prosecutors last year arising out of threats to public officials.
Mass departures from DOJ are boon for law firms, legal groups
More than 5,000 employees have resigned, retired or been fired from the Justice Department in the first year of Mr. Trump's second administration.
Newark Airport reopens after aircraft emergency caused ground stop, FAA says
Newark Liberty International Airport reopened Wednesday evening after an aircraft emergency caused a ground stop.
NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
Accomplice not ruled out in Nancy Guthrie disappearance, Arizona sheriff says
Authorities haven't named a suspect or person of interest in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as the search continued for a third week.
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Lawsuit against Amazon over suicides linked to chemical can go to trial
Four families whose loved ones died after consuming sodium nitrite allege that Amazon sold the product despite being aware it could be used for suicide.
Alysa Liu wins gold for U.S. in women's figure skating at Winter Olympics
Three figure skaters from Team USA competed in the women's individual free skate event at the Milan Cortina Winter Games.
Team USA wins gold over Canada in women's hockey overtime thriller at Winter Games
This was the seventh gold medal match — and fifth in a row — between the two hockey powerhouses.
How a U.S. strike on Iran could affect American drivers and borrowers
Oil prices could surge depending on the level of disruption from U.S. military strikes on Iran, Wall Street analysts say.
Patel takes FBI jet to Italy, plans to watch Olympic hockey medal rounds, sources say
Patel took an FBI jet to Italy and plans to watch the Men's USA Olympic hockey team compete in the medal rounds, multiple sources said.
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Lawsuit against Amazon over suicides linked to chemical can go to trial
Four families whose loved ones died after consuming sodium nitrite allege that Amazon sold the product despite being aware it could be used for suicide.
How a U.S. strike on Iran could affect American drivers and borrowers
Oil prices could surge depending on the level of disruption from U.S. military strikes on Iran, Wall Street analysts say.
Olympians going for gold juggle day jobs to bring in some green
Olympians often hold down jobs to pay the bills, highlighting the financial challenges facing many athletes competing on the Olympic stage.
Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
Nissan recalls nearly 643,000 vehicles over engine and gear risks
Separate gear and engine problems with some Nissan Rogue compact SUVs can cause them to lose power, safety regulators warn.
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Patel takes FBI jet to Italy, plans to watch Olympic hockey medal rounds, sources say
Patel took an FBI jet to Italy and plans to watch the Men's USA Olympic hockey team compete in the medal rounds, multiple sources said.
Virginia's Spanberger to deliver Democratic response to State of the Union
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address next week.
Texas woman who made series of violent threats fails to report to prison
Abigail Shry was due to begin serving a 27-month federal prison sentence this week for threatening a federal judge, but she failed to appear.
Trump says U.S. will contribute $10 billion to Board of Peace
President Trump made the announcement during the first meeting of his Board of Peace, although the funding source is unclear.
Here's what's in the Epstein files about former Prince Andrew
Former Prince Andrew's arrest followed the release of a massive trove of Epstein files by the U.S. Justice Department that included a series of potentially incriminating documents related to his activities as trade envoy.
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Federal tax dollars subsidize health care plans in ways you may not realize
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the U.S. comes with some federal help.
NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
Moderna says FDA to review its flu vaccine after reversing course
With the reversal from the FDA, Moderna said it is aiming to make the vaccine available for the 2026-27 flu season.
FDA investigating Salmonella outbreak connected to moringa powder
Rosabella-brand moringa capsules could be linked to Salmonella cases in seven U.S. states, health officials said.
Measles cases at university in Florida soar to nearly 60
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
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Alysa Liu wins gold for U.S. in women's figure skating at Winter Olympics
Three figure skaters from Team USA competed in the women's individual free skate event at the Milan Cortina Winter Games.
Team USA wins gold over Canada in women's hockey overtime thriller at Winter Games
This was the seventh gold medal match — and fifth in a row — between the two hockey powerhouses.
U.S. speedskating star Jordan Stolz wins 3rd medal at Winter Olympics
Team USA speedskater Jordan Stolz came just short of his third Olympic gold on Thursday, taking silver in the men's 1,500-meter race.
Here's what's in the Epstein files about former Prince Andrew
Former Prince Andrew's arrest followed the release of a massive trove of Epstein files by the U.S. Justice Department that included a series of potentially incriminating documents related to his activities as trade envoy.
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Puerto Vallarta-area timeshare was a cartel-run fraud engine, officials say
The U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday sanctioned Kovay Gardens, accusing the Mexican resort of operating under the direction of the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación, or CJNG.
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Alarming AI video of Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise
A ByteDance AI-generated video that appears to show Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise in a fight scene has sent shock waves across Hollywood. Actor Sean Astin, the president of the SAG-AFTRA labor unions, joins CBS News with more.
Former winner on "Top Model" docuseries
Former "America's Next Top Model" contestant Eva Marcille, known as Eva Pigford on the show, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the new docuseries exploring the show's controversies. Marcille, the winner of season three in 2004, describes the shocking revelations she learned through watching the docuseries.
Druski on launching career and controversy
Druski speaks to "CBS Mornings" about how he rose to global fame after starting his comedy skits on Instagram in 2017 and some of the controversy in his work, including at the NFL Honors earlier this month.
Jon Taffer on "Bar Rescue" season premiere
Jon Taffer is debuting a new season of "Bar Rescue" on Paramount+, and he joined CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more on what to expect.
"Top Model" docuseries on show controversies
For 24 seasons, supermodel Tyra Banks promised young women the chance to become the next big name in fashion on the show "America's Next Top Model." In a new Netflix documentary, former contestants, judges and Banks herself revisit some of the more controversial episodes of the reality show that aired from 2003 to 2018.
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Social psychologist on social media addiction
One of the catalysts for the social media addiction debate was a 2024 book called "The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. His new book tries to help parents and kids break free from screens. Haidt joins CBS News to discuss Mark Zuckerberg, the ongoing social media addiction trial and artificial intelligence.
Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Mark Zuckerberg grilled in court
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand at the social media addiction trial examining whether children and teens were given access to an addictive and harmful product. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Zuckerberg testifies at social media trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified Wednesday in a civil case over social media addiction allegations that skyrocketing social media use shows how people value the sites and it's not a strategy to keep users addicted. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
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Virginia Giuffre's family on former Prince Andrew arrest
British authorities arrested the former Prince Andrew on Thursday over potential misconduct in public office after revelations in the Epstein files. Sky and Amanda Roberts, the brother and sister-in-law of survivor Virginia Giuffre, who died in 2025, join "The Takeout" to discuss.
Former Prince Andrew released from custody
Former Prince Andrew spent 11 hours in a British jail on Thursday as he faces an investigation for possible wrongdoing as a trade official after revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein files. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Trump reacts to former Prince Andrew's arrest
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former British prince, was arrested on Thursday over suspected misconduct in public office revealed in the Epstein files. CBS News London bureau chief Tina Kraus has the latest.
World reacts to former Prince Andrew's arrest
Former Prince Andrew's arrest for suspected misconduct in public office has rocked the U.K. Tom Symonds with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more.
FBI in contact with Mexico on Guthrie case
The FBI is in touch with Mexican officials regarding the search for Nancu Guthrie, law enforcement sources tell CBS News. Andres Gutierrez reports.
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NASA's new chief rebukes Boeing, space agency over problem-plagued Starliner mission
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams were expecting to spend eight to 10 days in space. They ended up remaining in orbit for 286 days.
NASA refuels Artemis II moon rocket in critical pre-launch test
NASA wants to make sure repairs have eliminated the hydrogen leaks detected during an initial fueling test of the Artemis II moon rocket earlier this month.
Fresh crew arrives at International Space Station to boost numbers back to 7
The Crew 12 docking came one month after a previous crew had to return to Earth early due to a medical issue.
SpaceX launches crew to ISS
NASA and SpaceX launched a new mission to the International Space Station with four crew members on board to replace the team that returned last month due to a medical issue with one member. Mark Strassmann has more.
SpaceX launches space station crew on 8-month mission
The two-woman, two-man crew is replacing four other station fliers who came home early last month due to a medical issue one was having.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Trump to decide Iran strike over next 10 days
President Trump hosted the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington, D.C., on Thursday to discuss the future of Gaza. The president also provided a potential timeline for when the U.S. might launch a strike against Iran. Atlantic Council Vice President Matthew Kroenig joins with analysis.
Alysa Liu wins gold in women's figure skating
Thursday was a victorious day for Team USA at the Winter Olympics, with Alysa Liu ending a 20-year U.S. medal drought in women's individual figure skating and the women's ice hockey team defeating Canada. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the latest.
Trump holds rally in Greene's former district
President Trump made his pitch to voters in former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's district on Thursday as they head to the polls for early voting. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports.
Virginia Giuffre's family on former Prince Andrew arrest
British authorities arrested the former Prince Andrew on Thursday over potential misconduct in public office after revelations in the Epstein files. Sky and Amanda Roberts, the brother and sister-in-law of survivor Virginia Giuffre, who died in 2025, join "The Takeout" to discuss.
Social psychologist on social media addiction
One of the catalysts for the social media addiction debate was a 2024 book called "The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. His new book tries to help parents and kids break free from screens. Haidt joins CBS News to discuss Mark Zuckerberg, the ongoing social media addiction trial and artificial intelligence.