Tyson-Mayweather fight announcement sparks flurry of questions
A Mike Tyson-Floyd Mayweather fight was announced Thursday. But there are multiple questions surrounding the bout.
Floyd Mayweather
Floyd Mayweather is considered one of the greatest fighters in boxing history, but it looks like his career is just about to be over
Floyd Mayweather is considered one of the greatest fighters in boxing history, but it looks like his career is just about to be over. The undefeated fighter insists his fight in Las Vegas will be his last. Carter Evans reports.
Boxing is nowhere near as popular as it once was, but when a really big fight comes along the sports world pays attention
Boxing is nowhere near as popular as it once was, but when a really big fight comes along the sports world pays attention. In Las Vegas the unbeaten Floyd Mayweather Junior takes on Manny Pacquiao for the welterweight championship. Win or lose, both fights will cash in big time. CBS News special correspondent James Brown spoke to both of them to discuss the richest event in boxing history.
Mayweather-McGregor fight
The sport of boxing could get a shot in the arm by crossing over with another combat sport on Saturday night. Undefeated boxer Floyd Mayweather, Jr. takes on mixed martial arts champion Conor McGregor, in one of the most-anticipated fights in years. Both fighters are super-welterweights but the showdown is receiving heavyweight hype. Carter Evans reports.
McGregor-Mayweather preview
Boxing will take center stage this weekend when two of the biggest stars in combat sports face off in Las Vegas. Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather Jr. will finally go one-on-one after a summer-long media circus hyping the event. Carter Evans has a preview.
Floyd Mayweather
CBSN sits down with boxer Floyd Mayweather ahead of his fight with Conor McGregor to talk about his history and legacy as the highest earning-athlete in the world.
Preview: Floyd Mayweather
"I take the fight game seriously," says boxer Floyd Mayweather ahead of his big matchup with Conor McGregor. See more on "CBSN: On Assignment" Monday, August 21, at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS and CBSN.
Sports headlines
Rick Pitino has been suspended for five games after a sex scandal, and Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor set an August date for their fight. CBS Sports columnist Bill Reither joins CBSN to discuss the details
CBS airs highly anticipated fight
Leon Spinks defeated Muhammad Ali to win the heavyweight crown on February 15th, 1978. That was the last time the two fighters squared off in primetime on CBS. Nearly 40 years later, boxing returns to CBS primetime when welterweight champion Keith Thurman fights challenger Shawn Porter. Vinita Nair spoke with Thurman as he prepared for what many think could be the bout of the year.
First on "CBS This Morning, " Forbes reveals the top celebrity earners
First on "CBS This Morning, " Forbes reveals the top celebrity earners. Whose paydays are soaring and which megastars are plummeting down the list? Forbes senior editor Zack O’Malley Greenburg joins “CBS This Morning” to reveal its annual "Celebrity 100" list.
In this week’s edition of “Sounds of the Toyota Green Room,” rocker Slash talks with “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King about performing in front of a live audience
In this week’s edition of “Sounds of the Toyota Green Room,” rocker Slash talks with “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King about performing in front of a live audience. The New Yorker’s Nicholas Thompson talks with Gayle about Periscope and the Floyd Mayweather-Manny Pacquiao fight.
The welterweight championship bout between unbeaten Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao is being called the "fight of the century"
The welterweight championship bout between unbeaten Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao is being called the "fight of the century." Carter Evans reports from Las Vegas, where the fight will take place.
Boxing fans: Get ready for Mayweather v. Pacquiao with this 60 Minutes report on how the always-smiling "Pacman" psyches out his opponents
Boxing fans: Get ready for Mayweather v. Pacquiao with this 60 Minutes report on how the always-smiling "Pacman" psyches out his opponents.
Check out some of the week's best viral videos, courtesy of The Feed!
Nick Dietz compiles some of the week's best viral videos, including a 5-year-old that's ready to move out, a maxed out McDonald's order and the return of the lip-syncing police officer. Plus, a tiny boxer that packs a big punch. To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE.
Floyd Mayweather is touted as one of the best boxers in history
Floyd Mayweather is touted as one of the best boxers in history. People are wondering if his record will stay perfect after fighting the lighting-fast Pacquiao.
Boxing, the sweet science, isn't as popular of a sport as it once was
Boxing, the sweet science, isn't as popular of a sport as it once was. But now that Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao are less than a month away from fighting, the sport is getting more attention. Ben Tracy reports on the theatrics of Wednesday's press conference between the fighters and how their bout could impact the sport's future.
For the first time in 10 years, prime time sports coverage will focus on boxing
For the first time in 10 years, prime time sports coverage will focus on boxing. Featuring the much-anticipated fight against Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. Sports Anchor Jared Max, WCBS NewsRadio 880, explains the excitement around fight night.
Mayweather on Clippers, Sterling and race
Champion boxer Floyd Mayweather speaks with CBS News' Alexander Trowbridge about his plans to bid on the Los Angeles Clippers, comments made by team owner Donald Sterling, and the role race still plays in and outside of sports.
Floyd Mayweather will box YouTuber Logan Paul in February
Mayweather holds a perfect 50-0 record while Paul lost his only boxing match.
Floyd Mayweather to pay for George Floyd's funeral
The former boxing champion personally has been in touch with the family, according to the CEO of Mayweather Promotions.
Floyd Mayweather, 41, crushes star 20-year-old kickboxer
Nasukawa's father threw in the towel after 140 seconds of the first round on Monday as his 20-year-old son bravely teetered around the ring trying to get up
Floyd Mayweather and DJ Khaled settle with SEC over crypto
The former boxing champ failed to disclose that he was paid to promote three separate ICOs
These celebrities want you to invest in cryptocurrency
Don't invest in this volatile market just because a famous person says it's a good idea, securities regulators warn
Floyd Mayweather defeats Conor McGregor in 10 rounds
Mayweather, a five-time world champion, was coaxed out of retirement to face McGregor, a mixed martial arts champion who had never boxed professionally
How to watch Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor
The fight will air from Las Vegas on Saturday, August 26, at 9 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on Showtime pay-per-view
Live
U.S. launches another night of strikes as battle continues over Strait of Hormuz
Iran said it would attack "all infrastructure in the region" if President Trump follows through on his threats to attack Iranian civilian infrastructure.
Maps show wildfire smoke forecast, air quality alerts in swath of U.S.
Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota is engulfing large swaths of the Midwest and Northeast U.S. this week.
Trump fires U.S. attorney in Washington on heels of court appointment
Judges on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington had appointed Roger Rogoff as U.S. attorney in Seattle. But he was fired shortly after.
Tillis says he won't support Blanche unless he meets with Epstein survivors
Sen. Thom Tillis said that Todd Blanche must meet with survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's crimes before he'll vote to advance his nomination for attorney general out of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Mayor to homeowner losing sleep over data center plant: "Consider selling"
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
Dozens rescued in Texas after torrential rain triggers flash flooding
More than a foot of rain has fallen since Monday, triggering dangerous flash flooding in central Texas.
Deadly helicopter crash in Hudson River likely caused by bird strike, NTSB says
A family of five from Spain, including three children, and the pilot died in the April 2025 crash.
Doctors question plan to screen military members for low testosterone
Doctors raised a range of concerns about a testosterone screening policy announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which is likely to be costly to implement.
Teleprompter operator made nearly $100K betting on Trump speeches
After detecting suspicious activity on the teleprompter operator's account, Kalshi investigated and then referred the case to federal regulators.
U.S.
More U.S.
Doctors question plan to screen military members for low testosterone
Doctors raised a range of concerns about a testosterone screening policy announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which is likely to be costly to implement.
Airlines say permanent daylight saving time won't be simple
Adjusting to permanent daylight saving time would cause significant disruptions to schedules and operations, an airline trade group said.
Deadly helicopter crash in Hudson River likely caused by bird strike, NTSB says
A family of five from Spain, including three children, and the pilot died in the April 2025 crash.
Teleprompter operator made nearly $100K betting on Trump speeches
After detecting suspicious activity on the teleprompter operator's account, Kalshi investigated and then referred the case to federal regulators.
Tillis says he won't support Blanche unless he meets with Epstein survivors
Sen. Thom Tillis said that Todd Blanche must meet with survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's crimes before he'll vote to advance his nomination for attorney general out of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Trump Media to sell faster access to president's Truth Social posts
"Markets already move on Truth Social posts," the company's chief executive said in the Truth API announcement.
Airlines say permanent daylight saving time won't be simple
Adjusting to permanent daylight saving time would cause significant disruptions to schedules and operations, an airline trade group said.
Teleprompter operator made nearly $100K betting on Trump speeches
After detecting suspicious activity on the teleprompter operator's account, Kalshi investigated and then referred the case to federal regulators.
Nearly 736,000 Pillsbury rolls recalled over possible glass contamination
The recall includes cases of Pillsbury "Hard Roll Dough" and "Kaiser Roll Dough" bread rolls, which are marketed to businesses.
Foreclosures surged 21% in the first half of 2026, new data shows
The state with the biggest jump in foreclosure activity was Idaho, where filings increased 59% compared to the same time last year.
Politics
More Politics
Trump Media to sell faster access to president's Truth Social posts
"Markets already move on Truth Social posts," the company's chief executive said in the Truth API announcement.
Tillis says he won't support Blanche unless he meets with Epstein survivors
Sen. Thom Tillis said that Todd Blanche must meet with survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's crimes before he'll vote to advance his nomination for attorney general out of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Husband of Code Pink founder being probed under federal foreign agent and tax laws
Neville Roy Singham, who lives in Shanghai, China, is a major financial backer of a New York City-based nonprofit called the People's Forum, a left-leaning organization advocating for causes affecting the working class.
Trump fires U.S. attorney in Washington on heels of court appointment
Judges on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington had appointed Roger Rogoff as U.S. attorney in Seattle. But he was fired shortly after.
George Santos to try hand as contestant in grueling TV reality show
George Santos has worn many hats: swindler, congressman, prison inmate, podcast host. The obvious next gig? Reality TV show contestant.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
Doctors question plan to screen military members for low testosterone
Doctors raised a range of concerns about a testosterone screening policy announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which is likely to be costly to implement.
Introducing Norah O'Donnell's new health podcast
"Healthful with Norah O'Donnell" launches July 22.
Alzheimer's blood test may show who's likely to develop it in 5 to 10 years
A blood test may predict if apparently healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer's symptoms in the next five or 10 years, researchers say.
Taco Bell removes some items amid outbreak
As of Tuesday, nearly 7,000 people in 34 states reported symptoms tied to a parasitic illness that, so far, has no official source. Carter Evans reports on what's suspected of being behind the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
World
More World
U.S. designates cartel on Texas border as foreign terrorist organization
The Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras joined six other Mexican criminal organizations that the U.S. considers terrorist groups.
Climate extremes fuel explosive wildfires in Canada and western U.S.
One climatologist said "a perfect storm" of climate extremes primed the western U.S. for one of its worst fire seasons in a decade. Meanwhile, Canadian wildfire smoke fills the air.
Councilwoman shot, husband killed in Mexico near U.S. border
Maria de Jesus Quijada was shot at while traveling in a vehicle with her family. Her husband did not survive.
From Balogun's red card to an upset run, some of the World Cup's biggest stories
Spain is looking to secure a World Cup victory for the first time in 16 years, and Argentina enters Sunday hoping to become back-to-back champions.
Zelenskyy's move to oust popular defense chief draws major backlash
Ukrainians are demonstrating in Kyiv and senior figures announcing their resignations over President Volodymyr Zelenksyy's move to oust his popular defense chief.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Entertainment
From the archives: Pat Oliphant and the art of political cartoons
Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Pat Oliphant, whose acidic drawings skewering political figures were syndicated in as many as 500 publications around the world, died on July 13, 2026 at age 90. In this April 16, 2000 "Sunday Morning" story, Oliphant talked with Morley Safer about caricature, censorship, and the influence of the first great political cartoonist, 19th century French master Honoré Daumier, whose grotesque drawings of King Louis Philippe led to a curtailment of press freedom in France in 1835.
George Santos to try hand as contestant in grueling TV reality show
George Santos has worn many hats: swindler, congressman, prison inmate, podcast host. The obvious next gig? Reality TV show contestant.
"Jurassic Park" star Sam Neill's cause of death revealed
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Behind the "Better in Person" talk show
Author and journalist Stephen Dubner, who rose to fame when he co-wrote The New York Times bestseller "Freakonomics," talks with "CBS Mornings" about launching his own weekly talk show on YouTube, "Better in Person." Dubner discusses how the show got its start, his wide range of guests and why he decided to self-finance it.
Insider at "The Wolf of Wall Street" firm opens up: "My lifestyle was insane"
The Paramount+ documentary "The Real Wolf of Wall Street" gives an inside look at Jordan Belfort's scandal-ridden firm, Stratton Oakmont.
Technology
More Technology
Mayor to homeowner losing sleep over data center plant: "Consider selling"
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
Mississippi residents decry data center plant
Residents of Southaven, Mississippi, are sounding off about a data center plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area, likening the constant noise to being tortured.
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.
Meta announces new safety features
Meta announced it is introducing new features to help protect teens using Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, including alerting a parent if their child discusses self-harm with one of its AI chatbots. Kelly O'Grady explains.
Samsung set to unveil new foldable phones
Tech giant Samsung is set to debut a new line of foldable phones at its Galaxy Unpacked event next week. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti joins CBS News to discuss.
Science
More Science
Science
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Watch: Pentagon releases 19 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Crime
More Crime
U.S. designates cartel on Texas border as foreign terrorist organization
The Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras joined six other Mexican criminal organizations that the U.S. considers terrorist groups.
Woman speaks in support of Blanche at hearing
Antioch, Illinois, mother Jennifer Bos voiced her support for Todd Blanche at his confirmation hearing to become attorney general. Bos advocates for stricter immigration policy after her daughter was allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant.
Sons of man killed by ICE agent speak out
Ronaldo Salgado and Lorenzo Salgado Jr., the sons of the Mexican man who was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Houston, spoke to CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez about their father's death.
New details emerge in Nolan Wells case
Newly obtained GPS data from the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources tracks the movements of the boat that Mississippi teen Nolan Wells was on before he went missing. Wells was found dead after a Fourth of July boat trip to Horn Island with friends. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest on the investigation.
Councilwoman shot, husband killed in Mexico near U.S. border
Maria de Jesus Quijada was shot at while traveling in a vehicle with her family. Her husband did not survive.
Space
More Space
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
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.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News Videos
Latest CBS News Videos
Takeaways from day 2 of Blanche confirmation
CBS News senior justice department reporter Sarah Lynch breaks down the highlights from day two of Todd Blanche's Senate confirmation hearings for attorney general.
Watch: Leavitt takes questions on Trump's speech
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt spoke to reporters Thursday about President Trump's upcoming primetime speech, the latest strikes against Iran and more.
Schiff presses Ashcroft on political prosecutions
Sen. Adam Schiff questioned former Attorney General John Ashcroft Thursday about President Trump's calls to prosecute his perceived political enemies. Ashcroft was appearing before the Senate in support of Todd Blanche's confirmation as attorney general.
U.S. launches 5th straight day of Iran strikes
U.S. forces launched a fifth consecutive day of strikes against Iran on Thursday. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.