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In 2013, 60 Minutes' correspondent Bob Simon reported on the extreme sport of free diving, in which divers descend hundreds of feet down into the sea on one single breath.
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In 2013, 60 Minutes' correspondent Bob Simon reported on the extreme sport of free diving, in which divers descend hundreds of feet down into the sea on one single breath.
In 2022, when 60 Minutes reported on the decline of small-town newspapers, Jon Wertheim met Stewart Bainum, who was in the process of launching The Baltimore Banner. This week, the paper won a Pulitzer Prize in collaboration with the New York Times for local reporting on the fentanyl crisis.
In 1987, 60 Minutes' Ed Bradley reported on the popularity of a course about the Vietnam War at UC Santa Barbara, where students often heard directly from veterans who shared their experiences.
In 2004, Mike Wallace interviewed Larry Colburn and Hugh Thompson, members of an American helicopter crew who were credited with saving Vietnamese civilians during the 1968 My Lai massacre, which killed more than 500 unarmed civilians. In 1998, 60 Minutes first returned to Vietnam with Colburn and Thompson, where they met some of the people they rescued in My Lai.
In 2019, 60 Minutes reported on an NIH clinical trial using an innovative type of gene therapy to attempt to locate and fix the genes responsible for sickle cell anemia.
In May 2024, Pope Francis spoke with 60 Minutes, answering questions about global conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, migrants in the U.S., sexual abuse in the church, and more. The pope died on Monday at the age of 88.
In 2001, Ed Bradley accompanied survivors and family members to the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum. The 1995 federal building bombing killed 168 people and injured hundreds more.
In 2020, Bill Whitaker first reported on the company BlueDot and their computer algorithm, which was among the first to detect the COVID-19 outbreak, tracking where the virus might spread next.
60 Minutes' Ed Bradley met Mario Vargas Llosa in 1989, when the Peruvian author was running for president of Peru. The prolific novelist, who later went on to win the Nobel Prize, has died at the age of 89.
In 1983, 60 Minutes' Harry Reasoner visited Greenland. In this excerpt, Reasoner reported that the world's largest island spanned 840,000 square miles — which is about three times the size of Texas.
Flower fields once blanketed Grasse, France, where blossoms used in Chanel No. 5 are grown. Now luxury brands are reinvesting in the town long known as the perfume capital of the world.
Centuries ago, the French town of Grasse reeked of pungent odors from leather tanning. But now it's famous for quite the opposite scent from the acres of jasmine that it grows for top perfume houses.
There are roughly 11,000 bird species around the world and some 2,000 of them can be found in Colombia, a country with diverse geography.
Years after he was kidnapped by guerrillas in Colombia, a bird expert decided to introduce his former captors to birding, thinking they might make good guides.
In Colombia, decades of fighting between the government, left-wing guerrillas, right-wing paramilitaries, and narco-traffickers preserved bird habitats in Colombia.
After natural disasters, white nationalists, militias, and conspiracists often arrive, offering help. But they also want to recruit and improve their image.
As the U.S. prepares to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence, historian Jill Lepore says now is a good time to ask if the public wants to see constitutional amendments.
Centuries ago, the French town of Grasse reeked of pungent odors from leather tanning. But now it's famous for quite the opposite scent from the acres of jasmine that it grows for top perfume houses.
After natural disasters, white nationalists, militias, and conspiracists often arrive, offering help. But they also want to recruit and improve their image.
In Colombia, decades of fighting between the government, left-wing guerrillas, right-wing paramilitaries, and narco-traffickers preserved bird habitats in Colombia.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Tickets for Monday's Metropolitan Museum of Art event in New York City are into the six figures — if you get an invite.
Cherie DeVaux reflected on her place in history after becoming the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner with Golden Tempo.
Some Spirit Airlines customers with flight tickets could be out of luck after the discount carrier ceased operations.
A federal appeals court blocked a FDA rule that allowed the abortion pill mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail.
Tickets for Monday's Metropolitan Museum of Art event in New York City are into the six figures — if you get an invite.
Some Spirit Airlines customers with flight tickets could be out of luck after the discount carrier ceased operations.
The lawsuit ramps up a feud between World Liberty Financial and Sun, who last month sued the Trump-backed company for fraud.
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
Nine Native American tribes in South Dakota, North Dakota and Nebraska are suing the federal government in a bid to stop exploratory drilling for graphite near a sacred site in the Black Hills.
A federal appeals court blocked a FDA rule that allowed the abortion pill mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett and Sen. Raphael Warnock join Margaret Brennan.
Nine Native American tribes in South Dakota, North Dakota and Nebraska are suing the federal government in a bid to stop exploratory drilling for graphite near a sacred site in the Black Hills.
The incident occurred one week after shots were fired during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., and Mr. Trump was rushed off the dais.
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor has been hospitalized for pneumonia, his spokesperson said.
A federal appeals court blocked a FDA rule that allowed the abortion pill mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail.
A suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus on a cruise ship in the Atlantic off Africa killed three people and sickened at least three others, health officials say.
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The effects of overtourism; horse therapy; a tool to help keep dementia in check; Sting on "The Last Ship"; a golf journalist takes over a failing golf course; a Mozart exhibition; and collecting PEZ dispensers.
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia. National Public Radio correspondent Allison Aubrey talks with neurologist Dr. Jonathan Rosand about how making changes to your daily habits might just be the prescription needed.
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
Russia on Monday declared a unilateral ceasefire with Ukraine between May 8-9, when Moscow marks its annual World War II Victory Day commemorations.
Police said several were injured in the incident, which happened in the Grimmaische Strasse, a street that leads into central Leipzig's shopping area.
Spanish police impounded what is believed to be a national record haul of cocaine from a ship, with the seizure potentially reaching 40 tons, a union said.
Arrests and executions in Iran have been on the rise since the start of the regional war triggered by a U.S.-Israeli attack on Feb. 28.
Iran launched attacks on the UAE and tankers in the Strait of Hormuz while the U.S. destroyed Iranian boats "that attempted to interfere" with Project Freedom.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The stars are out at the Met Gala, walking the red carpet adorned in clothing designed for the "Costume Art" theme.
Alex Damon, one of the minds behind the "Star Wars Explained" viral videos, joins CBS News to discuss the franchise as fans celebrate May 4, a popular day among followers.
Fashion's biggest night, the 2026 Met Gala, will take place Monday night on New York City's Upper East Side. Lauren Sherman, CBS News contributor and fashion correspondent for Puck, joins to discuss.
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King, Lizzo spoke about releasing new music and her ongoing legal battle, saying, "the truth is less salacious than the headlines."
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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.
Powerful artificial intelligence data centers are putting a significant strain on the nation's power grid, but one U.S.-based company has a proposal to help solve the issue. Jon Parella, CEO and founder of Terraflow Energy, joins to discuss.
Apple's latest earnings report beat Wall Street expectations. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Cole Allen, the suspected shooter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, was moved off suicide watch in jail ahead of his appearance in court on Monday. CBS News senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has more.
Spanish police impounded what is believed to be a national record haul of cocaine from a ship, with the seizure potentially reaching 40 tons, a union said.
U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro is claiming that Cole Allen, the suspect linked to a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, fired a shot that hit a Secret Service agent's vest. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
At least 13 people were at hospitals following a shooting at a party at Arcadia Lake, near Oklahoma City, police say.
The incident occurred one week after shots were fired during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., and Mr. Trump was rushed off the dais.
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
The second week of testimony is underway in Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman's OpenAI. On Monday, an email sent by Musk two days before the trial came under scrutiny. New York Times tech reporter Mike Isaac joins CBS News with more.
Alex Damon, one of the minds behind the "Star Wars Explained" viral videos, joins CBS News to discuss the franchise as fans celebrate May 4, a popular day among followers.
Fashion's biggest night, the 2026 Met Gala, will take place Monday night on New York City's Upper East Side. Lauren Sherman, CBS News contributor and fashion correspondent for Puck, joins to discuss.
The U.S. destroyed six small Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz, Central Command said Monday. CBS News contributor Aaron MacLean, retired U.S. Navy Adm. Robert Murrett and CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro join with more.
Several deaths and sicknesses on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean are being blamed on the rare hantavirus infection. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.