Sealand: The micronation carving its own path
This week on 60 Minutes, Jon Wertheim reported on Sealand, the tiny principality fueled by humor and determination. But first he had to get there.
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Why a huge Hawaiian wildfire could happen again
Dry grass and a limited firefighting force mean another devastating wildfire could happen again in the Aloha State.
Steven Van Zandt on James Gandolfini: "I miss him every day"
The guitarist, writer, producer, actor and activist described the special bond he shared with his Sopranos co-star James Gandolfini in an interview with 60 Minutes.
Saving Ukraine's art collections from Russian aggression
With Ukrainian cultural centers under attack, a museum in Kyiv is taking extra precautions to guarantee the safety of its collection for future generations.
The Iranian news outlet Tehran targets
Based in London and banned in Iran, Iran International has become a prominent source of information for Iranians—and an object of intimidation and death threats.
Journalists and the hijab debate
During an interview for this week's 60 Minutes, Iranian activist Masih Alinejad told Lesley Stahl she should not have worn a headscarf during her interview last year with Iranian President Raisi.
How monkey research survived Hurricane Maria
With dedicated staff and a little bit of luck, decades of data and biological samples from the monkeys of Cayo Santiago narrowly escaped destruction.
Tips to prevent Social Security overpayments
Social Security overpays its recipients by billions of dollars every year—and then asks for the money back. Here are some ways experts say you can reduce the chances of it happening to you.
Face mask effectiveness: What science knows now
Does wearing a face mask help to prevent COVID? Three and a half years after the pandemic began, here's what scientists have learned.
Anti-war Russians find new life in Georgia
Fearing mobilization and persecution, thousands of Russians have fled to the neighboring country of Georgia. They spoke with 60 Minutes about the challenges they've faced making a new life there.
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Georgian monks make wine using ancient techniques
Georgia, considered the birthplace of wine, has been making wine for 8,000 years. Producers are restoring the country's ancient grape varieties and introducing Georgian wines to the rest of the world.
Navy SEAL veteran without legs climbs mountain in Austria
Dan Cnossen had written off mountaineering after losing his legs in Afghanistan, but 60 Minutes was there to see his incredible ascent to the summit of Mount Kitzsteinhorn.
Ukrainian widows, children overcoming grief at Austrian Alps climbing camp
Grieving Ukrainian widows and children headed to the Austrian Alps for mountain healing. They're climbing at a camp while learning from U.S. veterans about strength, resilience and overcoming trauma.
Sealand, world's smallest state, has just 1 permanent resident
Sealand, an offshore platform off England's coast, is the world's smallest state. It has just one permanent resident and its own royal family.
Georgia’s 8,000 years of wine history
Georgia, considered the birthplace of wine, has been making wine for 8,000 years. Producers are restoring the country’s ancient grape varieties and introducing Georgian wines to the rest of the world.
Camp for grieving Ukrainians in Austrian Alps
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60 Minutes visits Georgia: Wine's birthplace
In tonight's expanded edition of 60 Minutes, Sharyn Alfonsi reports from the country of Georgia, where winemakers are upholding thousands of years of traditions.
Welcome to Sealand: World’s smallest state
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11/26/2023: Rise; Sealand; Ancient Vines
First, a trip to a camp for grieving Ukrainians in the Austrian Alps. Then, a visit to Sealand: the world’s smallest state. And, a look at Georgia’s 8,000 years of wine history.
Family of slave ship's financier on efforts to make amends
Descendants of the enslaved Africans brought to Alabama on the last known slave ship met with the family of the ship's financier to discuss reconciliation.
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Hunter Biden agrees to testify before lawmakers in public hearing, lawyer says
Hunter Biden's lawyer told the House Oversight Committee that his client is willing to testify at a public hearing.
Navy removes fuel from spy plane that crashed into Kaneohe Bay
The U.S. Navy says it has removed nearly all of the fuel from a plane that landed in Oahu's Kaneohe Bay after it overshot a runway.
Woman falls 48 feet to her death down well shaft hidden in her home
It took rescuers nearly four hours to get the woman's body out of the 48-foot deep hole, authorities said.
Missing U.S. airman accounted for 79 years after bomber shot down
Staff Sgt. Franklin P. Hall, 21, was the left waist gunner on a B-24D Liberator called "Queen Marlene" when it was attacked by German air forces.
Roommates sue over death of pet dog shot by police: "No remorse"
The roommates claim officers unnecessarily shot their pet dog, a boxer mix named Hennessey, which was left paralyzed and ultimately euthanized.
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Inflation is still on the menu at fast-food chains. Here's why.
Fast-food prices have gone up faster than groceries, with McDonald's seeing fewer low-income customers as a result.
X loses revenue as advertisers halt spending on Elon Musk's platform
Social media platform stands to lose as much as $75 million in ad revenue as major companies withdraw spending.
How to turn off iPhone's iOS 17 NameDrop feature
How to turn off Apple's new NameDrop feature in iPhones with iOS 17 that lets users share information when devices are in close proximity.
Cyber Monday remains the biggest online shopping day of the year
Stressed consumers faced with pressure from inflation and credit card debt are relying on the lure of big deals to fuel their shopping.
Meta targeted young users with addictive tech, states allege
Meta wants children and teens on Facebook and Instagram as long as possible so it can collect and sell their personal data, state prosecutors allege.
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Hunter Biden agrees to testify before lawmakers in public hearing, lawyer says
Hunter Biden's lawyer told the House Oversight Committee that his client is willing to testify at a public hearing.
Retirements mount in Congress, with some frustrated by "chaos"
"People are lying a lot," says Rep. Ken Buck, a Colorado Republican. "And when you call out the lies, you're the bad guy."
Trump loses bid to subpoena Jan. 6 committee material
Former President Donald Trump's legal team wanted to subpoena material from the House Jan. 6 select committee.
Biden not planning to attend U.N. climate conference in Dubai
A recent report released by the Biden administration found current efforts to fight climate change are "insufficient."
Trump expected to testify in New York civil trial Dec. 11
Former President Trump's attorneys called him back to the stand to testify.
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China sees spike in respiratory illnesses
Chinese hopsitals are seeing a new surge in respiratory illnesses and pneumonia mostly in children. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer reports on the new wave of sickness.
Australia to ban import of disposable vapes as youth addiction soars
Vapes were "not sold as a recreational product, especially not one targeted to our kids, but that is what it has become," Australia's health minister said.
How AI is changing breast cancer screenings
Some doctors are using AI to assist in reading mammograms and breast sonograms. According to a recent study, doctors who use AI can detect up to 20% more cancers. CBS chief medical correspondent Dr. Jonathan LaPook takes a look at how the new tool can help save lives.
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COVID variant BA.2.86 triples in new CDC estimates
A highly-mutated descendant called JN.1 could be to blame.
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Hamas says it's open to a longer cease-fire and more hostage releases
With Israel and Hamas extending their truce to facilitate more hostage and prisoner releases, there's joy for dozens of families – and calls for a longer cease-fire.
Australia to ban import of disposable vapes as youth addiction soars
Vapes were "not sold as a recreational product, especially not one targeted to our kids, but that is what it has become," Australia's health minister said.
"Rat miners" reach 41 men trapped for 17 days in collapsed Indian tunnel
After more than 2 weeks of fruitless rescue efforts with heavy machinery, a team of "rat miners" managed to reach the men trapped in a tunnel in just a day.
Israeli hostage returned to family "is the same but not the same," niece says
"Nothing will go back to what life was before," said the niece of Margalit Moses, a woman in her 70s with serious health issues who was among the first group of hostages released by Hamas.
UAE sought to use role in climate summit to make oil deals, BBC reports
The host of the upcoming COP28 climate summit, the United Arab Emirates, planned to use its role as an opportunity to try to make oil and gas deals with other countries, BBC News reported.
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"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Director Baz Luhrmann talks new limited series
Award-winning director Baz Luhrmann joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new limited series "Faraway Downs," recut from his 2008 movie "Australia" starring Hugh Jackman and Nicole Kidman.
Chaka Khan: I regret "nothing"
The 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, who built her legacy on such hits as "I'm Every Woman" and "I Feel for You," talks about her friendship with Prince, her past struggles with addiction, and how her music is being discovered and celebrated by new generations.
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Director Ridley Scott on "Napoleon"
The director of such classics as "Alien," "Blade Runner," "Thelma & Louise " and "Gladiator" is back, taking on - at age 85 - one of the most controversial figures in history: the French emperor who dominated European battlefields but found defeat at Waterloo.
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Amazon using AI to help with delivery
Amazon says its 2023 Black Friday sales were the highest in the company's history. Amazon executive Beryl Tomay joins CBS News to discuss how artificial intelligence and robots are helping get packages to your doorstep.
How AI is changing breast cancer screenings
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Cyber Monday shipping gets boost from AI
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World's largest iceberg is "on the move" for first time in 37 years
The iceberg, which once hosted a Soviet research station, split from the Antarctic coastline in 1986, but then became grounded in the Weddell Sea.
Covering the deadly Maui wildfires
As Lahaina's firefighters speak out to "60 Minutes" three months after wildfires ravaged Maui, Jill Cowan, a national reporter with The New York Times, joins CBS News with her experience covering the deadly scene.
Retiree records bat sex, helps solve mystery of species' "super long" penis
The serotine bat does not use its strangely large penis for penetration, but instead as a "copulatory arm" during mating, researchers said.
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The Smithsonian is one of the best-known museums in the United States, and an affiliated lab is a hidden gem. Located in Panama, the Tropical Research Institute is a unique scientific outpost located in one of the busiest waterways in the world. CBS News' Ben Tracy reports.
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Suspect pleads not guilty in Vermont shooting
A suspect has been arraigned in connection with the shooting of three students of Palestinian descent in Burlington, Vermont. The suspect, 48-year-old Jason Eaton, pleaded not guilty to three counts of attempted murder. The shooting is being investigated as a possible hate crime, and two of the victims remain in the ICU.
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The man suspected of shooting three Palestinian college students in Vermont over the weekend pleaded not guilty on Monday. The man is charged with three counts of attempted second degree murder. Errol Barnett has the latest.
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11/27: Prime Time with John Dickerson
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First ladies to attend Carter memorial
President Biden, former President Clinton and first ladies Jill Biden, Hillary Clinton, Laura Bush, Michelle Obama and Melania Trump will be among the dignitaries in Atlanta Tuesday attending a memorial service for Rosalynn Carter. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
Rosalynn Carter lies in repose before funeral
Leaders will gather in Atlanta Tuesday to remember former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who died last week at the age of 96. Known for her active role in the Carter administration, Rosalynn Carter continued her life of service alongside her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, after leaving the White House. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
China sees spike in respiratory illnesses
Chinese hopsitals are seeing a new surge in respiratory illnesses and pneumonia mostly in children. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer reports on the new wave of sickness.
Maui departments subpoenaed in wildfire probe
Hawaii's attorney general issued subpoenas targeting three Maui departments in an independent probe initiated by the governor. The move comes after sources told CBS News some Maui County officials are being uncooperative in the investigation into the deadly August 8 wildfire. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.