Leonard Lauder on Estée Lauder's family business
The chairman emeritus and former CEO of the global beauty behemoth talks about "The Company I Keep," a memoir that is equal parts biography, business tome, and tribute to his mother, Estée Lauder
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Book excerpt: The origin story of Estée Lauder, from "The Company I Keep"
Leonard Lauder writes of how his mother founded a company that would become a global behemoth, starting with beauty creams cooked up in the kitchen
Woman starts bow tie business after being laid off
After being laid off three times, Nisha Blackwell taught herself how to sew and started a booming bow tie business.
Kenzo Takada, iconic French-Japanese fashion designer, has died
His family said the designer, famed for his jungle-infused designs and free-spirited aesthetic, died from complications due to the coronavirus.
Fashioning a new future for the fashion world
The $400-billion-a-year industry has taken a hit during the pandemic, as clothing store sales plunged a record 79% – but some clothing designers see a silver lining
Dressing down: Fashion sense during lockdown
In these anxious times, those of us living in self-isolation may be drawn to wearing comfort clothes, or sharing our lockdown sartorial choices on Instagram
DIY hair coloring: Getting to the root of the problem
Life during lockdown is not black-and-white, it's gray – a LOT of gray! But as Faith Salie discovers, gaining a touch of control in your out-of-control life is rooted in coloring your own hair
Vogue's Anna Wintour on fund to rescue fashion industry
The initiative aims to give "micro loans" to small businesses and designers Wintour calls "the future generation of American fashion."
Anna Wintour on fashion rescue fund
Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour speaks to Gayle King about her efforts to help the fashion industry through the coronavirus crisis amid predictions that global sales will drop up to 30%. Wintour teamed up with designer Tom Ford to repurpose the Vogue Fashion Fund as a new fundraising initiative called "A Common Thread." The fund was initially created in response to 9/11 and has already raised over $3 million for the current effort.
Fashion designers turn to making face masks
Designer Christian Siriano and American Apparel founder Dov Charney among those shifting to fashioning masks.
2020 Met Gala postponed indefinitely
The theme of this year's Met Gala was set to be "About Time: Fashion and Duration."
New exhibit celebrates fashion illustrations
Before photography, illustrators brought fashion to life. A century of fashion illustration is being celebrated at a new exhibition at the Society of Illustrators in New York with drawings from greats such as Carl ‘Eric’ Ericson and Rene Bouche. “CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason takes a look at the new exhibit that features magazine and other media pieces, including one from his own step-father who illustrated for both “Vogue” and “Town and Country” in the 1950s and 60s.
Black supermodels on "disparity" in the fashion industry
Winnie Harlow and Beverly Johnson have both championed diversity in modeling.
Natalie Portman's Oscar outfit honors snubbed female directors
The star had the names of several female directors, who were not nominated this year, embroidered on her cape.
Oscars 2020: Red carpet arrivals at the Academy Awards
See what your favorite big-screen stars wore to the ceremony.
Grammy Awards 2020: Red carpet arrivals
See what music's biggest stars wore on music's biggest night in Los Angeles.
Meet the winner of Miss Universe 2019
The newly-minted Miss Universe beat 89 other contestants to nab the title at a ceremony held at the recently opened Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta on Sunday.
Victoria's Secret cancels fashion show
Plummeting TV ratings and declining sales have pushed Victoria's Secret to cancel its annual fashion show. Thursday, the lingerie brand's parent company said it's evolving the marketing of Victoria's Secret.
Met Gala 2020 theme revealed
Celebrities can now start planning for fashion's biggest night out
Emmy Awards 2019: The hottest red carpet arrivals
See what your favorite TV stars wore to the ceremony as they walked down the "purple" carpet in Los Angeles
9-year-old double-amputee a star at New York Fashion Week
Born with a rare condition that required both of her legs to be amputated, Daisy-May Demetre made history on the Lulu et Gigi catwalk
Made in USA: Bringing manufacturing jobs back to the homeland
Today about 3% of clothing bought in this country was made here, so sportswear company American Giant is rebuilding a supply chain infrastructure to fashion a home-grown apparel line
Nail art: A hands-on introduction to fabulous style
For some, getting a manicure these days is less maintenance and more masterpiece, as seen on fashion runways and the hit TV show "Claws"
Beyoncé Vogue portrait acquired by National Portrait Gallery
Photographer Tyler Mitchell was the first African American to ever shoot a cover for Vogue
Fashion designer Dapper Dan's rags to riches story
On fashion's biggest night, Dapper Dan can't believe he has center stage. Michelle Miller reports on the Harlem designer's saga
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"Sunday Morning" Matinee: "Paradise Square"
The new musical tells a story set in 1863 New York, in the violent Five Points neighborhood, where Irish and Black cultures meet. Watch an excerpt.
New museum honors African American musicians who "paved the way"
The National Museum of African American Music has more than 1,600 artifacts and memorabilia to help tell the story of Black trailblazers and innovators.
Phil Spector dead at 81
Phil Spector, who rose to worldwide fame in the 1960s as the music producer who created what's known as the "Wall of Sound," has died in prison after being convicted of the murder of actress Lana Clarkson. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Phil Spector, famed producer convicted of murder, dies at 81
California state prison officials said he died Saturday of natural causes at a hospital.
Olivia Rodrigo's "Drivers License" breaks Spotify records
And that isn't the only Spotify record the 17-year-old songbird's ballad broke this past week.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including Siegfried Fischbacher, half of the entertainment duo Siegfried & Roy.
Sarah Cooper, in her own voice
After 20 years of trying, the standup comedian became an overnight success when she started lip-syncing Trump; now she is looking forward to inaugurating a new stage in her career beyond lampooning the president.
Sarah Cooper, in her own voice
After 20 years of trying, standup comedian Sarah Cooper became an overnight success when she started lip-syncing President Trump, stripping away his image and using only his words, in social media posts that became comedy sensations. Correspondent Jim Axelrod talks with Cooper about her rise to fame, and what the future may hold for her, now that her object of mockery is leaving the stage.
"Helps the soul": Chorus finds a way to perform from cars
Using their car radios and some tech savvy, the Luminous Voices chamber choir in Calgary found a way to sing together from a distance.
Tim Minchin performs "Apart Together"
Musical satirist Tim Minchin ("Matilda: The Musical") joined "Saturday Sessions" to share music from his new studio album, "Apart Together." From Sydney, Australia, Minchin performs the song "Apart Together."
Tim Minchin performs "Airport Piano"
Musical satirist Tim Minchin ("Matilda: The Musical") joined "Saturday Sessions" to share music from his new studio album, "Apart Together." From Sydney, Australia, Minchin performs the song "Airport Piano."
Tim Minchin performs "The Absence of You"
Musical satirist Tim Minchin ("Matilda: The Musical") joined "Saturday Sessions" to share music from his new studio album, "Apart Together." From Sydney, Australia, Minchin performs the song "The Absence of You."
Tim Minchin is serious about musical satire
Musician, songwriter and comedian Tim Minchin built a following that would take him worldwide. "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason talked with Minchin about his storybook journey that's taken him from West Australia to London's West End (with "Matilda: The Musical"), and about his remarkable new album, "Apart Together."
The Dodo: Behind its heartwarming animal videos
When it comes to animal videos on the web, no one outdoes The Dodo, a top producer which racks up 5 billion views a month by sharing tales of animal advocacy, perseverance, and unlikely friendships. "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson talked with some of the people behind the company whose mission is to make everyone an animal lover.
NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns tests positive for COVID-19
"I pray every day that this nightmare of a virus will subside and I beg everyone to take it seriously by taking all of the necessary precautions," Towns wrote on social media.
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Woman gets 43-year prison sentence for insulting Thai king
The former civil servant posted audio clips to Facebook and YouTube with comments deemed critical of the monarchy.
Museum of London to display Trump Baby balloon
As the Trump presidency comes to a close, the Trump Baby balloon has found a place to land.
"I want to stay alive": Afghan journalists face unprecedented threat
As the Taliban talks peace, Afghan and U.S. officials say it's using the targeted slaughter of Afghanistan's journalists for leverage.
Trump lifts COVID-19 travel restrictions, Biden to block changes
Biden spokeswoman Jen Psaki tweeted Monday that the new administration does not intend to lift the travel conditions on January 26.
Questions surround vaccine timeline for detained immigrants
Public health experts are urging ICE to implement a vaccination plan for its detention system, which is currently holding more than 15,000 immigrants.
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Baby giraffe dies after mom accidentally steps on its neck
The zoo explained that their animal care team intervened, but couldn't save the calf's life.
U.S. expected to hit 500,000 COVID-19 deaths by February, CDC warns
The grim news comes as Los Angeles is battling a more contagious variant of the virus. California leads the world in coronavirus cases, with over 3 million residents infected.
Cuomo: Vaccine rollout depends on how fast hospitals use up doses
The New York governor has pushed for the federal government to make more doses of the vaccine available.
"We're coming for you": New videos from inside the U.S. Capitol riot
Of the 1,000 people who may have entered the Capitol on January 6, federal investigators are focusing on extremist groups that may have scoped out the building and trained for the assault.
Biden's homeland security pick would inherit major challenges
If confirmed by the Senate, Alejandro Mayorkas, the son of Cuban refugees, would lead a department facing a host of serious issues, both inside and outside the U.S.
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"MyPillow guy" says he'd welcome suit from voting machines maker
Mike Lindell says it would help him prove to the world his belief that the recent presidential election was rigged. He also says some major retailers are dropping his company's products.
"We're coming for you": New videos from inside the U.S. Capitol riot
Of the 1,000 people who may have entered the Capitol on January 6, federal investigators are focusing on extremist groups that may have scoped out the building and trained for the assault.
Biden's homeland security pick would inherit major challenges
If confirmed by the Senate, Alejandro Mayorkas, the son of Cuban refugees, would lead a department facing a host of serious issues, both inside and outside the U.S.
Yellen to call for "big" action at Senate confirmation hearing
CBS News has obtained her prepared remarks.
Trump lifts COVID-19 travel restrictions, Biden to block changes
Biden spokeswoman Jen Psaki tweeted Monday that the new administration does not intend to lift the travel conditions on January 26.
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"Sunday Morning" Matinee: "Paradise Square"
The new musical tells a story set in 1863 New York, in the violent Five Points neighborhood, where Irish and Black cultures meet. Watch an excerpt.
New museum honors African American musicians who "paved the way"
The National Museum of African American Music has more than 1,600 artifacts and memorabilia to help tell the story of Black trailblazers and innovators.
Phil Spector dead at 81
Phil Spector, who rose to worldwide fame in the 1960s as the music producer who created what's known as the "Wall of Sound," has died in prison after being convicted of the murder of actress Lana Clarkson. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Phil Spector, famed producer convicted of murder, dies at 81
California state prison officials said he died Saturday of natural causes at a hospital.
Olivia Rodrigo's "Drivers License" breaks Spotify records
And that isn't the only Spotify record the 17-year-old songbird's ballad broke this past week.
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Richard Branson company launches rocket from under plane's wing
Virgin Orbit asserts its method offers maximum flexibility since the launching Boeing 747s could take off from airports anywhere.
Twitter suspends Congresswoman over election fraud claims
Republican Congresswoman from Georgia condemned big tech companies for "silencing" conservative views.
A protected right? Free speech and social media
Social media – hailed as an organizing tool for pro-democracy rallies – has also become a forum for conspiracy theories, racism and disinformation. What are the implications of tech companies "de-platforming" users (even a president) for speech that enflames?
Moon rocket test firing aborted after engine shutdown
It was not immediately clear what went wrong or what will be needed to fix it.
Smartwatches can help detect COVID-19 before symptoms show
Your smartwatch may know you have the coronavirus before you do, according to a growing body of research.
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Joe Biden's "Day One" actions and his promises for his first 100 days
In speeches, interviews, and in at least 49 published plans released during his presidential campaign, Biden talked about the actions he'd take in the earliest days of his administration.
Gottlieb expects new virus variant to dominate U.S. infections in 5 weeks
The new variant discovered in the United Kingdom is currently about 0.5% of all infections in the U.S.
Smartwatches can help detect COVID-19 before symptoms show
Your smartwatch may know you have the coronavirus before you do, according to a growing body of research.
These states are doing best (and worst) at vaccinating people
West Virginia is leading the pack, while big states like California and Georgia are struggling, according to CDC data.
Past COVID infection provides at least 5 months of immunity, study shows
Researchers noted that someone who's been infected may still be able to carry the virus and pass it on to others.
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U.S. expected to hit 500,000 COVID-19 deaths by February, CDC warns
The grim news comes as Los Angeles is battling a more contagious variant of the virus. California leads the world in coronavirus cases, with over 3 million residents infected.
Cuomo: Vaccine rollout depends on how fast hospitals use up doses
The New York governor has pushed for the federal government to make more doses of the vaccine available.
Trump lifts COVID-19 travel restrictions, Biden to block changes
Biden spokeswoman Jen Psaki tweeted Monday that the new administration does not intend to lift the travel conditions on January 26.
Joe Biden's "Day One" actions and his promises for his first 100 days
In speeches, interviews, and in at least 49 published plans released during his presidential campaign, Biden talked about the actions he'd take in the earliest days of his administration.
Questions surround vaccine timeline for detained immigrants
Public health experts are urging ICE to implement a vaccination plan for its detention system, which is currently holding more than 15,000 immigrants.
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When might you get Biden's $1,400 stimulus check?
President-Elect Joe Biden's proposed $1.9 trillion relief bill could face some hurdles, analysts say.
Funeral home staff overwhelmed by waves of COVID-19 deaths
As the U.S. death toll nears 400,000, many funeral homes are straining to keep up with demand for their services.
Biden taps Warren ally for key financial regulation role
Picks to lead the CFPB and SEC are seen as tough defenders of consumer and investor rights.
Starbucks shut some NYC stores ahead of Inauguration Day
Coffee chain cites "abundance of caution" after decision to temporarily close stores because of potential unrest.
Richard Branson company launches rocket from under plane's wing
Virgin Orbit asserts its method offers maximum flexibility since the launching Boeing 747s could take off from airports anywhere.
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Woman investigated for allegedly stealing Pelosi's computer surrenders
A caller who identified themselves as the former partner of Riley Williams told authorities that she planned to give the device to a friend who would sell it to Russia's foreign intelligence service, a claim that authorities are investigating but have not yet confirmed.
Fired Florida COVID data scientist arrested: "Censored by the state"
"Insurrectionists planning attacks across the country this week and Florida is jailing scientists for the crimes of knowing and speaking," she tweeted.
Man arrested for allegedly living in airport for months
The man was using an I.D. badge that an airport employee lost back in October.
Militia group suspects and Army Reservist charged in Capitol riot
Prosecutors are probing Capitol rioters who used military-style tactics and are examining questions of coordination.
"Cowboys for Trump" founder arrested by FBI
Couy Griffin, a New Mexico county official, vowed to return with firearms to the Capitol for the inauguration.
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Moon rocket test firing aborted after engine shutdown
It was not immediately clear what went wrong or what will be needed to fix it.
Blue Origin launches New Shepard test flight
Blue Origin says "we're getting very, very close" to launching passengers to space.
NASA rover celebrates 3,000 days on Mars with epic panorama
The glorious new image captures the 96-mile-wide Gale Crater and part of Mount Sharp, its central mountain.
Astronomers observe death of a distant galaxy for the first time
Galaxy ID2299 is losing its ability to form new stars, causing it to die.
Astronomers discover oldest, most distant supermassive black hole
The supermassive black hole at the center of one of the universe's brightest objects is 1.6 billion times more massive than the sun.
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The evidence that convicted Charles Bryant
An inside look at the investigation into the murder of Jackie Vandagriff.
Newest dog breeds: From tiny toys to massive mastiffs
Have you heard of the Belgian Laekenois? The Cesky terrier? Sloughi? You have now.
How U.S. presidents aged in office
How it started and how its going in America's highest office.
Troubling clues fuel a family's quest for justice
Christian Andreacchio's death was declared a suicide by police but his parents disagree - saying it's more than parental intuition that leads them to believe their son was murdered.
The most anticipated TV shows of 2021 (and when they might be coming back)
Will "The Crown" return in 2021? Will "Survivor"? Here's how COVID-19 is affecting the production and return of your favorite streaming and TV shows.
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Hindsight is 2020: An Unprecedented Election
When a pandemic, a racial reckoning, and rampant misinformation converged, Americans were faced with an election unlike any other. This CBSN documentary follows voters around the country as they grapple with who they're voting for, how they're voting and the issues supercharging the stakes.
Security threats loom before inauguration
The presidential inauguration is facing security threats from extremist groups as preparations continue during President Trump's last day in office. Jeff Pegues reports.
Eye Opener: Feds warn of right-wing attacks
More arrests and charges have been made in the violent siege of the U.S. Capitol as federal officials are warning that right-wing extremists are still planning more attacks. Also, California has become the first state to report 3 million confirmed coronavirus cases. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.
1/18: Red and Blue
Final days of President Trump's administration; President-elect Biden pressured to reform filibuster.
CBSN Originals: "The QAnon Effect"
What started out as a fringe conspiracy theory in 2017 has recently spread into the mainstream. Dozens of people linked to the baseless QAnon conspiracy theory ran for federal office in 2020, and two were elected to Congress. This CBSN Originals documentary explores how QAnon has taken root amid challenging times and a growing distrust in American institutions, and what it means for the future of the country.