Ho Ho Hookah?
Pa. smoke shop has Santa inhaling from a hookah, generating mixed reaction from locals
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Santa's little helper: "Eggbert" the talking egg?
Santa is getting a little help this year from a two-feet tall talking egg named "Eggbert" at a N.Y. plant nursery.
Christmas gift sent in 2010 arrives a year late
U.S. Postal Service apologizes for losing Ark. woman's Christmas gift to Fla. mom in the mail for more than a year
Holiday travelers: How to avoid ID theft
Find out how people try to steal your identity on the road; Expert gives tips to keep your info secure
Santa's Land, New England tradition, closes
Putney, Vt., attraction ends 54-year run due to economy, rising gas prices
Texas anti-DUI ads feature Santa, reindeer
The Texas Department of Transportation has anti-drunk driving campaign where Santa calls a cab to replace imbibing reindeer
Holiday coffee drinks pack sugary punch: Video
Cbsnews.com's Felipe Maya puts three popular holiday coffee drinks to the test to find out how much sugar the drinks contain
Holiday drinks: The sweetest of the sweet
From peppermint mochas to eggnog lattes, tis' the season for America's biggest coffee chains to compete over which drink will warm your heart this holiday season. Felipe Maya reports.
Christmas around the World
A look at Christmas celebrations across the globe
Calif. teen is no Santa, gets stuck in chimney
Firefighters had to rescue 18-year-old curfew-breaker with ropes and a ladder truck
'Tis the season: CD and box set reviews
Looking for gift ideas for music lovers? MTV's Bill Flanagan has some answers
Sweet holiday drinks to skip, and pick
Expert points to beverages with more sugar and calories than desserts, and suggests healthier holiday spirits
Fun kitchen gadgets: Perfect gifts for foodies
Expert shares great gift ideas sure to please them
Great gifts for foodies
Author Amy Goodman shows Rebecca Jarvis some of the hottest kitchen gadgets that would make the perfect holiday gift for all the food and cooking lovers in your world.
"Operation Santa"
Once a year, the Postal Service becomes the North Pole, fielding millions of letters addressed to Santa sent from the less fortunate hoping for a gift this Christmas. "Operation Santa" welcomes people to choose a letter and give a gift to the sender.
Holiday drinks to avoid, and choose
Some liquid staples of the holiday season are so full of calories, they're like desserts. Russ Mitchell talks with Matt Bean, who points to healthier alternatives.
Free Shipping Day: How to buy wise to ship free
Personal finance expert: Beware of minimum spending amount, free shipping on select or non-sale items and hidden return costs
Santa becoming cyberspace maven
St. Nick now knows way around social media, Skype, Web
Matt Damon turns into Damon Claus for his cause
Matt Damon dons a Santa suit to promote the gift of clean water for his foundation Water.org
Peruvian festival lets fighting solve problems
Kids, men, women partake in holiday dating to Incans where people settle conflicts with their fists
Atheists squeeze nativity scenes from Calif. park
City's new lottery system for awarding use of public space benefits groups against organized religion; Churches cry conspiracy
Bad economy pushes parents to put off Christmas
Annual holiday survey finds 6 percent of respondents plan to wait until new year for bulk of Christmas shopping
Holiday injuries on the rise, says government
Consumer Product Safety Commission said more than 13,000 went to emergency for holiday-related injuries, up 30 percent from 2007
Great gifts for guys, all for less than $100
Expert from Thrillist.com shares possibilities ranging from fashion to food to sports and more
Pa. community engaged in Christmas light fight
Some in Bucks County development insist on a brighter idea...colored lights
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Women's golf celebrates major milestone
The Ladies Professional Golf Association is marking 75 years in 2025. Golf has seen growth over the past five years, especially among women who now make up 28% of all U.S. golfers. Amanda Balionis looks at the future of women in the sport.
Whoopi Goldberg on All-Women's Sports Network
Whoopi Goldberg co-founded the "All Women's Sports Network," which is the first-ever global sports network exclusively dedicated to female athletes and sports. She explains the sports it features and why she's passionate about showcasing female athletes.
Alex Cooper alleges sexual harassment
Alex Cooper, host of the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, is speaking out about sexual harassment that she says she experienced while playing soccer at Boston University. CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports.
Ashley Gorley talks Songwriters Hall of Fame
Ashley Gorley is responsible for 83 country chart topping singles, including hits like Post Malone's "I Had Some Help" and "Last Night" by Morgan Wallen. He speaks to "CBS Mornings Plus" about being part of the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame class.
Harvey Weinstein retrial ends in mistrial over rape charge
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Carrie Coon talks role in "The Gilded Age"
Actor Carrie Coon stars as Bertha Russell in "The Gilded Age," a hit series that is set in the late 19th century. Her character tries to break into high society by throwing around the wealth of her railroad tycoon husband. She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the series, which returns to HBO on June 22.
Details on Songwriters Hall of Fame honorees
Nile Rodgers, chairman of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the 2025 inductees. The class includes "Doobie Brothers" members Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald and Patrick Simmons, plus Mike Love of the Beach Boys.
From the archives: The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson
The death, at age 82, of Brian Wilson, one of the founding members of the '60s group the Beach Boys, was announced on Wed., June 11, 2025. Ten years ago, the singer-songwriter talked with correspondent Anthony Mason about a creative life marred by depression and drugs (dramatized in the film "Love & Mercy), and about his new solo album, "No Pier Pressure." (Originally broadcast on "Sunday Morning" July 19, 2015.)
Harvey Weinstein guilty of criminal sexual assault as jury reaches partial verdict
Weinstein was convicted of one of two counts of criminal sexual assault. The jury told the judge they hadn't reached a verdict on the third degree rape charge.
Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys visionary leader, dies at age 82
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Details on the new action-comedy, "Deep Cover"
"Deep Cover" is the newest action-comedy starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom and Nick Mohammed. Dallas Howard and Mohammad join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the film, which hits streaming services June 12.
"Weird Al" Yankovic on 2025 tour
Grammy winner "Weird Al" Yankovic is hitting the road for his upcoming tour "Bigger and Weirder." He talks about his songwriting process, touring again and more.
Why students and stars are turning to typewriters
Vintage machines are gaining popularity, driven by a wave of support from celebrities like Taylor Swift and Tom Hanks.
Aaron Rodgers reveals he's married but his wife remains a mystery
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
TikTok's biggest star leaves U.S. after being detained by ICE agents
Khaby Lame rose to international fame during the pandemic without ever saying a word in his videos. He has over 162 million followers on TikTok.
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Appeals court won't rehear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll case
President Trump has previously indicated he would challenge the E. Jean Carroll case all the way to the Supreme Court.
Stocks fall as oil prices surge following Israel attack on Iran
Stocks are down and oil prices have surged in the wake of the Israel's military strike on Iran early Friday.
Biggest great white shark recorded by group moves up Atlantic coast
Contender, a nearly 14-foot long adult great white male shark, was first tagged by OCEARCH in January 2025.
Pack of dogs kills 15-year-old Arkansas girl who was caring for them
Saline County Sheriff's Office said about 30 dogs were being housed at a makeshift animal rescue.
Tesla raises prices on new Model S and X vehicles in the U.S.
Tesla rolled out new versions of its Model S and Model X vehicles Friday, upping prices by $5,000.
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Stocks fall as oil prices surge following Israel attack on Iran
Stocks are down and oil prices have surged in the wake of the Israel's military strike on Iran early Friday.
Tesla raises prices on new Model S and X vehicles in the U.S.
Tesla rolled out new versions of its Model S and Model X vehicles Friday, upping prices by $5,000.
Stock markets slide and oil prices surge after Israel attack on Iran
Stock futures in the U.S. dropped and global oil prices jumped following an Israeli strike targeting Iran's nuclear facilities.
The price you pay for an Obamacare plan could surge next year
An estimated 4 million Americans will lose health insurance over the next decade if Congress doesn't extend enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act marketplace coverage.
Thrifting interest explodes for Americans worried about rising clothing prices
The secondhand market is expected to more than double by 2028, according to a resale report from Thredup, an online thrift store.
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Appeals court won't rehear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll case
President Trump has previously indicated he would challenge the E. Jean Carroll case all the way to the Supreme Court.
Second judge blocks portions of Trump order on elections
U.S. District Judge Denise Casper agreed to grant a preliminary injunction sought by attorneys general from 19 states.
Trump urges Iran to "make a deal, before there is nothing left"
President Trump made his first public comments since Israel's military began its assault on Iran, urging it to "make a deal, before there is nothing left."
Kilmar Abrego Garcia to be arraigned on human trafficking charges in Tennessee
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was deported in error and returned to the U.S. last week, appears in court to face human trafficking charges in Nashville.
The price you pay for an Obamacare plan could surge next year
An estimated 4 million Americans will lose health insurance over the next decade if Congress doesn't extend enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act marketplace coverage.
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The price you pay for an Obamacare plan could surge next year
An estimated 4 million Americans will lose health insurance over the next decade if Congress doesn't extend enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act marketplace coverage.
Average age of moms giving birth in U.S. rises to nearly 30 years old
Average age also increased for first-time moms, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Experts say there are a few reasons why.
CDC purges career officials from oversight of vaccine committee
News of their removal comes after the firing of the CDC's outside vaccine advisers.
RFK Jr. taps allies, COVID vaccine critics for CDC advisory panel
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the previous roster of the CDC's vaccine advisers on Monday.
Some Zicam, Orajel products recalled over potential fungal contamination
Some Zicam and Orajel products are being recalled after fungi was found in the cotton swab components, federal health officials said.
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Airspace closed over multiple Middle East countries, Tel Aviv airport shut down
Airspace was closed over Israel, Jordan, Iran and Iraq on Friday after Israel attacked Iran with a wave of airstrikes.
Air India plane crash survivor: "Everything happened in front of my eyes"
"It felt like the plane came to a standstill (in the air) for 5 to 10 seconds," 40-year-old Viswash Kumar Ramesh said. He was in seat 11A when the Air India flight crashed.
First "black box" found amid wreckage of Air India flight 171
Air India plane crash investigators find the first of the "black boxes" from the Boeing 787-8 that slammed into buildings, killing all but one of the 242 people on board.
Iran launches drones at Israel as Israel attacks Iran's nuclear sites
Israel's military says Iran launched more than 100 drones in what appeared to be the start of Iranian retaliation for Israeli strikes on its nuclear facilities.
Owner of Dominican nightclub whose roof collapsed arrested
A government-appointed committee that includes international experts is still investigating what caused the roof to collapse.
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Women's golf celebrates major milestone
The Ladies Professional Golf Association is marking 75 years in 2025. Golf has seen growth over the past five years, especially among women who now make up 28% of all U.S. golfers. Amanda Balionis looks at the future of women in the sport.
Whoopi Goldberg on All-Women's Sports Network
Whoopi Goldberg co-founded the "All Women's Sports Network," which is the first-ever global sports network exclusively dedicated to female athletes and sports. She explains the sports it features and why she's passionate about showcasing female athletes.
Alex Cooper alleges sexual harassment
Alex Cooper, host of the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, is speaking out about sexual harassment that she says she experienced while playing soccer at Boston University. CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports.
Ashley Gorley talks Songwriters Hall of Fame
Ashley Gorley is responsible for 83 country chart topping singles, including hits like Post Malone's "I Had Some Help" and "Last Night" by Morgan Wallen. He speaks to "CBS Mornings Plus" about being part of the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame class.
Harvey Weinstein retrial ends in mistrial over rape charge
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
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Google, OpenAI, Spotify and other platforms hit by widespread outage
Google, OpenAI, Spotify, Amazon Web Services ad Thursday after a widespread tech outage.
Meta files lawsuit against maker of "nudify" app technology
Meta ramps up efforts to block ads for AI technology used to create fake nude images of real people.
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.
Facial recognition identifying jail escapees
After 10 inmates escaped a New Orleans jail, authorities used facial recognition software to help locate and arrest an escapee. But as facial recognition has become a more common tool, groups like the ACLU have raised concerns about its use. Anna Schecter, who covers crime and safety for CBS News, breaks it all down.
What to know about facial recognition
Facial recognition technology was used by authorities to locate one of the 12 escaped New Orleans inmates. Some groups are concerned that the crime-solving tactic breaches privacy. CBS News' Anna Schecter explains what to know.
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Invasive Asian needle ants pose risks
As summer kicks into high gear, the U.S. Forest Service is warning about an invasive Asian needle ant species found in dozens of states. Eric Day, entomologist at Virginia Tech, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Japanese probe's second straight attempt at moon landing a failure
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace was aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
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Vegas shooting that killed couple was livestreamed by victims
Police said the shooting near the landmark Bellagio fountains was an isolated incident between the victims and the suspect, who had been feuding on social media.
Examining Trump's push for death penalty
President Trump signed an executive order on the first day of his second term stating, "capital punishment is an essential tool for deterring and punishing those who would commit the most heinous crimes." Justin Mazzola, researcher for Amnesty International, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the future of capital punishment in the U.S.
Sean Combs' ex-girlfriend wraps up testimony
Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend concluded her testimony in the music mogul's sex trafficking trial on Thursday after several days on the stand. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Judge declares mistrial in Weinstein retrial
The judge in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial declared a mistrial on the case's remaining rape charge after the jury foresperson said he was threatened by another juror and declined to continue deliberations. CBS News correspondent Nikki Battiste has the latest.
Harvey Weinstein retrial ends in mistrial over rape charge
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
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Commercial crew launch delayed while ISS air leak assessed
NASA wants to evaluate recent efforts to stop a small but persistent air leak in the Russian segment of the space station.
Axiom-4 mission delayed due to leak
NASA delayed the Axiom Mission 4 launch on Wednesday after SpaceX detected a liquid oxygen leak during a Falcon 9 rocket inspection. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Report: Pentagon, NASA push SpaceX competitors
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Implications of Trump-Musk feud on NASA
The emerging feud between President Trump and Elon Musk could have a ripple effect on America's space program. Jeff Foust, senior staff writer for Space News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the implications.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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Women's golf celebrates major milestone
The Ladies Professional Golf Association is marking 75 years in 2025. Golf has seen growth over the past five years, especially among women who now make up 28% of all U.S. golfers. Amanda Balionis looks at the future of women in the sport.
Israel, Iran trade strikes
Israel says it sent warplanes to strike Iran's air defenses and nuclear program. Top Iranian generals were also killed in the strikes, Israel says. Iran has launched drones at Israel in response. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more.
Business booms for 2 dads' lower alcohol beer
Two dads turned to one of their favorite breweries in Washington, D.C., to help them create a beer that has a lower alcohol by volume. A year later, "Dad Strength Brewing" was born. This Father's Day, it's sold at over 300 stores in D.C., Maryland and Virginia, with the hopes of going national.
Whoopi Goldberg on All-Women's Sports Network
Whoopi Goldberg co-founded the "All Women's Sports Network," which is the first-ever global sports network exclusively dedicated to female athletes and sports. She explains the sports it features and why she's passionate about showcasing female athletes.
Analysis of Israel attack on Iran
Retired Marine Gen. Frank McKenzie, a CBS News contributor and former head of U.S. Central Command, explains the ongoing developments between Israel and Iran and what U.S. leaders could do in response.