Justin Bieber, Cee Lo sing for Obama
Justin Bieber, Cee Lo Green and Jennifer Hudson perform for President Barack Obama at "Christmas in Washington"
Holiday Season 2011
Give the gift of entertainment
A list of books, movies and music that make great gifts for everyone on your list
Save $$ over holidays: Fly alternative airlines
Travel editor Peter Greenberg speaks to Erica Hill speaks about how to get great holiday travel deals with smaller, alternative airlines.
Meeting kids' holiday wish list on a budget
Parenting Horizons executive director Julie Ross, author of "How To Hug A Porcupine," speaks to the "Early Show" anchors about how to fulfill a child's wish list this holiday season on a tight budget.
3,600 R.I residents complain over "holiday" tree
Thousands complain to Gov. Lincoln Chafee about decision to call statehouse spruce a holiday -- not Christmas -- tree
Tech Talk holiday gift guide
From stocking stuffers to games and gadgets, we've got fun tech gifts for the whole family
National Christmas Tree lights up Washington
President Obama and his family along with musical guests marked the start of the holiday season at the lighting ceremony Thursday night
Music stars have a "Country Christmas"
Jennifer Nettles, Rascal Flatts and others celebrate a "Country Christmas" with performances and traditions
Bieber, Carey debut Christmas clip
Justin Bieber and Mariah Carey debut new "All I Want For Christmas" video
The Killers unveil holiday song
The Killers release "The Cowboys' Christmas Ball," a new holiday single to benefit (RED)
Justin Bieber, Cee Lo ring in the holidays
Neil Diamond and Carole King also ring in the holidays at the Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting
Gun club offers photos with Santa, weapons
Scottsdale Gun Club, the largest indoor shooting range in the U.S., is letting customers pose with Santa and guns
Seasonal car savings: How to score a deal
Expert explains on why now may be the time to buy
Cool shopping apps to help you save cash
How to find the best deals possible with smartphone applications, whether you're shopping online or in stores
$2 million Christmas tree sparkles in Tokyo
The "Golden Christmas Tree" is made from 26 pounds of gold and stands 8.2 feet tall
Shopping's big weekend a record setter
The average shopper spent nearly $399 over the weekend; Cyber Monday expected to lure more consumers with deep discounts
Tech gifts: Add-ons you may not need
Consumers often over-pay when buying big-ticket items; Tech expert Jennifer Jolly explains why
"12 Days of Christmas" items will cost $101,119
The 364 items in the "12 Days of Christmas" song would cost you over $100,000 this year, an increase of more than four percent from last year. Terrell Brown reports.
Poll: Half concerned they can't afford gifts
CBS News survey finds 50 percent of Americans worried they can't afford gifts they want to buy; 34 percent more stressed than usual
Black Friday shoppers break records
American shoppers broke sales records this Black Friday and Cyber Monday, spending nearly $52.4 billion. Michelle Miller reports.
Black Friday shoppers set holiday record
As the Thanksgiving weekend comes to an end, a new survey finds that 226 million shoppers visited stores and websites - up 14 million from last year. Tony Guida reports.
Hot holiday toys sure to make your kid's list
Toy and parenting expert Shannon Eis discusses price and features of this year's "it" gifts for kids
Best bets for Cyber Monday deals
Personal finance expert Regina Lewis shares where you'll likely save the most on the online shopping holiday
Hot video games make waves this holiday season
GameSpot.com's recommendations for new games to give and get this holiday season
Black Friday a bit of a bust?
Analysts project boost in sales, but less than last year; Retailers go the extra mile to bring out hesitant shoppers
Entertainment
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Belly Laughs festival blends Asian American comedy
A Los Angeles festival called Belly Laughs includes headliners Margaret Cho, Kumail Nanjiani, Bobby Lee and Hasan Minhaj. Lisa Ling shares a meal and conversation with Cho and performer Joel Kim Booster to talk about the cultural power of food and humor.
Michael C. Hall returns as Dexter
Award-winning actor Michael C. Hall joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his return in "Dexter: Resurrection," the highly anticipated sequel series set in New York City. The show picks up ten weeks after the events of "Dexter: New Blood," with Dexter awakening from a coma and hunting a new serial killer.
Oprah Winfrey reveals new book club
In an exclusive announcement on "CBS Mornings," Oprah Winfrey names Culpability her latest summer read. Author Bruce Holsinger joins Oprah and Gayle King to discuss the gripping novel about a family, a deadly crash, and the moral consequences of AI.
Parvati Shallow on life after "Survivor"
Parvati Shallow, one of the most iconic "Survivor" contestants of all time, joins "CBS Mornings" to reflect on her reality TV journey and discuss her new memoir, "Nice Girls Don't Win."
Sean "Diddy" Combs gets standing ovation in prison, lawyer says
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyer says the music mogul got a standing ovation from fellow prisoners when he returned to the federal lockup in Brooklyn after the verdict.
Ron Chernow on the life of Mark Twain
The Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer's latest book delves into the life, complexities and sardonic humor of a man who remains a vital presence in American culture.
Inside "Jaws": Making the film classic
Fifty years ago, a monumental movie premiered that forever changed Hollywood. Ben Mankiewicz talks with actors Richard Dreyfuss and Lorraine Gary and screenwriter Carl Gottlieb about filming the Steven Spielberg blockbuster.
Extended interview: Richard Dreyfuss on filming "Jaws"
In this web exclusive, actor Richard Dreyfuss talks with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz about fighting for the role that would launch his career into the stratosphere: the shark expert Matt Hooper in Steven Spielberg's "Jaws." He also discusses the notoriously problem-plagued production; his awe of co-star Robert Shaw; and the most valuable lesson he learned during the film's 159-day shoot on Martha's Vineyard.
Inside "Jaws": Making the film classic
Fifty years ago, a monumental movie premiered that forever changed Hollywood: Steve Spielberg's "Jaws," adapted from Peter Benchley's bestselling novel, which became the highest-grossing film of its time. Richard Dreyfuss returned to Martha's Vineyard, which hosted the film production in 1974, and talked with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz about the notoriously difficult shoot that nonetheless birthed a blockbuster. Mankiewicz also talks with actress Lorraine Gary and screenwriter Carl Gottlieb about their experiences working with Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, and a young director making his first big-budget studio film.
The world of Rubik's speed cubing
There are 43 quintillion possible permutations on a Rubik's cube – that's 43 billion BILLION! But for some, solving a cube is child's play, as correspondent David Pogue discovered when he met with some speed cubers – including a pair of remarkable world-record holders who are only eight years old.
Extended interview: Sabrina Carpenter
In this web exclusive, correspondent Tracy Smith sits down with Sabrina Carpenter to discuss the music superstar's career path; her "Short n' Sweet" tour; and how her mother influenced her approach to artistic choices and to dealing with fame.
Sabrina Carpenter on the biggest misperceptions about her
"Manchild," the new single from Sabrina Carpenter's upcoming album "Man's Best Friend," debuted last month at #1. It's the latest milestone for the singer-songwriter, whose road to superstardom exploded, in part, because of COVID. Carpenter talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her "Short n' Sweet" tour; the advice her mother gave her; and how she deals with pressure (caffeine helps). [An earlier version of this story originally aired October 6, 2024.]
From the archives: "Jaws" blamed for tourist slump at North Carolina beach
The Steven Spielberg film "Jaws" was doing gangbusters business in theaters once it opened in the summer of 1975, prompting fears of shark attacks among moviegoers – and terror among beach community tourist bureaus, which were convinced the blockbuster thriller was dissuading seasonal visitors from the shore, as reported by CBS News' Bernard Goldberg. (Originally broadcast Aug. 7, 1975.)
Billianne performs "Jessie's Comet"
Rising Canadian singer-songwriter Billianne grew up in a musical family. She went viral on TikTok for her cover of Tina Turner's "The Best," earning praise from stars like Taylor Swift, Joe Jonas, and P!NK. The 22-year-old has now toured across North America and Europe. Here is Billianne with "Jessie's Comet."
Billianne performs "Crush"
Rising Canadian singer-songwriter Billianne grew up in a musical family. She went viral on TikTok for her cover of Tina Turner's "The Best," earning praise from stars like Taylor Swift, Joe Jonas, and P!NK. The 22-year-old has now toured across North America and Europe. Here is Billianne with "Crush."
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Trump administration to subpoena Harvard for info on foreign students
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem accused Harvard of allowing "foreign students to abuse their visa privileges and advocate for violence and terrorism on campus."
Linda Yaccarino stepping down as CEO of X
Yaccarino joined X in June 2023, shortly after billionaire Elon Musk bought the site formerly known as Twitter.
Chipmaker Nvidia becomes first company to surpass $4 trillion in valuation
Chipmaker Nvidia became the first public company to top $4 trillion in value on Wednesday after two-year investor frenzy.
Measles cases in the U.S. hit 1,288, the highest in more than 30 years
The number of measles cases in the United States has surpassed 2019's wave of infections, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data.
Elon Musk tells tech analyst Dan Ives to "Shut up"
Elon Musk told Dan Ives to "shut up" after he made recommendations to Tesla's board on X.
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Linda Yaccarino stepping down as CEO of X
Yaccarino joined X in June 2023, shortly after billionaire Elon Musk bought the site formerly known as Twitter.
Chipmaker Nvidia becomes first company to surpass $4 trillion in valuation
Chipmaker Nvidia became the first public company to top $4 trillion in value on Wednesday after two-year investor frenzy.
Elon Musk tells tech analyst Dan Ives to "Shut up"
Elon Musk told Dan Ives to "shut up" after he made recommendations to Tesla's board on X.
Some Ritz peanut butter crackers recalled due to labeling error
Four carton sizes were recalled due to individually wrapped packs that may be incorrectly labeled as "cheese" even though they may contain peanut butter, federal health officials said.
Can I keep my shoes on at the airport? What to know about TSA rule change.
As of Tuesday, passengers at U.S. airports are no longer required to remove their shoes during the TSA screening process.
Politics
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Trump administration to subpoena Harvard for info on foreign students
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem accused Harvard of allowing "foreign students to abuse their visa privileges and advocate for violence and terrorism on campus."
Freddie, the CBP beagle kicked at Dulles Airport, is returning to work
An Egyptian man has pleaded guilty to malicious assault on a police animal and Homeland Security confirmed he was deported.
Russia launches huge attack on Ukraine, dismisses Trump's criticism
Ukrainian officials say at least 8 people were killed in Russia's biggest drone and missile attack to date, as the Kremlin says it is "quite calm" about Trump's mounting criticism.
ICE frees 64-year-old Iranian mother agents detained after U.S. bombed Iran
ICE has released a 64-year-old Iranian mother agents detained after the U.S. bombed Iran last month.
Trump meets Netanyahu for a second time amid hope for a Gaza ceasefire
Israeli strikes reportedly kill dozens as Trump pushes for a Gaza ceasefire with Israel's visiting leader — which can't come soon enough for Palestinians, and many Israelis.
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Measles cases in the U.S. hit 1,288, the highest in more than 30 years
The number of measles cases in the United States has surpassed 2019's wave of infections, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data.
Some Ritz peanut butter crackers recalled due to labeling error
Four carton sizes were recalled due to individually wrapped packs that may be incorrectly labeled as "cheese" even though they may contain peanut butter, federal health officials said.
Doctors fear ICE agents in health facilities deter people from seeking care
As the Trump administration continues its push to detain undocumented immigrants, doctors are hearing that some patients are avoiding health care settings out of fears over possible ICE raids.
Workplace mental health at risk as key federal agency faces cuts
Efforts to decrease alarmingly high rates of suicide among construction workers and prevent burnout in health care workers are in jeopardy.
Study finds 6% of Florida teens have handguns, a 65% increase over 20 years
Firearms are the leading cause of death among children and teenagers in the United States, and new research found that Florida adolescents carrying handguns increased by 65% from 2002 to 2022.
World
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Ukraine accuses 2 Chinese men of trying to steal info on missile system
Ukraine has detained a Chinese man and his son and accused them of trying to smuggle info on a guided missile system back to Beijing.
Famous art sleuth recovers stolen trove of centuries-old documents
Arthur Brand, nicknamed the "Indiana Jones of the Art World," said the latest discovery was among his most significant.
13 suicides believed linked to U.K. Post Office wrongful convictions scandal
Hundreds of employees were wrongly convicted of theft, fraud and false accounting because of a faulty computer system.
Canadian troops among 3 men charged in "anti-government militia" plot
Canadian police have charged 3 men, including 2 active service members, with training and gathering arms to oppose the government.
Divers exploring ancient shipwreck find artifacts, retrieve wreckage
Divers have spent decades exploring Greece's ancient Antikythera wreck. The latest expedition found relics and retrieved pieces of the ship.
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Belly Laughs festival blends Asian American comedy
A Los Angeles festival called Belly Laughs includes headliners Margaret Cho, Kumail Nanjiani, Bobby Lee and Hasan Minhaj. Lisa Ling shares a meal and conversation with Cho and performer Joel Kim Booster to talk about the cultural power of food and humor.
Michael C. Hall returns as Dexter
Award-winning actor Michael C. Hall joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his return in "Dexter: Resurrection," the highly anticipated sequel series set in New York City. The show picks up ten weeks after the events of "Dexter: New Blood," with Dexter awakening from a coma and hunting a new serial killer.
Oprah Winfrey reveals new book club
In an exclusive announcement on "CBS Mornings," Oprah Winfrey names Culpability her latest summer read. Author Bruce Holsinger joins Oprah and Gayle King to discuss the gripping novel about a family, a deadly crash, and the moral consequences of AI.
Parvati Shallow on life after "Survivor"
Parvati Shallow, one of the most iconic "Survivor" contestants of all time, joins "CBS Mornings" to reflect on her reality TV journey and discuss her new memoir, "Nice Girls Don't Win."
Sean "Diddy" Combs gets standing ovation in prison, lawyer says
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyer says the music mogul got a standing ovation from fellow prisoners when he returned to the federal lockup in Brooklyn after the verdict.
Technology
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Linda Yaccarino stepping down as CEO of X
Yaccarino joined X in June 2023, shortly after billionaire Elon Musk bought the site formerly known as Twitter.
Chipmaker Nvidia becomes first company to surpass $4 trillion in valuation
Chipmaker Nvidia became the first public company to top $4 trillion in value on Wednesday after two-year investor frenzy.
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.
Grok, Elon Musk's AI chatbot on X, posts antisemitic comments, later deleted
The antisemitic posts from Grok came days after Elon Musk wrote on X that the chatbot had been improved "significantly."
Teachers union bringing AI into classroom
The American Federation of Teachers, a labor union representing educators, announced on Tuesday that it is partnering with OpenAI and Microsoft to train instructors on the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom. Paresh Dave, senior writer for Wired, joins CBS News with the details.
Science
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North America's oldest known pterosaur discovered in Arizona, researchers say
Researchers were able to date the fossil of the flying reptile, a close cousin of dinosaurs, back to more than 209 million years ago.
Inside the lab trying to change people's minds about sharks
Scientists at Oregon State University are working to change people's minds about sharks--and are learning more about the health of the ocean in the process.
The stories behind history's most haunting shipwrecks
From the Clotilda to the Titanic, archaeologist James Delgado shares insights from his 50-year career.
Billions of flies to be dumped from planes to fight flesh-eating screwworms
The move is part of the government's plans for protecting the U.S. from the New World screwworm fly, which could devastate its beef industry and even kill household pets.
Key data used in hurricane forecasting will be cut by end of July, NOAA says
A satellite program that has historically been a key source of weather forecasting data will be discontinued no later than July 31, according to a message posted by NOAA.
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Famous art sleuth recovers stolen trove of centuries-old documents
Arthur Brand, nicknamed the "Indiana Jones of the Art World," said the latest discovery was among his most significant.
Missing paddleboarder found dead in Maine was killed, police say
Sunshine Stewart, 48, was found dead during a search last Thursday on Crawford Pond in the town of Union, Maine State Police said.
North Korean operative sanctioned by U.S.
The Treasury Department has sanctioned a North Korean cyber operative accused of running a scheme using remote IT jobs to raise money for leader Kim Jong Un's nuclear program. CBS News Homeland Security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Sean Combs asks for earlier sentencing date
In a court hearing Tuesday, Sean "Diddy" Combs' attorneys asked for an earlier sentencing date than the one currently set for October 3. Combs was convicted last week on prostitution-related charges, but acquitted on the most serious sex trafficking and racketeering counts. Combs faces up to 20 years in prison, but prosecutors are seeking five-to-six years behind bars. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Hero police dog killed by food laced with nails: "Vile attack"
Bruno's trainer urged police to "find the killers before I do."
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First close-up of "cotton candy" nebula captured by world's largest telescope
A new observatory in Chile has produced a stunningly detailed image of a nebula resembling cotton candy, using the largest telescope in the world.
Blue Origin rockets 6 astrotourists on sub-orbital flight to space
Running a week late because of weather, it was clear sailing Sunday for Blue Origin's 13th passenger flight.
Fireball seen as meteorite streaks through sky over Georgia and South Carolina
The American Meteor Society said it received more than 160 reports of a fireball sighting from observers in Georgia and South Carolina.
James Webb telescope captures images of possible newly discovered exoplanet
The exoplanet, a planet beyond our solar system, has been dubbed TWA 7b after NASA's James Webb Space Telescope captured evidence of it.
Webb Telescope captures images of exoplanet
NASA's James Webb Telescope has captured unprecedented pictures of a newly discovered exoplanet, a planet that is outside our solar system.
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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.
Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
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Netanyahu, Trump have another ceasefire talk
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel still has to "finish the job" in Gaza amid another round of ceasefire talks with President Trump. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has the latest from Tel Aviv.
Investors adjust to Trump's tariff threats
President Trump announced a new 50% tariff on copper in a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday as the White House continues to threaten new tariffs on trading partners. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the latest updates.
Social media content creator shows his hustle
Popular content creators attract millions of followers on social media who rarely get a full picture of what goes into their work. Jared Ochacher shows us what the hustle is like for one New York City driver-turned-creator, and looks at where the industry is heading.
NOAA nominee on emergency alert systems
Neil Jacobs, President Trump's nominee to lead the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, spoke about improving emergency alert systems to warn people about severe weather after deadly flash floods swept through Central Texas. Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas asked the question to Jacobs, who was appearing at his Senate confirmation hearing.
More on Russia's strike against Ukraine
Russia launched the largest strike against Ukraine in the more than three-year war, officials said. President Trump expressed frustration toward Russian President Vladimir Putin in a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio and Natalie Brand have the latest.