Rep, Abigail Spanberger discusses being in Capitol during rioting
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell talks with Democratic Virginia Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger about being in the Capitol on the day of the riots last week.
"Intelligence Matters" Podcast With Michael Morell
Middle East perceives that U.S. is withdrawing, says Will Wechsler
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell talks with the Atlantic Council's Will Wechsler about the region's strategic importance.
Intelligence Matters: A CBS News original national security podcast
"Intelligence Matters" is a weekly podcast about national security and policy hosted by CBS News senior national security contributor Michael Morell
Former senior CIA officer recalls double agent's betrayal
On the "Intelligence Matters: Declassified" podcast this week, Mike Morell talks with Marc Polymeropoulos about the day seven service members were killed by suicide bomber in 2009.
Director Bryan Fogel discusses his new film on Jamal Khashoggi's killing
On the "Intelligence Matters" podcast this week, Mike Morell talks with director Bryan Fogel about his latest film, which chronicles the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Disinformation is national security issue says former NSA general counsel
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell talks with Glenn Gerstell about the threat posed by disinformation on social media and how to counter it.
Rep. Jim Himes confident in Biden national security team
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell also talks with Congressman Jim Himes about national security threat posed by COVID-19, rebuilding trust in intelligence community.
Afghan forces are on defensive, says former ambassador
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan Ronald Neumann about national security interests amid the change in administrations.
Former CIA officer talks about first U.S. casualty in Afghanistan
On "Intelligence Matters: Declassified," Mike Morell speaks with retired CIA officer David Tyson about the death of Mike Spann.
Sue Mi Terry discusses North Korea's nuclear advancements
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Sue Mi Terry about possible provocation from the North.
Graham Allison on potential U.S.-China climate conflict
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with national security analyst Graham Allison about the state of the U.S.-China rivalry.
H.R. McMaster weighs in on North Korea, Russia
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with former national security adviser H.R. McMaster about how the next president should handle North Korea and Russia.
Former FBI special agent on election threat posed by Russia, China, Iran
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Clint Watts about the potential election intereference threats posed by these three countries.
Former top CIA analyst on al Qaeda, Iraq and 9/11
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Kristin Wood about her time at the CIA briefing Scooter Libby and then-Vice President Dick Cheney as a backup briefer.
"Blood and Oil" coauthors on bin Salman and the future of Saudi Arabia
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Wall Street Journal's Bradley Hope and Justin Scheck.
Former CIA director denounces "appalling" politicization by Trump spy chief
John Brennan called the move to declassify certain documents an "outrageous, appalling and blatant act of politicization."
Ex- CIA head Brennan on ethics of intel, challenges to democracy
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with former CIA Director John Brennan.
Lawfare Institute's David Priess on the Presidential Daily Brief
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Priess, former daily intelligence briefer and CIA officer about the history, content and aim of the PDB.
Biden foreign policy adviser Antony Blinken on top global challenges
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Antony Blinken about Biden's foreign policy priorities and his approach to top global security challenges.
Bill McRaven and Michael Morell: The Raid on bin Laden's compound
On "Intelligence Matters: Declassified," CBS News reporter Olivia Gazis interviews Michael Morell and retired Admiral Bill McRaven about the raid on the complex in Abbottabad that brought Osama bin Laden to justice.
Historian Hal Brands on COVID-19's effect on world order
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Brands about the opportunities that may emerge from the COVID-19 outbreak, as well as the challenges.
Former CIA analyst on transferring skills from CIA to Disney
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Rodney Faraon, a former China analyst for the CIA who went on to work at Disney, and in the film and investment industries.
Former CIA senior clandestine services officer on pursuing "Russian ten"
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Hoffman about the decade-long pursuit of 10 Russian illegals living and operating in the U.S.
Top national cybersecurity talks about how to protect the elections
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell talks with Anne Neuberger about lessons learned about deterring Russia in the 2018 midterm elections.
Bill McKibben on national security implications of climate change
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell discusses with McKibben the current trends in climate change and how they could lead to future catastrophes, if unchecked.
Politics
Live Updates: FBI tracking "concerning online chatter" before inauguration
"We're looking at individuals who may have an eye towards repeating that same kind of violence that we saw last week," said FBI Director Chris Wray.
This week on "Face the Nation," January 17, 2021
Incoming CDC Dir. Rochelle Walensky and FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Major airlines banning guns in checked bags to D.C. airports
FAA Administrator cites recent disturbances on planes, noting "a trend after the breach of the Capitol last week."
Biden's inauguration to feature ceremony honoring COVID-19 victims
Officials are asking cities around the country to participate by illuminating buildings and ringing church bells during the ceremony.
Biden speaks on plan to administer COVID-19 vaccines to U.S. population
The president-elect has unveiled his $1.9 trillion coronavirus economic relief package, which includes a drive to vaccinate 100 million people in his first 100 days in office.
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.
Russia following U.S. to abandon Open Skies arms control treaty
For years, Moscow and Washington have blamed each other for letting arms control agreements fall by the wayside. There's only one left.
700 kids crossed the U.S. border alone after being required to wait in Mexico
"We never expected to experience so much suffering on this border," said one migrant father.
Pelosi: Smaller inauguration is "not a concession to the terrorists"
"We have to have more security than the intelligence might warrant. I think in this case, redundancy might be necessary," she said.
Biden unveils $1.9 trillion economic relief as Trump's Senate trial looms
Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said the Senate would not reconvene before January 19, the day before Mr. Trump leaves office.
World
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How much do people around the world trust the COVID vaccines?
CBS News foreign journalists give a glimpse of trust, and mistrust, in coronavirus vaccination plans in 9 countries, and what's behind them.
Coronavirus death toll tops 2 million worldwide
The United States, with about 4% of the world's population, has reported about one-fifth of all reported deaths globally.
Entire Dutch government resigns over child welfare scandal
Investigations into child welfare payments wrongly labeled thousands of parents as fraudsters.
Russia following U.S. to abandon Open Skies arms control treaty
For years, Moscow and Washington have blamed each other for letting arms control agreements fall by the wayside. There's only one left.
700 kids crossed the U.S. border alone after being required to wait in Mexico
"We never expected to experience so much suffering on this border," said one migrant father.
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Will past outbreaks give a blueprint for vaccinating the homeless?
Distrust in the medical system, a lack of primary care and a two-dose regimen for those without permanent housing are high hurdles.
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.
Live Updates: FBI tracking "concerning online chatter" before inauguration
"We're looking at individuals who may have an eye towards repeating that same kind of violence that we saw last week," said FBI Director Chris Wray.
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This week on "Face the Nation," January 17, 2021
Incoming CDC Dir. Rochelle Walensky and FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Politics
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Live Updates: FBI tracking "concerning online chatter" before inauguration
"We're looking at individuals who may have an eye towards repeating that same kind of violence that we saw last week," said FBI Director Chris Wray.
This week on "Face the Nation," January 17, 2021
Incoming CDC Dir. Rochelle Walensky and FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Major airlines banning guns in checked bags to D.C. airports
FAA Administrator cites recent disturbances on planes, noting "a trend after the breach of the Capitol last week."
Biden's inauguration to feature ceremony honoring COVID-19 victims
Officials are asking cities around the country to participate by illuminating buildings and ringing church bells during the ceremony.
Biden speaks on plan to administer COVID-19 vaccines to U.S. population
The president-elect has unveiled his $1.9 trillion coronavirus economic relief package, which includes a drive to vaccinate 100 million people in his first 100 days in office.
Entertainment
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Kyrie Irving fined $50,000 by NBA for attending indoor party
Irving will be able to rejoin team activities after completing a five-day quarantine.
Post Malone gives free pairs of shoes to healthcare workers
Not only are they giving out free shoes, but the limited edition pairs are already sold out online.
Sarah Cooper: I'm moving on from lip-syncing Trump
Preview: The comedian talks with "Sunday Morning" about life after becoming a social media phenomenon lampooning the president.
"Bob Hearts Abishola" star talks show's heart
Actor Folake Olowofoyeku, who stars as Nigerian nurse Abishola in the popular CBS sitcom "Bob Hearts Abishola," joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about an upcoming dramatic twist in the show. Plus, she discusses her single that dropped this week, which she describes as an ode to melanin.
Rare Mickey Mantle card sells for record-breaking $5.2 million
Actor Rob Gough, who bought the 1952 card, called it the "Mona Lisa of sports cards."
Technology
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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.
How manufacturers make it impossible to repair your gadgets
Americans are throwing away $40 billion a year unwillingly upgrading items we can't fix, a consumer group claims.
It could be years until full benefits of 5G are unlocked
5G has been front and center at the annual CES, held virtually this year.
Grubhub to deliver Girl Scout cookies during pandemic
Fear not, you can still get your Tagalongs and Thin Mints in a pandemic-safe way this year — through Grubhub.
Trump permanently banned from using Snapchat
Social media app cites the president's "attempts to spread misinformation, hate speech and incite violence."
Science
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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.
2020 is "effectively tied" for warmest year on record
New data from NASA, NOAA and Berkeley Earth show Earth's fever continues to escalate
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.
Health
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Will past outbreaks give a blueprint for vaccinating the homeless?
Distrust in the medical system, a lack of primary care and a two-dose regimen for those without permanent housing are high hurdles.
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.
How much do people around the world trust the COVID vaccines?
CBS News foreign journalists give a glimpse of trust, and mistrust, in coronavirus vaccination plans in 9 countries, and what's behind them.
Kyrie Irving fined $50,000 by NBA for attending indoor party
Irving will be able to rejoin team activities after completing a five-day quarantine.
Coronavirus death toll tops 2 million worldwide
The United States, with about 4% of the world's population, has reported about one-fifth of all reported deaths globally.
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These states are doing best (and worst) at vaccinating people
West Virginia is leading the pack, while big states like California and George are struggling, according to CDC data.
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.
Biden unveils $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill
This is the first of two bills Mr. Biden plans to address COVID-19. His transition team said he would introduce a second "recovery" bill in February.
How manufacturers make it impossible to repair your gadgets
Americans are throwing away $40 billion a year unwillingly upgrading items we can't fix, a consumer group claims.
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.
Crime
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Rioters aimed to "capture and assassinate" lawmakers, filing says
Prosecutors say rioter Jacob Chansley, known as the "QAnon Shaman," is a dangerous conspiracy leader who should be detained.
Texas cop shoots and kills Black man during mental health check
Patrick Warren Sr.'s family was expecting a mental health professional to respond when they called for help.
Was a woman targeted because she resembled her killer's ex?
Texas Ranger James Holland believes a young woman's stalker was a serial killer in the making
Restaurant manager uses concealed sign to help rescue abused boy
She noticed he was bruised and a man with him didn't let him order food. Then she sprang into action. One detective described the abuse the boy had suffered as torture.
Man sentenced to life over fatal stabbing of college student
Sean Urbanski, 25, apologized to the parents of 23-year-old Richard Collins III for the "horrible pain" he caused them in the 2017 slaying.
Space
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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.
Mercury, Jupiter and Saturn meet for rare "triple conjunction"
Eager skywatchers have a chance to glimpse a planetary triangle in the night sky this weekend.
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Have you heard of the Belgian Laekenois? The Cesky terrier? Sloughi? You have now.
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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.
Trump supporters storm Capitol in Washington, D.C.
Protesters backing President Donald Trump breached the U.S. Capitol in violent clashes with police.
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Pelosi speaks to "60 Minutes" about Capitol riot
Two days after her own office was ransacked by Trump supporters, the speaker of the House talks to Lesley Stahl about what she experienced that day and more.
Trump's phone call with Brad Raffensperger
Last weekend, President Trump called Georgia's secretary of state, Brad Raffensperger, imploring him with veiled threats and lies to change the outcome of the November election. Raffensperger talks to Scott Pelley of "60 Minutes" about why he didn't give in.
Angus King: The "60 Minutes" interview
Jon Wertheim talks with Maine Senator Angus King, one of two independents in the Senate, about not being hitched to a party in a time of extreme polarization.
The best gadgets you might have missed at CES
Tech companies rolled out new devices geared to pandemic living from monitoring your health to providing comfort.
COVID-19's impact on funeral homes
Funeral directors say they've been inundated with extra work, forcing their staff to work longer hours than usual. The rise in demand has been particularly tough on family-owned funeral homes in small or rural communities.