Epstein messages show effort to connect with former friend Bill Gates
"He wants to talk to you but his wife won't let him," an apparent adviser to Gates told Epstein.
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Epstein bill heading to Trump's desk after clearing final hurdle in Congress
The House sent to the Senate a bill that would force the release of the Epstein files, the final procedural move before President Trump's signature.
Epstein survivor expresses hope for transparency after vote to release files
Annie Farmer, who testified that she was sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about what she expects from the Epstein files.
Why this GOP congressman voted against releasing the Epstein files
GOP Rep. Clay Higgins was the only House member to vote against a bill that would require the Justice Department to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Epstein files bill will head to Trump's desk after approval by House and Senate
The Senate has approved the Epstein Files Transparency Act to compel the release of documents, after the House passed it 427 to 1.
Will more Epstein files be released? Congress adds pressure on Trump's DOJ.
The measure compelling the Justice Department to release materials related to Jeffrey Epstein won congressional approval. In a sudden reversal, President Trump told lawmakers they should vote for it.
Inside Jeffrey Epstein's relationship with Saudi Arabia
Documents suggest Epstein had contacts with the Saudi royal family and traveled to the Kingdom in the last years of his life.
Larry Summers says he's "stepping back from public commitments" over Epstein emails
Former Harvard President Larry Summers said Monday he's "deeply ashamed" after messages between him and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were released last week.
Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files
In a reversal, President Trump says House Republicans should vote to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. House GOP leaders intend to hold a vote Tuesday, sources say.
Trump asks Justice Department to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
Greene says Trump's stance on Epstein files is "huge miscalculation"
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene told "CBS Mornings" that President Trump's opposition to releasing files from the federal investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "huge miscalculation."
Epstein's emails, texts with inner circle show Trump was a regular topic
Thousands of pages of Epstein documents released by the House Oversight Committee include emails and texts with close contacts that often touched on President Trump.
Epstein said Trump "knew about the girls" in 2019 email, House Democrats say
The three emails appear to be exchanges between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, as well as the author Michael Wolff and Epstein.
Epstein petition secures final signature to force House vote on releasing files
An effort to force a House vote on compelling the Justice Department to release materials related to Jeffrey Epstein secured the final signature it needed Wednesday.
Ghislaine Maxwell plans to ask Trump to commute sentence, House Democrats say
Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking co-conspirator, is planning to apply for a commutation of her 20-year prison sentence, House Judiciary Committee Democrats say.
Dems seek details on Epstein co-conspirator probe that was "inexplicably killed"
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein provided the Justice Department with "precise and detailed" information about 20 alleged co-conspirators, House Democrats say.
King Charles wants brother Andrew stripped of his final military title
The former Prince Andrew is set to lose his final military title, as King Charles continues shunning his younger brother over historic ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Epstein cultivated celebrity relationships, even as his 2019 arrest neared
Jeffrey Epstein's schedule, flight logs and personal calendars detail his connections with high-profile people including Woody Allen and leaders in finance and public affairs.
Virginia Giuffre's memoir gives personal account of Prince Andrew accusations
Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir shares a personal account of the story that made headlines worldwide: her accusations against Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein.
Jeffrey Epstein survivor Virginia Giuffre, in her own words
She was a 16-year-old employee at Mar-a-Lago in 2000 when she says she was recruited into Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking ring. Before her death by suicide earlier this year, Giuffre wrote a memoir, "Nobody's Girl," and sought the release of the Epstein Files.
Prince Andrew gives up his royal titles in fallout from Epstein scandal
Britain's Prince Andrew will not use his royal titles any longer, he said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Friday.
In Epstein's cell, a scene of disarray without thorough inspection
Photos of Jeffrey Epstein's cell show a scene of disarray that never underwent a proper inspection, according to experts.
Sarah Ferguson dropped by U.K. charities over reported Epstein email
Newspapers in the U.K. published an email that Prince Andrew's ex-wife Sarah Ferguson reportedly wrote to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The night Jeffrey Epstein claimed his cellmate tried to kill him
New internal documents reveal details of an incident that left Jeffrey Epstein injured and on suicide watch days before his death.
British ambassador to U.S. fired over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Britain's Ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, has been fired by Prime Minister Keir Starmer over new information about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
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Police kill suspect in deadly kidnapping
On Wednesday night in Chino Hills, about 30 miles south of Los Angeles, deputies fatally shot a suspect after a deadly kidnapping. Carter Evans reports as authorities piece together exactly what happened.
Hair sample found at Nancy Guthrie's home inconclusive as search hits 6-month mark
A hair sample found at the home of Nancy Guthrie came back inconclusive after undergoing testing, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed Thursday.
First responders testify in Lindsay Clancy trial
First responders testified Thursday in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who admitted to killing her three children but pleaded not guilty to three counts of first-degree murder. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Peptide vendor sentenced to nearly 6 years in prison: "An incredible trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly six years in prison after finding the business deceived customers and sold products that were adulterated with steroids.
Details on Colin Gray sentence
Colin Gray, father of Appalache High School shooter Colt Gray, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Thursday for his part in the 2024 tragedy perpetrated by his son. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more.
First case in Alien Terrorist Removal Court
The Department of Justice is seeking to deport the mother of a convicted ISIS supporter through the Alien Terrorist Removal Court, which has never before been used. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the story.
McHenry Co. coroner working to ID partial remains pulled from Fox River
Authorities have not yet identified partial human remains found in the Fox River, and it is not yet known whether they are connected to a boat crash or another incident.
Colin Gray sentenced to 15 years in prison
Colin Gray, the father of Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Thursday. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more.
Leto denies sexual misconduct allegations
Multiple women accused performer Jared Leto of sexual misconduct in a new BBC documentary. Leto denies the allegations. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more details.
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
U.S. investigating if Iran was behind cyberattack on Minnesota water systems
Malicious cyber activity affected technology at more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota this week, leading authorities to dig into whether Iranian actors are behind the attack, CBS News has learned.
Stolen Civil War-era cannonballs found in suitcase at Alabama airport
Law enforcement officials say a set of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs was discovered in a passenger's suitcase during a routine security screening at Alabama's Gulf Shores International Airport.
Hair sample found at Nancy Guthrie's home inconclusive as search hits 6-month mark
A hair sample found at the home of Nancy Guthrie came back inconclusive after undergoing testing, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed Thursday.
American Airlines makes its flight refund policy more restrictive
American Airlines is tightening its flight refund and cancellation policy. Here's what to know.
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
American Airlines makes its flight refund policy more restrictive
American Airlines is tightening its flight refund and cancellation policy. Here's what to know.
Poll analysis on cost of living and whether political parties have answers
Big majorities of Americans have said their incomes are not keeping up with inflation, and feel the president isn't focused enough on the issue.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
Lawsuit alleges that a drive storing $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
Mortgage rates hit highest level in a year amid inflation fears
Mortgage rates are drifting higher as the Fed's interest rate decision and war in the Middle East fuel inflation concerns.
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Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved,
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
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Pentagon weighs eliminating civilian tenure at military academies, draft memo says
The Pentagon is considering a sweeping remake of military higher education, including an end to civilian tenure and a "line-by-line" review of courses, according to a draft memo obtained by CBS News.
Trump says Hamas agreed to next phase of Gaza peace deal, including disarmament
President Trump said Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
U.S. investigating if Iran was behind cyberattack on Minnesota water systems
Malicious cyber activity affected technology at more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota this week, leading authorities to dig into whether Iranian actors are behind the attack, CBS News has learned.
Poll analysis on cost of living and whether political parties have answers
Big majorities of Americans have said their incomes are not keeping up with inflation, and feel the president isn't focused enough on the issue.
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Senate committee advances Dr. Erica Schwartz to be Trump's CDC director
If confirmed by the full Senate, Dr. Erica Schwartz would become the 22nd director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Millions of kids have caffeine in their diet. It's not all coming from soda.
On any given day, kids consume an average of 19.4 milligrams of caffeine, which is about two-thirds of what's in a can of Coke, according to a new report.
Extended Interview: Jay Bhattacharya
Rob Gutman speaks with Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health and acting director of the CDC, about Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions during the pandemic, the possible origins of COVID-19, vaccines and more.
Acting CDC director on Fauci's testimony
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the director of the National Institutes of Health and the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention spoke with Matt Gutman about Dr. Anthony Fauci's hearing on Wednesday and other health issues that affect many Americans.
Fauci invokes the Fifth over 100 times
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced an angry Senate hearing on Wednesday, with Republicans confronting him over diary entries and his handling of the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nikole Killion has more.
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Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved,
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
Trump says Hamas agreed to next phase of Gaza peace deal, including disarmament
President Trump said Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
What the fires burning near Bordeaux's vineyards could mean for France's wine industry
In France, wildfires this summer have already burned an area four times the size of Paris, driving hundreds of thousands of people from their homes.
CONCACAF rejects Infantino's World Cup investment plan after UEFA's boycott threat
North America's soccer body on Thursday rejected FIFA president Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private equity investors, joining European nations in opposition.
Spain deploys military to Morocco border after migrant crossings, 9 deaths
Spain will deploy its military to Ceuta to help restore order at its border with Morocco after local authorities in Ceuta had asked the central government in Madrid for reinforcements.
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"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" swings into theaters
Just weeks after "Supergirl" underperformed at the box office, the ninth live-action Spider-Man film since 2002 is expected to premiere with a projected global opening of as much as $465 million. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss.
From the archives: Spider-Man creator Stan Lee
The creator of such superheroes as Spider-Man, Iron Man, the Avengers and the Fantastic Four, Stan Lee (1922-2018) was a comic book genius whose characters made him a superhero himself to legions of fans. In this report that originally aired Jan. 17, 2016, Lee talked with "Sunday Morning" correspondent Lee Cowan about his marvelous life story that, fittingly, was published in comic-book form.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
Lawsuit alleges that a drive storing $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
From the archives: "Once" songwriter Glen Hansard
Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, an Oscar-winner for "Once" (which became a Tony Award-winning musical), died July 29, 2026 at age 56. In this March 17, 2013 "Sunday Morning" profile, Hansard talked with Anthony Mason about growing up as a street performer in Dublin, and his meteoric rise to fame as a member of the rock band The Frames and (with Markéta Irglová) half of the duo The Swell Season. Also: A web extra featuring Hansard busking on the streets of New York City.
BTS skipping the next Grammy Awards
BTS said they will not submit their latest album for Grammy consideration, which came after the group's yearslong hiatus to fulfill their mandatory military duty. Emily Curl explains why the group's decision may be connected to the academy adding a new category.
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
Altman expresses support for AI slowdown
Emily Birnbaum, a corporate lobbying reporter at Bloomberg News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., mean for the industry as he voices his support for pacing AI development.
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.
OpenAI CEO meets with key Trump advisers
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is meeting with high-ranking Trump administration advisers following his talks with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. This comes as some tech workers criticize the rapid development of AI, demanding that the government create new safety regulations. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more.
Inside the advancements in AI
CBS News contributor Matt Shumer, a venture capitalist, told "CBS Mornings" artificial intelligence advancements are moving "way more quickly than anyone anticipated." Shumer addresses recent developments in AI and its impact on the workforce.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Police kill suspect in deadly kidnapping
On Wednesday night in Chino Hills, about 30 miles south of Los Angeles, deputies fatally shot a suspect after a deadly kidnapping. Carter Evans reports as authorities piece together exactly what happened.
Hair sample found at Nancy Guthrie's home inconclusive as search hits 6-month mark
A hair sample found at the home of Nancy Guthrie came back inconclusive after undergoing testing, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed Thursday.
First responders testify in Lindsay Clancy trial
First responders testified Thursday in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who admitted to killing her three children but pleaded not guilty to three counts of first-degree murder. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Peptide vendor sentenced to nearly 6 years in prison: "An incredible trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly six years in prison after finding the business deceived customers and sold products that were adulterated with steroids.
Details on Colin Gray sentence
Colin Gray, father of Appalache High School shooter Colt Gray, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Thursday for his part in the 2024 tragedy perpetrated by his son. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" swings into theaters
Just weeks after "Supergirl" underperformed at the box office, the ninth live-action Spider-Man film since 2002 is expected to premiere with a projected global opening of as much as $465 million. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss.
Boat company owner donates profits to charity
Eddie Smith, the owner of Grady-White Boats, could have sold his business for hundreds of millions of dollars. Instead, he decided to turn the company over to a charitable trust.
Legal analysis on who decides election rules
President Trump is fighting with 23 states and the District of Columbia over election rules and mail-in ballots. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to discuss.
Sheriff discusses Nancy Guthrie case
Nearly six months after Nancy Guthrie was kidnapped from her home in Tucson, Arizona, Jonathan Vigliotti sat down with the sheriff at the forefront of the investigation.
WNBA game sees sideline controversy
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham made news off the court for her recent comments about transgender athletes in women's sports. Jan Crawford has more.