Why 5 Winter Olympians are on Capitol Hill today
"I want the Winter Olympics to go on forever," said Arielle Gold, who won a bronze in the halfpipe snowboard event in the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Games
Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympics
2 U.S. skiers show, and tell, what the Paralympics is all about
Andrew Kurka and Jamie Stanton both had to overcome recent training injuries to even make it onto the slopes in Pyeongchang
North Korea open to talks with U.S. as Olympics come to a close
The North has "ample intentions of holding talks with the United States," South Korea says
Winter Olympics 2018: Russian athletes take gold in men's hockey
It's the final weekend of the Pyeongchang Games
Ivanka Trump plays diplomatic role at Winter Olympics
The president's eldest daughter — described as a winter sports enthusiast — is leading the U.S. delegation at Sunday's closing ceremony in Pyeongchang
American men win Olympic curling gold
No U.S. curling team, men or women, had ever beaten Canada at the Winter Games
Winter Olympics 2018: Ester Ledecka adds another gold
The winner of Team USA's first gold medal in Pyeongchang returns for another try
2nd Russian athlete fails doping test at Pyeongchang Games
Bobsledder Nadezhda Sergeeva's positive test revealed day before IOC to decide whether to reinstate Russia for closing ceremony
U.S. Olympian tours a South Korean dog meat farm
4 years after rescuing 5 strays during Sochi Games, skier Gus Kenworthy continues advocacy by visiting "one of the saddest places"
Ivanka Trump gets a red-carpet welcome to South Korea
President's daughter to attend games closing ceremony, and convey a very different tone to the one brought by Vice President Mike Pence
2018 Winter Olympics: Russians take gold, silver in women's figure skating
The latest top events featured the culmination of one of the jewels of the Winter Games -- women's figure skating
After bizarre moment, skaters face calls to be booted from Olympics
Over 550,000 signatures have been gathered on online petition to expel Kim Bo-Reum, Park Ji Woo
How did North Korea fare with its last-minute Olympics bid?
North's 22 athletes wrap up competition at Pyeongchang Games without a finish higher than 13th
2018 Winter Olympics: U.S.-Canada cliffhanger for women's hockey gold
Wednesday featured a full slate of primetime events from South Korea
Ivanka Trump to lead U.S. delegation to Olympic closing ceremony
White House officials said she will not be meeting with the North Korean delegation nor with any North Korean defectors
The winner for Olympics' viewers: Broadcast TV
The proliferation of alternatives, including streaming, virtual reality and personalized apps, still can't match up
U.S. women win first-ever cross-country Olympic gold medal
Jessica Diggins blows by Sweden's Stina Nilsson in a blur to capture gold in the team sprint, bringing the U.S. its first gold medal ever in cross-country skiing
Winter Olympics 2018: Women's figure skater's record quickly eclipsed
Women's figure skating short program, women's skiing downhill and men's hockey among the latest main events
N. Koreans backed out of Pence meeting at Olympics, U.S. says
North Korean officials "walked away from a meeting" with Vice President Mike Pence at the Olympics, Pence's office said
Athletes from tropical countries turn up the heat at the Winter Olympics
Twenty-five so-called tropical nations are competing in Pyeongchang -- and it's no accident
Winter Olympics wipeouts
When skaters, skiers and snowboarders push themselves to the limit, sometimes things go wrong
Many athletes who chase Olympic glory face harsh financial reality
Team USA luger Chris Mazdzer won silver medal this year, but it almost didn't happen
Olympic skating dreams? Better have a bank account
Parents footing the bill for a child with world-class aspirations face as daunting a commitment as their young athlete
Curler beaten by Russian charged with doping: "That's not cool"
Norwegian who lost out on Olympic bronze to Russians says "they've robbed us of our moment of glory"
"It feels like gold": U.S. siblings win ice dance bronze
The Shib Sibs - Maia and older brother Alex Shibutani - added a bronze medal in the event to their team bronze early in the Pyeongchang Games
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Thousands march in Britain in solidarity with U.S. protests
"This is our respect to people in America who are suffering right now," said one 18-year-old protester.
SpaceX Crew Dragon docks with space station after historic launch
The successful docking boosted the lab's crew to five and marked a major milestone for NASA.
Trump delays G7 until fall
Earlier Saturday, Angela Merkel said she "cannot confirm" she would be attending amid the coronavirus pandemic.
EU urges Trump to rethink cutting funding to WHO
The U.S. is currently the largest funder of the WHO, and the organization is expected to be weakened by its departure.
Monkeys snatch COVID-19 blood samples from college in India
The monkeys attacked a lab technician before taking off with the samples, officials said.
Zoo worker mauled in "harrowing" attack by lions
The 35-year-old woman suffered serious head and neck injuries after being attacked by 2 male lions.
Ancient Roman mosaic floor unearthed in Italian vineyard
Archeologists discovered the long-sought-after tiles just one week after returning from coronavirus closures.
TikTok video helps reunite Indian family with dad missing for 2 years
"We both burst into tears when we first saw each other. He asked me to come and take him home, signalling in his own way," the man's son said.
Coronavirus forces some of Paris' top restaurants to turn to takeout
World-class chefs find that while adapting fine dining for home dining presents challenges, it can also serve up opportunities.
Trump offers to mediate "raging" standoff between China and India
The Asian giants have long feuded over their Himalayan border, and while thousands of troops are reportedly involved, analysts don't foresee disaster.
China ignores U.S. threats and claims new powers over Hong Kong
Trump administration warned Beijing's adoption of new laws in Hong Kong would bring "significant consequences." But China never flinched.
These women say they had miscarriages. Now they're in jail for abortion.
In El Salvador, the law is clear: If you have an abortion, you go to jail. But many women say they were wrongfully convicted. Could it happen in the U.S.?
Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China
Pompeo had warned that a new national security law proposed by Beijing would be a "death knell" for Hong Kong's autonomy.
J.K. Rowling announces new children's book
The famed author said she will release chapters of the book online each weekday for children to enjoy during these "strange, unsettling times."
Video shows boy trying to wake up dead mom at train station
A viral video of a toddler trying to wake up his dead mother at a railway station in eastern India has caused widespread outrage.
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Thousands march in Britain in solidarity with U.S. protests
"This is our respect to people in America who are suffering right now," said one 18-year-old protester.
SpaceX Crew Dragon docks with space station after historic launch
The successful docking boosted the lab's crew to five and marked a major milestone for NASA.
Trump delays G7 until fall
Earlier Saturday, Angela Merkel said she "cannot confirm" she would be attending amid the coronavirus pandemic.
EU urges Trump to rethink cutting funding to WHO
The U.S. is currently the largest funder of the WHO, and the organization is expected to be weakened by its departure.
Monkeys snatch COVID-19 blood samples from college in India
The monkeys attacked a lab technician before taking off with the samples, officials said.
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Fires flare near White House as protests continue
Tensions between demonstrators and D.C. police were rising during a third night in a row of protests over George Floyd's death.
Minn. AG to lead Floyd death prosecutions; nation sees more unrest
George Floyd's death in police custody has roiled not just Minneapolis but the nation, sparking days of protests.
Bill de Blasio's daughter arrested while protesting in Manhattan
The 25-year-old was one of hundreds arrested over the weekend.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to lead George Floyd case
Ellison will assist Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman in the forthcoming case surrounding the death of George Floyd who died in police custody.
Truck driver arrested after appearing to drive into protesters
Footage shows a tanker truck approaching at a high speed as George Floyd protesters in Minneapolis try to frantically get out of the way.
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Gottlieb warns of uptick in coronavirus infections after protests
Tens of thousands of Americans have protested the death of George Floyd in cities from coast to coast.
Transcript: Wesley Lowery on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with "60 in 6" correspondent Wesley Lowery, that aired Sunday, May 31, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Floyd family attorney says officer should face 1st-degree murder charge
Crump said the family has been notified that Chauvin worked as an off-duty officer at the nightclub where Floyd was a security guard.
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired Sunday, May 31, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Benjamin Crump on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Benjamin Crump, attorney for the family of George Floyd, that aired Sunday, May 31, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
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"Sunday Morning" Matinee: "The 24 Hour Plays — Viral Monologues"
An experiment in theatre — to present plays written, rehearsed and performed in the span of just 24 hours — has resulted in works shown on stages around the world. But with theatres shut, writer Christopher Oscar Peña and actors Evan Jonigkeit and Zosia Mamet have taken the blackly comic "The Story of Us" on the road, to an isolated lake — the perfect place to dispose of a murder weapon! This short play was recorded especially for "CBS Sunday Morning."
Jewel on her new song "Grateful"
In this web exclusive, singer-songwriter Jewel talks with correspondent Lee Cowan about her new single, "Grateful," and why she chose to release it early during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jewel sings "Grateful"
In a performance recorded exclusively for "CBS Sunday Morning," the singer-songwriter Jewel performs her new single "Grateful," which was "inspired by anxiety" and the power of gratitude during tough times.
The New Yorker Cartoons: Life during pandemic
For some 95 years, cartoons in The New Yorker magazine have captured the spirit of their times, and the current pandemic is no exception. "Sunday Morning" presents a recent sampling from cartoonists Jon Adams, Johnny DiNapoli, Carolita Johnson and Avi Steinberg.
Hear, hear! The explosion in audio books
Smartphones and digital downloads have helped make audio recordings of books a billion-dollar industry, with more than 45,000 new audiobooks recorded last year alone
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SpaceX Crew Dragon docks with space station after historic launch
The successful docking boosted the lab's crew to five and marked a major milestone for NASA.
Mark Zuckerberg explains why Facebook left up Trump posts
The Facebook founder said he has a "visceral negative reaction to this kind of divisive and inflammatory rhetoric."
SpaceX launch still a beacon of hope for this engineer
"The world is going through this horrible situation," Itza Rodriguez said. "A lot of people are getting affected. But if you go down, it's OK. Get up and start all over again."
Satirical sites take aim at Mark Zuckerberg
After Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said social media sites should not be "arbiters of truth," satirical websites began testing that idea – by taking aim at Zuckerberg himself.
Executive order takes aim at social media companies
The president and attorney general said the administration is working on legislation, too.
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SpaceX launches two NASA astronauts on historic mission
Astronauts launched to the International Space Station in a historic first for NASA and SpaceX.
SpaceX astronauts ready to try again, weather permitting
NASA and SpaceX vow safety is the top priority for first piloted launch to orbit from U.S. soil in nearly a decade
SpaceX launch still a beacon of hope for this engineer
"The world is going through this horrible situation," Itza Rodriguez said. "A lot of people are getting affected. But if you go down, it's OK. Get up and start all over again."
SpaceX Starship prototype explodes in engine test
The failure is not expected to have any impact on SpaceX's Crew Dragon launch plans this weekend.
Bald eagle nest eggs spotted on Cape Cod for first time in 115 years
Officials said bald eagle numbers are soaring throughout Massachusetts in 2020.
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Gottlieb warns of uptick in coronavirus infections after protests
Tens of thousands of Americans have protested the death of George Floyd in cities from coast to coast.
On a ride with Peloton
With many gyms still closed, at-home fitness is more in-demand, and that's made the exercise bike and treadmill manufacturer one of the few companies to prosper during the pandemic
Facemasks through the ages, from medical aid to fashion statement
Originating during the Black Death of the Middle Ages, face coverings to protect against the transmission of disease are not just prophylactic, they're now couture
Missouri's last abortion clinic will stay open
Planned Parenthood of St. Louis and Missouri's Health Department have been at odds over the clinic's license to perform abortions since last year.
How offices, trains and hotels may change post-lockdown
The CDC has recommended some sweeping changes, including adjusting workspaces to keep a six-foot distance, adding transparent barriers between employees, and improving ventilation systems.
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On a ride with Peloton
With many gyms still closed, at-home fitness is more in-demand, and that's made the exercise bike and treadmill manufacturer one of the few companies to prosper during the pandemic
How the pandemic changed TV commercials
After COVID-19 altered our world, companies have pivoted to a new style of advertising, with brands sending apolitical messages about community and protecting one another
How offices, trains and hotels may change post-lockdown
The CDC has recommended some sweeping changes, including adjusting workspaces to keep a six-foot distance, adding transparent barriers between employees, and improving ventilation systems.
Consumer spending plunges as Americans hoard cash
Record-busting drop in consumer spending last month in the U.S. is equivalent to the yearly economic output of Russia.
Thinner slice of Le Pain Quotidien in U.S. after bankruptcy
European bakery chain, slammed by competitors, then COVID-19, to sell it 98 U.S. locations. Only 35 of them to reopen.
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Minn. AG to lead Floyd death prosecutions; nation sees more unrest
George Floyd's death in police custody has roiled not just Minneapolis but the nation, sparking days of protests.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to lead George Floyd case
Ellison will assist Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman in the forthcoming case surrounding the death of George Floyd who died in police custody.
Truck driver arrested after appearing to drive into protesters
Footage shows a tanker truck approaching at a high speed as George Floyd protesters in Minneapolis try to frantically get out of the way.
George Floyd's body to be returned to Houston, mayor says
"This is the same city that George Floyd grew up in, and his body will be returning to this city," Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said.
Cuomo pleads for calm after night of statewide protests
The New York governor repeated what he announced Saturday, that Attorney General Letitia James would be overseeing an investigation into police behavior.
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SpaceX Crew Dragon docks with space station after historic launch
The successful docking boosted the lab's crew to five and marked a major milestone for NASA.
SpaceX launches two NASA astronauts on historic mission
Astronauts launched to the International Space Station in a historic first for NASA and SpaceX.
SpaceX astronauts ready to try again, weather permitting
NASA and SpaceX vow safety is the top priority for first piloted launch to orbit from U.S. soil in nearly a decade
SpaceX launch still a beacon of hope for this engineer
"The world is going through this horrible situation," Itza Rodriguez said. "A lot of people are getting affected. But if you go down, it's OK. Get up and start all over again."
SpaceX Starship prototype explodes in engine test
The failure is not expected to have any impact on SpaceX's Crew Dragon launch plans this weekend.
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Pandemic: Life on L.A.'s Skid Row
Haunting black-and-white images capture some of the most vulnerable citizens of Los Angeles, taken by photographer Michael Christopher Brown from National Geographic
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The death of George Floyd — the Minnesota man who died after a police officer kept his knee on his neck — has sparked widespread outrage and days of protests.
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Police and protesters clash after man's death
Thousand of protesters gathered in Minneapolis demanding justice for George Floyd after he died in police custody. The protest reached its boiling point when police fired tear gas at demonstrators. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues spoke to Floyd's family. He joins CBSN to share what they said and what's next for the officers involved.
Officials blame outside agitators for violence
Federal and local authorities suspect some of the violent clashes during recent protests were instigated by white supremacist groups and far-left extremists. Protests have erupted across the country following the death of George Floyd. Jeff Pegues reports.
Trump responds to George Floyd protests
President Trump addressed the ongoing protests that have cropped up across the U.S. following the death of George Floyd. Mr. Trump suggested Saturday on Twitter that the protesters were "professionally managed." Nikole Killion reports.
Jason Isbell performs "What've I Done to Help"
Musician Jason Isbell recorded his new album, “Reunions,” before the coronavirus outbreak hit. Like many artists during the pandemic, he was supposed to be on tour but instead finds himself at home isolating with his wife, fellow musician Amanda Shires, and their 4-year-old daughter. Despite being confined to home himself, Isbell’s album spread out wide to hit number one on four Billboard charts. He performs “What've I Done to Help” for “CBS This Morning: Saturday.”
SpaceX successfully launches rocket
SpaceX made history Saturday with a successful rocket launch from the Kennedy Space Center. The Falcon 9 launch was the first to carry American astronauts launched from American soil in nearly a decade, and the first time a private company has sent people to space. Mark Strassman reports.