Stormtroopers invade China's Great Wall
Stormtroopers take over China's Great Wall as part of a promotional event for the new "Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens"
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"Star Wars" fans crash websites, line up for tickets
"Star Wars" fans came out in droves on Monday to snag tickets to "The Force Awakens"
New "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" trailer debuts
Explosive new footage from the upcoming adventure bows, as the launch of ticket sales crushes websites
Where to watch the new "Star Wars" trailer
A day after the new "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" poster debuts, comes the premiere of a new teaser
Official "Star Wars" poster released
Fans get their first glimpse of Princess Leia - but where is Luke?
Princess Leia "slave girl" bikini among Hollywood items auctioned
Record-breaking prices for rare movie memorabilia, including props, costumes and scripts
Real robotics behind the new Star Wars droid BB-8
Move over R2-D2, you've got cute competition: BB-8, a rolling droid in the upcoming Star Wars film, has already captured the attention of die-hard fans
Force Friday: Disney unveils Star Wars toys
The release of the new Star Wars movie may still be months off, but Disney is unleashing its full marketing "Force"
J.J. Abrams on keeping "Star Wars" grounded
For Abrams, who grew up a "Star Wars" fan, part of the challenge was coming face to face with a fantasy world he knew and loved
"Star Wars" Facebook page hits back at sexist comment
The "Star Wars" official Facebook page responded to a sexist comment after posting a fan image of Captain Phasma
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" unleashes new teaser
The latest footage provides a glimpse into John Boyega's character, Finn
Anakin, Khaleesi gain popularity as baby names
It looks like parents are preparing their kids for battle with names like Anakin from "Star Wars" and Khaleesi from "Game of Thrones"
"Star Wars" cast ruined Chewbacca costume with hugs
Wookies may be known for pulling people's arms out of their sockets when they lose - but that doesn't mean they're not extremely huggable
"Star Wars"-themed land planned at Disney parks
Major expansions announced for Disneyland and Disney World incorporating attractions from "a galaxy far, far away"
"Star Wars: Episode IX" gets a director
"Jurassic World" director Colin Trevorrow confirmed for final film of upcoming trilogy
Is Benicio Del Toro joining "Star Wars"?
The 48-year-old Oscar winner could be signing on to star as a villain in "Star Wars: Episode VIII"
Michael Jackson wanted to play Jar Jar Binks
Ahmed Best recalls George Lucas telling him about pop star's interest in the "Star Wars" role
"Star Wars" brings the Force to Comic-Con
Harrison Ford joins director J.J. Abrams and the rest of his castmates as they teased some new details about highly secretive film
"Star Wars" hype dominates Comic-Con
Lucasfilms panel on "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" inspires speculation and excitement
Han Solo to star in standalone "Star Wars" film
Christopher Miller and Phil Lord, filmmakers behind "The Lego Movie" and "21 Jump Street," will direct the anthology film
E3 debuts jaw-dropping video games
Jaw-dropping new titles debut at Electronic Entertainment Expo 2015
Actor Christopher Lee dies at 93
The prolific aristocratic British actor brought dramatic gravitas to the low-budget thrills of Hammer horrors, and later joined the "Lord of the Rings" and "Star Wars" universes
May the furs be with you
"Star Wars" characters get cuddly with pets to help the Ottawa Humane Society find homes for shelter animals
Life lessons from "Star Wars"
Enhance your life today and every day with these nuggets of sci-fi wisdom, imported from a galaxy far, far away
May the Fourth sets "Star Wars" toysellers to hyperdive
Big companies are on board the intergalactic bandwagon for annual Star Wars Day
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Vanilla Ice says he'd perform for anybody, including Putin and Iran
"It's not anything to do with politics. I don't know why they're turning it into politics," Vanilla Ice said of the Freedom 250 concerts planned in Washington, D.C.
Vanilla Ice on Freedom 250 concert series
A number of artists have recently said they will not perform at the upcoming multi-day Great American State Fair at Washington, D.C.'s National Mall. It's being put on by the group Freedom 250, which the BBC says was launched by the Trump administration, with the president appointing its CEO. Rapper Vanilla Ice joins to discuss why he believes the show must go on.
Horror films by YouTubers win big at box office
A pair of small-budget horror films made by YouTube creators, "Backrooms" and "Obsession," had a big weekend at the box office. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
"Backrooms" makes historic Hollywood debut
Kane Parsons' psychological thriller "Backrooms" earned $81.5 million on its first weekend. Carter Evan reports on how the film's success could change Hollywood.
Anna Faris on the new "Scary Movie"
Anna Faris, who stars in the new "Scary Movie," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss reviving the role she played in the original film, which debuted in 2000.
Winnie Harlow discusses her new children's book
Model and entrepreneur Winnie Harlow sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new children's book, "Simply Winnie," and the message she hopes to pass on.
Rare photos of Beatles' final ticketed concert
No one knew it at the time, but the Beatles performed their final ticketed concert 60 years ago in San Francisco. Anne Makovec shows us a new collection of rare photos from that historic night.
5/31: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: Marilyn Monroe at 100; former first lady Jill Biden; children detained at the ICE facility in Dilley, Texas; living "books" at The Human Library; pickleball superstar Anna Leigh Waters; and the Undercroft beneath the Lincoln Memorial opens to the public.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including legendary jazz saxophonist Sonny Rollins.
Marilyn Monroe at 100
She was, and remains, one of cinema's most brilliant stars. Norma Jeane Baker, known to the world as Marilyn Monroe, died in 1962 at age 36, but she left a legacy of classic films, fashion, and a carefully-crafted celebrity image.
Marilyn Monroe at 100
She was, and remains, one of cinema's most brilliant stars. Norma Jeane Baker, known to the world as Marilyn Monroe, died in 1962 at age 36, but she left a legacy of classic films, fashion, and a carefully-crafted celebrity image. To mark the centenary of her birth, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is launching an exhibition, "Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon." Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with those studying the sex symbol's life and career, and those who are preserving her film persona.
5/30: Saturday Morning
Four more miners in Laos were freed from the cave they were trapped in for 10 days, while 2 remain missing, rescuers say. Meanwhile, uncertainty remains over an Iran ceasefire.
Peter Frampton performs "Lyin'"
Peter Frampton is best known for his smash hits "Show Me the Way" and "Do You Feel Like I Do." Now, the multi-Grammy Award-winning guitarist and singer-songwriter is out with his first original album in 16 years, "Carry the Light." Here's Peter Frampton with "Lyin'."
Peter Frampton performs "Buried Treasure"
Peter Frampton is best known for his smash hits "Show Me the Way" and "Do You Feel Like I Do." Now, the multi-Grammy Award-winning guitarist and singer-songwriter is out with his first original album in 16 years, "Carry the Light." Here's Peter Frampton with "Buried Treasure."
AI movie "Dreams of Violets" premiering
A new movie titled "Dreams of Violets," with images fully generated by artificial intelligence, is set to premiere next month. Jo Ling Kent reports on the film made with no lights, no cameras and no actors.
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South Carolina store owner acquitted of murder in 2023 killing of Black teen
Chikei Rick Chow, 61, shot Cyrus Carmack-Belton in the back after chasing him from his convenience store in Columbia. He maintained he acted to defend his son.
Vanilla Ice says he'd perform for anybody, including Putin and Iran
"It's not anything to do with politics. I don't know why they're turning it into politics," Vanilla Ice said of the Freedom 250 concerts planned in Washington, D.C.
North Carolina officer fired over video of violent arrest turns himself in
Former Shelby County police officer Karson Hyder has been charged with one count of assault inflicting serious injury after video appeared to show him repeatedly punching a woman.
Bus driver in Virginia crash that killed 5 facing more charges
Jing Sheng Dong, a 48-year-old tour bus driver from Staten Island, New York, faces three additional felony counts in connection with the deaths.
About 1 in 4 professionals is stuck in a mid-career stall, study finds
Workers who go at least five years without a promotion or meaningful raise can miss out on thousands of dollars in earnings, researchers found.
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About 1 in 4 professionals is stuck in a mid-career stall, study finds
Workers who go at least five years without a promotion or meaningful raise can miss out on thousands of dollars in earnings, researchers found.
What to know about the major student loan changes coming July 1
The changes will affect how much students and their parents can borrow, as well as their repayment options.
Anthropic files for IPO, setting up public-market test of AI boom
The filing sets up Anthropic, the maker of the Claude AI chatbot, to sell its shares to the public.
Barry Diller's People Inc. offers to buy MGM Resorts
Diller said that MGM's properties, such as the Bellagio in Las Vegas, can't be easily replaced by AI.
Americans' financial literacy slumps to a 10-year low
A TIAA-Stanford University survey found that fewer people can correctly answer questions involving basic financial concepts. See how you fare.
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Vanilla Ice says he'd perform for anybody, including Putin and Iran
"It's not anything to do with politics. I don't know why they're turning it into politics," Vanilla Ice said of the Freedom 250 concerts planned in Washington, D.C.
DOJ says it will stop work on $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund"
The Justice Department said it will stop work on the $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund following a district judge's decision temporarily blocking the program.
Divided appeals court rules transgender military ban is unconstitutional
A divided federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration's policy banning transgender individuals from serving in the military is likely unconstitutional.
U.S. political commentators say U.K. barred them "for criticizing Israel"
Left-wing streamers Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker say Britain's government has denied them entry over their criticism of Israel.
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U.S. sought Russia's help to free Austin Tice in first Trump term, ex-envoy says
U.S. officials sought help from Russia during President Trump's first term to secure the release of journalist Austin Tice, according to Robert O'Brien.
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Details on promising pancreatic cancer drug
A new drug was shown in trials to keep pancreatic cancer patients alive for twice as long as chemotherapy alone. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
A nurse stole fentanyl and AI missed it, state records say
Sentri7, drug diversion software powered by artificial intelligence and used at hundreds of U.S. hospitals, did not catch a monthslong string of fentanyl thefts in Tennessee in 2025, according to a state document.
New drug nearly doubles survival rates in some pancreatic cancer patients, study says
New research shows a medication called daraxonrasib is helping people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer.
Woman diagnosed with cancer after minor symptoms: "Couldn't believe it"
Candace Tucker thought her symptoms were benign. A colonoscopy led to an alarming diagnosis.
Trump directs CDC to align with assessment calling for fewer childhood vaccines
Earlier this year, the CDC announced updated recommendations that would reduce the number of recommended immunizations for children from 17 to 11.
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U.S. political commentators say U.K. barred them "for criticizing Israel"
Left-wing streamers Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker say Britain's government has denied them entry over their criticism of Israel.
666 bus to Hel back in business, as doomed tourist route is resurrected
News that the 666 to Hel was back has spread quickly across Polish social media accounts, and beyond.
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U.S. sought Russia's help to free Austin Tice in first Trump term, ex-envoy says
U.S. officials sought help from Russia during President Trump's first term to secure the release of journalist Austin Tice, according to Robert O'Brien.
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Woman from Iran describes fear for loved ones: "Sense of terror"
An Iranian woman who now lives in the U.S. spoke with CBS News as the war with Iran entered its fourth month.
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Trump says Iran talks continuing after regime threatens "other fronts" in war
The Iranians' latest move in the war came in response to what it considers U.S. and Israeli ceasefire violations.
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Vanilla Ice says he'd perform for anybody, including Putin and Iran
"It's not anything to do with politics. I don't know why they're turning it into politics," Vanilla Ice said of the Freedom 250 concerts planned in Washington, D.C.
Vanilla Ice on Freedom 250 concert series
A number of artists have recently said they will not perform at the upcoming multi-day Great American State Fair at Washington, D.C.'s National Mall. It's being put on by the group Freedom 250, which the BBC says was launched by the Trump administration, with the president appointing its CEO. Rapper Vanilla Ice joins to discuss why he believes the show must go on.
Horror films by YouTubers win big at box office
A pair of small-budget horror films made by YouTube creators, "Backrooms" and "Obsession," had a big weekend at the box office. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
"Backrooms" makes historic Hollywood debut
Kane Parsons' psychological thriller "Backrooms" earned $81.5 million on its first weekend. Carter Evan reports on how the film's success could change Hollywood.
Anna Faris on the new "Scary Movie"
Anna Faris, who stars in the new "Scary Movie," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss reviving the role she played in the original film, which debuted in 2000.
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Early details on Anthropic's IPO filing
Anthropic, the artificial intelligence company behind the chatbot Claude, has filed to go public, setting up one of the biggest initial public offerings in history. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the details.
Florida sues OpenAI over alleged harms caused by ChatGPT
Florida has become the first state to sue OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman.
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.
Anthropic confidentially files for IPO
Anthropic, the artificial intelligence company that created the Claude chatbot, said Monday it has confidentially filed for an initial public offering.
Can hackers pull your fingerprints from photos online? Experts explain.
Claims have circulated on social media that fingerprints can be pulled from photos featuring peace signs, but experts say the risk to the average person is low.
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New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
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South Carolina store owner acquitted of murder in 2023 killing of Black teen
Chikei Rick Chow, 61, shot Cyrus Carmack-Belton in the back after chasing him from his convenience store in Columbia. He maintained he acted to defend his son.
Fired N.C. cop arrested on assault charge
A North Carolina police officer, seen in doorbell video repeatedly punching a woman, has been fired for the conduct and charged with assault. Jericka Duncan reports.
Judge keeps hearing public in Kirk murder case
A preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will be open to the media and the public, a judge ruled Monday. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Key hearing for Charlie Kirk murder suspect will be public, judge rules
A Utah judge denied a request from the suspect accused of killing Charlie Kirk to restrict access to parts of his July preliminary hearing.
Multiple people killed, officer wounded in Oregon shooting
Police were called to the scene of "a domestic disturbance and shooting" in the city of Sandy, outside of Portland, Oregon, on Sunday.
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NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Blue Origin assesses impact of New Glenn explosion
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
Blue micromoon makes rare appearance this weekend
A rare blue micromoon will appear in night skies this weekend. Here's what to expect.
NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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6/1: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump says Iran talks are continuing, Iran says otherwise; Graham Platner's wife addresses sexting scandal.
Vanilla Ice on Freedom 250 concert series
A number of artists have recently said they will not perform at the upcoming multi-day Great American State Fair at Washington, D.C.'s National Mall. It's being put on by the group Freedom 250, which the BBC says was launched by the Trump administration, with the president appointing its CEO. Rapper Vanilla Ice joins to discuss why he believes the show must go on.
Sexting scandal latest controversy for Platner
The likely Democratic nominee for Senate in Maine, Graham Platner, is under fire after he sent sexually explicit text messages to at least half a dozen women after he got married in 2023. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Firefly Aerospace CEO on sending drones to moon
NASA is sending drones to the moon to help prepare for a permanent human presence. Firefly Aerospace CEO Jason Kim, whose company just secured a $75 million contract with NASA to deliver four drones to the moon, joins to discuss.
Jill Biden faces scrutiny over remarks, new book
Former first lady Jill Biden is facing backlash over some remarks she made in an interview on "CBS Sunday Morning" and in her new book. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins to examine the fallout.