Steve Jobs' early childhood
Author Walter Isaacson says two of the key influences in Steve Jobs' upbringing were learning that he was adopted, and growing up in Silicon Valley, where the emerging digital world met the Bay Area's counterculture.
Steve Jobs: 1955 - 2011
Steve Jobs "Thinks Different" and Apple roars back
Steve Jobs was kicked out of his own company after a boardroom showdown. When he returned years later, Apple was almost bankrupt, but Jobs turned it around, leading one of the biggest comebacks in business history.
Jobs: I'm not going to let money ruin my life
Steve Jobs was worth $7 billion, but he told his biographer Walter Isaacson that he "did not want to live that nutso lavish lifestyle that so many people do when they get rich." His home and lifestyle reflected that commitment to living more modestly.
What drove Steve Jobs?
In a rare 2003 interview, Steve Jobs talked about how collaborating on products that have the ability to influence people's experiences and the world was what motivated him.
Steve Jobs regrets postponing cancer surgery
The pancreatic cancer that killed Steve Jobs was discovered in 2004 when he was being checked for kidney stones. Biographer Walter Isaacson tells Steve Kroft that Jobs postponed a potentially life-saving operation - a decision he later regretted.
Steve Jobs-designed yacht launched
Looking like a floating Apple store, with crisp white lines and polished metal, a Jobs-designed yacht is completed
Steve Jobs remembered in emotional Apple video
Tech giant pays tribute to its co-founder on the first anniversary of his death
Steve Jobs: Revelations from a tech giant
Steve Jobs was already gravely ill with cancer when he asked author Walter Isaacson to write his biography. Jobs told Isaacson to write a honest book -- about his failings and his strengths.
Preview: Steve Jobs
Apple CEO Steve Jobs refused to allow surgeons to perform what could have been life-saving surgery on his pancreatic cancer, says his biographer Walter Isaacson. Hear more of Isaacson's revelations about Jobs on Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT. Steve Kroft reports.
Steve Jobs file reveals frank assessments
Late Apple co-founder and CEO at one point held a Top Secret government clearance, was targeted for extortion in 1980s
Steve Jobs' biographer reflects on innovator
Walter Isaacson reveals what question he never got answer from Apple co-creator, parting words to company
Steve Jobs immortalized in bronze
Graphisoft, a Hungarian software company has created a bronze statue of Apple founder, Steve Jobs. Graphisoft says it owes a great deal of its success to the former CEO of Apple who revolutionized technology. Gary Hamilton reports.
Jobs refused to meet father
Steve Jobs had been adopted as an infant, and decades later found his biological mother and sister. Although he chose not to meet his father, Abdulfattah Jandali, he learned the two may have met years earlier - not knowing they were biological father and son.
Steve Jobs' ability to bend reality
Steve Jobs' colleagues at Apple often referred to his "reality distortion field." It's a science fiction term that described his belief that wanting and willing something -- even the near-impossible -- could make it happen.
Steve Jobs may have made fatal error
Steve Jobs was interviewed over three dozen times for his biography by Walter Isaacson. Isaacson tells Steve Kroft, of 60 Minutes, what Jobs did after he was diagnosed with cancer that may have cost him his life.
Stanford grads look back at Steve Jobs speech
Apple co-founder Steve Jobs told the story of his life to the 2005 graduating class of Stanford. John Blackstone takes a look at what happened to the students he inspired.
Private memorial for Steve Jobs
A private memorial will be held to honor Steve Jobs. Betty Nguyen reports.
School trades paper for iPads
Two weeks ago, at St. Mel School, every one of their 570 students were assigned an iPad, and teachers there have seen immediate benefits in test scores. Bill Whitaker reports on how Steve Jobs' most enduring legacy may well be in the classroom.
Adjusting to a world without Steve Jobs
Russ Mitchell speaks with CNet host Wilson Tang about who could potentially fill Steve Jobs' shoes.
Jobs' death still affecting millions
Three days after Steve Jobs' death, people are still mourning. CBS News correspondent John Blackstone reports on Jobs' influence and impact.
Steve Jobs: Apple's advertising edge
Apple's advertising was revolutionary in the first decade of the 2000s. Chris Wragge and Erica Hill talk with ad expert, Barbara Lippert, of Goodby, Silverstein, & Partners, about the impact of Apple's ads.
Jobs tributes flood Twitter, YouTube
Tributes to Apple founder Steve Jobs are all over the internet - on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Erica Hill and Chris Wragge take a look at some of them.
Can Apple keep its lead without Steve Jobs?
Just a few days after the death of Steve Jobs, some question whether Apple can continue its meteoric rise and keep its lead in many diverse markets. John Blackstone reports.
Steve Jobs' inspiring outlook on death
Two years after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, Steve Jobs delivered and inspiring commencement speech about life and death to students Stanford University. Scott Pelley reports.
Steve Jobs: Global influencer
Steve Jobs challenged us to "think different" in Apple's famous ad campaign that celebrated rebels and troublemakers. Anthony Mason looks at how the innovator's influence had a worldwide impact.
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New York City agrees to settle lawsuits from men exonerated in Malcom X killing
The total $36 million will be divided equally between Muhammad Aziz, 84, and the estate of Khalil Islam, who died in 2009.
Musk tweets and deletes article pushing unfounded theory about Pelosi attack
The tweet from Musk, who now owns Twitter, raised concerns about the type of content that will be allowed on the social media site under his control.
What time do polls close in your state for the 2022 election?
Poll closing times for the midterm elections on Tuesday, Nov. 8, vary by state.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on Oct. 30, 2022
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, CISA Director Jen Easterly and Reps. Tom Emmer and Sean Maloney join Margaret Brennan.
CISA chief: No "specific or credible threats" to election infrastructure
More than 20 million people have voted early so far, with nine days to go before Election Day.
Exploring the beauty of Vermont's towns (all 251+ of them)
Members of the 251 Club - from honeymooners to nonagenarians - are dedicated to setting foot in every one of the Green Mountain State's bucolic small towns and cities.
Powerball grand prize climbs to $1 billion without a jackpot winner
The Powerball jackpot keeps getting larger because players keep losing.
Battleground Tracker: Republicans head into final week with lead in seats
CBS News modeling shows a range of possibilities on election night.
With election deniers running for office, our right to vote is on the ballot
More than 300 GOP candidates for state and national office have been identified by CBS News as "election deniers" for having refused to accept the 2020 presidential results as legitimate. Experts say the midterms' outcome could impact our right to vote.
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New York City agrees to settle lawsuits from men exonerated in Malcom X killing
The total $36 million will be divided equally between Muhammad Aziz, 84, and the estate of Khalil Islam, who died in 2009.
Musk tweets and deletes article pushing unfounded theory about Pelosi attack
The tweet from Musk, who now owns Twitter, raised concerns about the type of content that will be allowed on the social media site under his control.
What time do polls close in your state for the 2022 election?
Poll closing times for the midterm elections on Tuesday, Nov. 8, vary by state.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on Oct. 30, 2022
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, CISA Director Jen Easterly and Reps. Tom Emmer and Sean Maloney join Margaret Brennan.
CISA chief: No "specific or credible threats" to election infrastructure
More than 20 million people have voted early so far, with nine days to go before Election Day.
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Powerball grand prize climbs to $1 billion without a jackpot winner
The Powerball jackpot keeps getting larger because players keep losing.
"Mattress Mack" could win $75 million if Astros win World Series
Furniture store owner Jim McIngvale promises to pass any winnings on to customers who buy $3,000 worth of mattresses.
IRS hires 4,000 customer service workers ahead of 2023 tax season
Treasury and IRS officials have said they want to put an end to poor customer service.
That call offering help with student loan relief is probably a scam
The FBI is warning Americans to beware of fraudsters looking to target people applying to have their student debt erased.
Arizona woman sues city after arrest for feeding homeless
Norma Thornton has been feeding Bullhead City's homeless since 2018 but was arrested for doing so last March, lawsuit states.
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Suspect in Paul Pelosi attack had list of targets, law enforcement sources say
The suspect on Friday allegedly broke into the couple's home around 2 a.m. on Friday, shouting "Where is Nancy?" sources said.
Trio of Trump-related trials to be heard in New York on Monday
The cases range from civil to criminal, state and federal.
Musk tweets and deletes article pushing unfounded theory about Pelosi attack
The tweet from Musk, who now owns Twitter, raised concerns about the type of content that will be allowed on the social media site under his control.
What time do polls close in your state for the 2022 election?
Poll closing times for the midterm elections on Tuesday, Nov. 8, vary by state.
U.K. politicians call for investigation into Liz Truss phone hack claim
The British government said Sunday that it has "robust systems in place to protect against cyber threats."
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Narcan: Saved at Sea
Narcan is a lifesaving medication for the treatment of opioid overdose, but stigma around addiction limits access to it. This clip from the documentary film "Untreated & Unheard: The Addiction Crisis in America" tells the story of Captain Bill Miller, a commercial fisherman who has advocated for getting Narcan on commercial fishing boats.
How an experimental treatment beat a little girl's cancer
When Emily Whitehead was six years old, she became the first child ever to receive genetically-modified T cells, an experimental treatment for her leukemia. It cured her, and helped launch the field of cellular medicine.
The girl whose T cells beat cancer
When Emily Whitehead was six years old, she became the first child ever to receive genetically-modified T cells, an experimental treatment for her leukemia. It cured her, and helped launch the field of cellular medicine. "Sunday Morning" contributor Kelefa Sanneh talks with Emily, and her parents, Kari and Tom Whitehead, about how they defeated her cancer; and with Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee, a leading cancer specialist and author of the new book, "The Song of the Cell: An Exploration of Medicine and the New Human."
Flu season off to early start, CDC says
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports this flu season has gotten off to an early start. It's happening as hospitals are filling up with children suffering from the respiratory illness known as RSV.
Parents suing over son's death say he left a to-do list: "Stop taking kratom"
Ethan Pope, 23, was found dead on the kitchen floor in his apartment last December with his puppy by his side.
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Two American college students killed in Seoul Halloween crowd surge
More than 150 people were killed after a huge Halloween party crowd surged into a narrow alley, trapping and crushing victims, in a nightlife district in Seoul, South Korea.
Brazil's electoral authority says Lula defeated Bolsonaro
Da Silva, the country's former president from 2003-2010, has promised to restore the country's more prosperous past, yet faces faces headwinds in a polarized society.
U.K. politicians call for investigation into Liz Truss phone hack claim
The British government said Sunday that it has "robust systems in place to protect against cyber threats."
At least 141 dead, many injured after suspension bridge collapses in India
A cable bridge collapsed into a river in the western Indian state of Gujarat on Sunday evening.
South Korea in shock after 153 die in Halloween crowd surge
Concerned relatives raced to hospitals in search of their loved ones Sunday as South Korea grieved the deaths of more than 150 people.
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Novelist Ian McEwan: Writing is "a way of being"
"Lessons," the latest book by one of Britain's most successful writers, features a plotline inspired by a secret McEwan's mother kept from him until her death: that she'd given up a baby brother for adoption.
Ian McEwan: A writer's life
One of Britain's most successful living writers, Ian McEwan has made a career of dreaming up stories. But his new book, "Lessons," features a plotline inspired by a secret his mother kept from him until her death: that she'd given up McEwan's brother for adoption. The author talks with correspondent Seth Doane about his latest novel, a winding, lifelong journey chronicling love, child sex abuse, and lost opportunities.
Jamie Lee Curtis on screams, laughter and kindness
The actress, a child of Hollywood royalty, credits her role in the 1978 horror classic "Halloween" for everything that came after - from her return in "Halloween Ends," to her acclaimed performance in the sci-fi comedy "Everything Everywhere All at Once."
Jamie Lee Curtis on life since "Halloween"
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis, a child of Hollywood royalty who came to fame as the star of the 1978 horror classic "Halloween," credits the character of Laurie Strode for everything that came after – and now she's returned to the role in the latest sequel, "Halloween Ends." Curtis talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her horror legacy; her acclaimed performance in the sci-fi comedy "Everything Everywhere All at Once"; and her tricks to keep from ruining a take with laughter.
Passage: Remembering Jerry Lee Lewis
Jerry Lee Lewis, one of the Founding Fathers of rock 'n' roll, died Friday at age 87. "Sunday Morning" anchor Jane Pauley looks back on the singer whose hits included "Great Balls of Fire."
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Musk tweets and deletes article pushing unfounded theory about Pelosi attack
The tweet from Musk, who now owns Twitter, raised concerns about the type of content that will be allowed on the social media site under his control.
Musk expected to make changes at Twitter
Elon Musk has taken control of Twitter in a $44 billion acquisition. There's already been a management shake-up within the company. After the deal closed, Musk fired three of Twitter's top executives. CBS' Catherine Herridge spoke with Kali Hays, a senior tech reporter with Business Insider, about other big changes expected for the social media site.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Musk is taking charge of Twitter "at worst possible time"
The social network is struggling to attract advertisers. Would turning it into a self-styled bastion of free speech make things worse?
How would Elon Musk regulate Twitter's content?
Elon Musk has promised changes regarding content moderation and bans with his takeover of Twitter. Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America joins CBS News to discuss the risks of Musk's proposed policies and how they could end up negatively impacting expression online.
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How an experimental treatment beat a little girl's cancer
When Emily Whitehead was six years old, she became the first child ever to receive genetically-modified T cells, an experimental treatment for her leukemia. It cured her, and helped launch the field of cellular medicine.
Burial grounds and bullets uncovered at site of last Mayan stronghold
Tayasal was the last Mayan city to yield to the Spanish conquest in 1697, a century after Europeans entered the western highlands of what is now Guatemala.
Bird appears to set record with 8,435-mile flight from Alaska to Australia
The bird was tagged with a tracking GPS chip and tiny solar panel that enabled a research team to follow its first annual migration across the Pacific Ocean.
Book excerpt: "The Song of the Cell" by Siddhartha Mukherjee
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of the cancer history "The Emperor of All Maladies" returns with the story of the discovery of cells, and the science of manipulating them.
T. rex display heats up debate over auctions of dinosaur skeletons
One paleontologist lamented that dinosaur skeletons need to be kept available to scientists for study and not made part of private collections.
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New York City agrees to settle lawsuits from men exonerated in Malcom X killing
The total $36 million will be divided equally between Muhammad Aziz, 84, and the estate of Khalil Islam, who died in 2009.
Musk tweets and deletes article pushing unfounded theory about Pelosi attack
The tweet from Musk, who now owns Twitter, raised concerns about the type of content that will be allowed on the social media site under his control.
Oldest Guantanamo Bay prisoner transferred to Pakistan after 17 years
Saifullah Paracha was reunited with his family after more than 17 years in custody in the U.S. base in Cuba, Pakistan's foreign ministry said.
Identity revealed of accused Russian spy posing as Brazilian researcher
Norway's Security Service said the man's name is Mikhail Mikushin, and "we are quite certain that he is not Brazilian."
Man imprisoned for 38 years freed after DNA evidence points to different person
Maurice Hastings, who has maintained he was innocent since the time of his arrest, said he "prayed for many years that this day would come."
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NASA launches new UFO study
The team conducting the study includes former astronaut Scott Kelly along with 15 other scientists and experts.
Orionid meteor shower expected to peak Friday morning
The Orionids travel at 148,000 mph and, because of their speed, can sometimes become fireballs when they enter Earth's atmosphere, NASA said.
Webb takes Hubble's "Pillars of Creation" to new heights
The $10 billion James Webb Space Telescope takes one of Hubble's most famous images to new heights.
Astronaut James McDivitt, commander of Apollo 9, dies at age 93
Former NASA astronaut James A. McDivitt, who commanded the Apollo 9 mission, died on Thursday, NASA said.
SpaceX Crew Dragon astronauts wrap up 170-day space station visit
With the Crew Dragon's splashdown, NASA completed a complex sequence of flights to replace the station's seven-member crew.
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Evidence in the kidnapping of Schanda Handley
As soon as Schanda Handley was rescued, she told police she believed her estranged husband was behind her kidnapping. See the evidence that convinced investigators he was responsible.
The Kristin Smart disappearance
A podcast reignited interest in the cold case of Kristin Smart who went missing from her college campus in 1996. In October 2022, a California jury found longtime suspect Paul Flores guilty of her murder.
Marianne Shockley death investigation: Ecstasy, "evil" and a hot tub
What began as a day of barhopping would end with two dead and questions about who was responsible for the death of the University of Georgia professor.
Angela Lansbury 1925-2022
A look back at the career of the five-time Tony Award-winner and three-time Oscar-nominee, who won her largest audience on the long-running mystery series "Murder, She Wrote."
The 50 best colleges by value for 2023, ranked
These U.S. colleges promise students the most return on their education investment
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An update on "Ballet in Exile"
American philanthropist Howard Buffett's foundation has granted over $1 million to help support dancers who have had their lives upended by the war in Ukraine.
David Sedaris: The 60 Minutes Interview
The writer, along with sister Amy, tells Jon Wertheim about his difficult relationship with his father, his unlikely big break, and why he can sometimes still feel like an imposter.
Searching for Pathogen X
Bill Whitaker reports from Uganda’s Impenetrable Forest, where scientists are trying to find the next deadly virus before it finds us.
Election deniers on the ballot in Arizona
Arizona’s Republican Attorney General has called denialism a “giant grift,” but some Republican nominees still claim the 2020 election was stolen.
10/30/2022: Belief in the Ballot, Pathogen X, David Sedaris
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