Conan O'Brien is returning as Oscars host in 2026
This year was Conan O'Brien's first time leading the show, which attracted its biggest broadcast audience in five years.
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Sean Baker makes history with four Oscar wins for "Anora"
Sean Baker edits, directs and writes most of his films and has also served as producer and cinematographer for some. Wearing all of these hats paid off and led him to make history at the 2025 Oscars.
Who won Oscars for 2025? See the full winners list here
"Anora" won big at the 2025 Oscars. Here's the full list of who won and was nominated for this year's Academy Awards.
Who hosted the 2025 Oscars? All about host Conan O'Brien
TV funnyman Conan O'Brien took the stage as host of the 2025 Oscars for Hollywood's biggest night.
Missed watching the 2025 Oscars? Here's how to see the awards show now
Hollywood's biggest stars turned out for the 97th annual Academy Awards. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2025 Oscars.
Behind the scenes with the best picture nominees for the 2025 Oscars
Watch scenes from the films nominated for best picture at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
Who performed at the 2025 Oscars? Here's a look at the performances
The Academy Awards celebrates the best movies of the past year, and at the 2025 Oscars, it also honored the filmmaking legends with some showstopping performances.
Behind the scenes with the best supporting actress nominees for the 2025 Oscars
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actress at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
Behind the scenes with the best supporting actor nominees for the 2025 Oscars
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actor at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
Behind the scenes with the best actress nominees for the 2025 Oscars
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best actress at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
Behind the scenes with the best actor nominees for the 2025 Oscars
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best actor at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
Karla Sofía Gascón is first openly trans actor nominated for an Oscar
The "Emilia Pérez" star made history with her Oscar nomination on Thursday.
The biggest Oscar nomination snubs of 2025
In a crowded field of potential acting nominees, many big names and winners of other awards were shut out Thursday from the Academy Award nominations — and one made Oscars history.
See the full list of Oscar nominations for 2025 Academy Awards
Nominations for the 97th annual Academy Awards were announced Jan. 23, with "Emilia Pérez," "A Complete Unknown" and "Conclave" at the top of the heap in nominations.
Oscar nominations delayed again due to Los Angeles wildfires
The Academy is delaying announcing the nominees for this year's Oscars after it extended the voting period due to the Los Angeles wildfires.
2024 Oscars draw biggest TV viewership in 4 years, Nieslen ratings show
Live television is having a moment. Sunday's 96th Academy Awards drew an audience of 19.5 million, according to Nielsen.
What was nearly nude John Cena really wearing at the Oscars?
John Cena appeared to make his memorable turn at the Oscars in the buff. In fact, his modesty was preserved thanks to a wardrobe aid often used in Hollywood.
Trump roasted Jimmy Kimmel during the Oscars, and Kimmel read it on air
Jimmy Kimmel read Donald Trump's scathing review during the 2024 Oscars ceremony — and threw a dig at the GOP presidential frontrunner.
Nearly naked John Cena presents Oscar for best costume design
The actor showed up to the 2024 Academy Awards stage Sunday night virtually naked save for a prestigious Oscars envelope.
Who did the Oscars 2024 In Memoriam include? See the full list
Here's who was remembered during the 2024 Oscars In Memoriam tribute during the Academy Awards.
Who won Oscars for 2024? See the full list of Academy Award winners
See the full list of who won Oscars at the 2024 Academy Awards, and who was nominated.
Oscars attendees wear pins in support of Gaza cease-fire
Several attendees at Sunday's Academy Awards, including Billie Eilish, wore red pins calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
2024 Oscars red carpet fashion highlights
Hollywood stars, including this year's Oscar nominees, arrived in style for the 2024 Academy Awards. See some of the best fashion looks from the red carpet.
Who's hosting the Oscars and who hosted past Academy Awards ceremonies?
Jimmy Kimmel returned to host the 2024 Oscars, joining a small group who have emceed the Academy Awards more than three times.
Why are the Academy Awards called the Oscars?
To most, the glitzy Academy Awards show and the statuettes are known as the Oscars. Here's the story behind the nickname.
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Roy Wood Jr. on baseball's most iconic play
Comedian Roy Wood Jr. joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about "Going, Going, Gone: The Magic of the Home Run," a new Roku Original produced by MLB Studios. The film dives into the history and cultural power of baseball's most iconic play, featuring stars like Freddie Freeman.
Behind the scenes of "The Traitors"
Anthony Mason visits the set of "The Traitors," which airs on Peacock, as filming begins on Season 4. Host Alan Cumming offers a tour of the iconic castle, known for betrayal, capes and creepy-glam theatrics. With reality stars, NFL moms and Olympians in the cast, this season promises even more drama and deception.
Doctor charged with giving Matthew Perry ketamine will plead guilty
Dr. Salvador Plasencia, charged with giving Matthew Perry ketamine in the month leading up to the "Friends" star's overdose death, will plead guilty, according to an agreement.
MLB teams up with Jomboy Medi
Jomboy Media started as a baseball podcast between friends and its popularity exploded thanks to viral lip-reading videos. Now, Major League Baseball is investing in the fast-growing sports media brand to tap into its massive Gen Z and millennial following. Co-founder Jake Storiale and CEO Courtney Hirsch join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the deal.
Teens show power of speech and debate
In this week's "Beg-Knows America," CBS News contributor David Begnaud revisits the life-changing world of high school speech and debate, an activity that shaped his own path. He meets the inspiring young voices featured in the new documentary "SPEAK," tackling grief, identity, and advocacy with extraordinary courage.
Juror dismissed in Sean "Diddy" Combs trial
The judge in the Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking and racketeering trial in NYC dismissed one of the jurors Monday.
Desi Arnaz: Singer, husband, dad, and the man who "invented" TV
The Cuban-born entertainer broke conventions when he co-starred with wife Lucille Ball in "I Love Lucy," playing a straight-man sitcom dad. Now, a new biography reveals his lesser-known contributions to television.
Desi Arnaz: Singer, husband, dad, and the man who "invented" TV
Desi Arnaz, the Cuban-born entertainer, broke conventions when he co-starred with his wife Lucille Ball in the TV show "I Love Lucy," playing a prototypical American sitcom dad. He also changed the rules of television by filming episodes, thereby creating the rerun – and, ultimately, a new economic model for TV. Correspondent Mo Rocca talks with Todd Purdum, author of a new biography, "Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television," about Arnaz's impact on American culture; and with Lucie Arnaz, who discusses her parents' marriage and divorce, and her father's extraordinary journey.
Extended interview: David Letterman on IndyCar racing
In this web exclusive, comedian and Indianapolis native David Letterman talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his lifelong interest in auto racing, and how he is today co-owner of an IndyCar racing team, Rahal-Letterman-Lanigan Racing. He also talks about his experience riding in a car driven by Paul Newman around California Speedway.
Remembering Sly Stone and Brian Wilson
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the legacies of two musical giants – the beating hearts of Sly and the Family Stone and the Beach Boys.
Passage: Remembering Sly Stone and Brian Wilson
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the legacies of two musical giants – the beating hearts of Sly and the Family Stone and the Beach Boys.
Harry Chapin and his impact beyond music
Since his death in 1981 at age 38, the singer-songwriter's legacy has only grown beyond such emotional songs as "Cat's in the Cradle" and "Taxi," to include charities he founded to address food insecurity, while living life with a simple credo: "When in doubt, do something."
Harry Chapin: Songwriter, activist and father
Time was short for singer-songwriter Harry Chapin. But since his death in a car crash in 1981 at age 38, Chapin's legacy has only grown beyond his emotional songs like "Cat's in the Cradle" and "Taxi," to include the charities he founded to address food insecurity. Correspondent David Pogue talks with members of Chapin's family, who discuss his impact – as a father, a fundraiser and philanthropist, and an example of how to live life, with a simple credo: "When in doubt, do something."
Kashus Culpepper performs "After Me?"
Kashus Culpepper is one of the fastest-rising stars in country music. The Alabama native started singing in church at the age of 5, then taught himself how to play the guitar while serving in the Navy just a few years ago. After returning home, Culpepper started playing dive bars. His career took off, and soon, he was selling out shows nationwide. Now, here is Kashus Culpepper with "After Me?"
Kashus Culpepper performs "Man of His Word"
Kashus Culpepper is one of the fastest-rising stars in country music. The Alabama native started singing in church at the age of 5, then taught himself how to play the guitar while serving in the Navy just a few years ago. After returning home, Culpepper started playing dive bars. His career took off, and soon, he was selling out shows nationwide. Now, here is Kashus Culpepper with "Man of His Word."
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Amazon's Prime Day kicks off July 8. Here's what to know.
Amazon's Prime Day will run for four days from July 8-11, doubling the length of the annual sale event.
U.S. Steel-Nippon deal includes "golden share" giving Trump unusual power
President Trump on Friday cleared way for Nippon Steel purchase of U.S. Steel, including unusual control for the president.
Judge strikes down some Trump research cuts linked to diversity, gender
A federal judge struck down sweeping Trump administration orders that resulted in the cancellation of hundreds of National Institutes of Health research grants.
Virginia Democrats pick nominees for key off-year election
The gubernatorial candidates are already set for the highly anticipated, off-year election.
Minnesota senator confronts GOP colleague over "cruel" post on shootings
Democratic Sen. Tina Smith of Minnesota confronted GOP Sen. Mike Lee of Utah at the Capitol Monday over a social media post on the Minnesota lawmaker shooting.
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Amazon's Prime Day kicks off July 8. Here's what to know.
Amazon's Prime Day will run for four days from July 8-11, doubling the length of the annual sale event.
U.S. Steel-Nippon deal includes "golden share" giving Trump unusual power
President Trump on Friday cleared way for Nippon Steel purchase of U.S. Steel, including unusual control for the president.
Kraft Heinz to remove artificial dyes from products sold in U.S.
Kraft Heinz said it will remove artificial dyes from its U.S. products by end of 2027 and stop making new products that contain the dyes.
Senate on track to pass landmark crypto regulation bill
The bill has bipartisan support but was stalled for weeks amid Democratic pushback and contentious amendments.
The Fed is poised to make its next rate decision. Here's what to expect.
The Federal Reserve Board will announce its next rate decision on Wednesday, June 18 at 2 p.m. EST.
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Judge strikes down some Trump research cuts linked to diversity, gender
A federal judge struck down sweeping Trump administration orders that resulted in the cancellation of hundreds of National Institutes of Health research grants.
Virginia Democrats pick nominees for key off-year election
The gubernatorial candidates are already set for the highly anticipated, off-year election.
Minnesota senator confronts GOP colleague over "cruel" post on shootings
Democratic Sen. Tina Smith of Minnesota confronted GOP Sen. Mike Lee of Utah at the Capitol Monday over a social media post on the Minnesota lawmaker shooting.
Senate on track to pass landmark crypto regulation bill
The bill has bipartisan support but was stalled for weeks amid Democratic pushback and contentious amendments.
Trump says he won't call Walz about lawmaker shootings
President Trump said Tuesday that he won't call Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz after the targeted shootings of two state lawmakers because it would "waste time."
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Judge strikes down some Trump research cuts linked to diversity, gender
A federal judge struck down sweeping Trump administration orders that resulted in the cancellation of hundreds of National Institutes of Health research grants.
CDC official overseeing COVID hospitalization data resigns in protest
Dr. Fiona Havers' resignation follows RFK Jr.'s orders to change the CDC's vaccine recommendations.
Consumer Reports names its top sunscreens for 2025
Consumer Reports tested 51 sunscreens to find the best options to protect your skin this summer and beyond.
Drug for extreme hunger offers clues to obesity's complexity
A new drug is helping families who've spent years padlocking fridges, chaining garbage cans, and hiding food as their children with Prader-Willi syndrome deal with unrelenting hunger.
A father of 3 felt healthy. Then a routine screening found deadly cancer.
Curtis Jackson was having a regular screening when doctors found evidence of a deadly bile duct cancer.
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Mexican band changes its tune after cartel leader's face shown at concert
Los Alegres del Barranco released an anti-narco song in a bid to clear its name after displaying images of the leader of the powerful Jalisco cartel during a concert.
Trump calls for "real end" to Iran nuke program, hints war to escalate
Trump says he's not "looking for a ceasefire" in the Israel-Iran war, as he warns all of Tehran's residents to evacuate and says Iran should be "giving up" its nuclear program entirely.
Russian drone, missile attack on Ukraine kills 15, including American
A combined Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine overnight killed at least 15 people — including an American citizen — and wounded scores of others, according to Ukrainian officials.
Trump cuts Canada trip short due to "what's going on in the Middle East"
President Trump is cutting short his trip to the G7 summit in Canada due to the Middle East conflict.
2nd "black box" recovered from Air India crash as probe continues
Air India plane crash investigators have found both of the Boeing 787's "black boxes," hopefully brining an understanding of the cause of the disaster a step closer.
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Roy Wood Jr. on baseball's most iconic play
Comedian Roy Wood Jr. joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about "Going, Going, Gone: The Magic of the Home Run," a new Roku Original produced by MLB Studios. The film dives into the history and cultural power of baseball's most iconic play, featuring stars like Freddie Freeman.
Behind the scenes of "The Traitors"
Anthony Mason visits the set of "The Traitors," which airs on Peacock, as filming begins on Season 4. Host Alan Cumming offers a tour of the iconic castle, known for betrayal, capes and creepy-glam theatrics. With reality stars, NFL moms and Olympians in the cast, this season promises even more drama and deception.
Doctor charged with giving Matthew Perry ketamine will plead guilty
Dr. Salvador Plasencia, charged with giving Matthew Perry ketamine in the month leading up to the "Friends" star's overdose death, will plead guilty, according to an agreement.
MLB teams up with Jomboy Medi
Jomboy Media started as a baseball podcast between friends and its popularity exploded thanks to viral lip-reading videos. Now, Major League Baseball is investing in the fast-growing sports media brand to tap into its massive Gen Z and millennial following. Co-founder Jake Storiale and CEO Courtney Hirsch join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the deal.
Teens show power of speech and debate
In this week's "Beg-Knows America," CBS News contributor David Begnaud revisits the life-changing world of high school speech and debate, an activity that shaped his own path. He meets the inspiring young voices featured in the new documentary "SPEAK," tackling grief, identity, and advocacy with extraordinary courage.
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AI data centers are driving up energy bills
An increase in demand for artificial intelligence may be increasing the cost of your electric bills. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter explains.
Scammers use AI to create fake job applicants
Artificial intelligence is being used to create realistic video and audio to impersonate people, in some cases looking for love or deceiving companies looking to hire. In a 2024 study, half of the businesses surveyed said they'd experienced AI deepfake fraud. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
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.
AI users form relationships with technology
Some people are using AI as an emotional outlet — and developing a real relationship with artificial intelligence. It's a trend that people and AI companies are hesitant to talk about, but does appear to be on the rise.
Google, OpenAI, Spotify and other platforms hit by widespread outage
Google, OpenAI and Spotify were down Thursday after a widespread tech outage.
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Invasive Asian needle ants pose risks
As summer kicks into high gear, the U.S. Forest Service is warning about an invasive Asian needle ant species found in dozens of states. Eric Day, entomologist at Virginia Tech, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Japanese probe's second straight attempt at moon landing a failure
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace was aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
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Mexican band changes its tune after cartel leader's face shown at concert
Los Alegres del Barranco released an anti-narco song in a bid to clear its name after displaying images of the leader of the powerful Jalisco cartel during a concert.
Latest details on Minnesota shootings
The suspected Minnesota gunman facing state and federal charges for allegedly shooting two state lawmakers and their spouses had a list of names of other politicians, prosecutors said. State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark died in the shooting. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Jurors shown explicit videos in Combs trial
Jurors in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial were shown explicit videos of the alleged "freak offs" for the first time in court. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has the latest updates.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez reports to federal prison
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, of New Jersey, was convicted last year on federal bribery charges.
Detroit detective dug deep for long-buried answers to missing person cases
Applying new techniques to old cases, law enforcement efforts brought closure for dozens of families who longed for answers.
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NASA evaluating data indicating air leaks aboard space station are sealed
If initial results hold up, NASA says the delayed launch of a commercial research mission to the station could come as early as Thursday.
Commercial crew launch delayed while ISS air leak assessed
NASA wants to evaluate recent efforts to stop a small but persistent air leak in the Russian segment of the space station.
Axiom-4 mission delayed due to leak
NASA delayed the Axiom Mission 4 launch on Wednesday after SpaceX detected a liquid oxygen leak during a Falcon 9 rocket inspection. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Report: Pentagon, NASA push SpaceX competitors
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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Trumps wants an end to Iran nuclear program
President Trump told reporters on Monday that he wants a "real end" to Iran's nuclear program amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Mr. Trump also wrote in a social media post that "everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!" CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest.
Israel doesn't rule out killing Iran's leader
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made it clear that he would like to see regime change in Iran, and he hasn't ruled out assassinating the country's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio looks at that possibility, and what it might mean for the raging Israel-Iran war, and the region.
How to spot early signs of cognitive decline
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings" to explain how to recognize the difference between normal aging and signs that may point to a more serious cognitive issue — and what to do if you're concerned.
Senate considers crypto regulations
The Senate is set to vote on the bipartisan GENIUS Act, the first major attempt to regulate stablecoins, a form of cryptocurrency pegged to the U.S. dollar. With companies like Amazon and Walmart exploring their own digital currencies, Bloomberg's Zeke Faux joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain what's at stake for consumers.
Roy Wood Jr. on baseball's most iconic play
Comedian Roy Wood Jr. joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about "Going, Going, Gone: The Magic of the Home Run," a new Roku Original produced by MLB Studios. The film dives into the history and cultural power of baseball's most iconic play, featuring stars like Freddie Freeman.