What to call King Charles III's reign, and will there be a coronation?
But even a royal transition planned meticulously over the course of Elizabeth II's record 70-year reign has left some big questions unanswered.
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Queen Elizabeth II's coffin arrives at Buckingham Palace
Queen Elizabeth II will lie in state for four days at London's Westminster Hall, where thousands are expected to wait hours to pay their respects.
Queen Elizabeth II's children escort her coffin through Edinburgh
The queen's coffin will lie in rest in St. Giles' Cathedral for 24 hours, offering members of the public their first opportunity to visit and pay their respects in person.
David Cameron held practice audiences with King Charles III
In an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell, Cameron talked about Charles' future and his memories of the queen.
Reverend set to lead queen's funeral offers insight on what to expect
Westminster Abbey, the ancient church in London hosting Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral, has a long royal history, including with the late monarch herself.
25 weird rules about being a British royal
Strict dress codes are just the beginning.
No more Paddington bears and marmalade at queen tributes, officials say
They're cute — but not environmentally friendly.
Prince Harry speaks out after queen's death: "I am forever grateful"
"Thank you for your sound advice. Thank you for your infectious smile. We, too, smile knowing that you and grandpa are reunited now, and both together in peace," Harry says.
Commonwealth countries revive debate on British monarch as head of state
Independent nations such as Australia and Antigua and Barbuda will vote on whether to remove King Charles as head of state.
Here's what the symbols in the queen's memorial events mean
Four crowns will appear throughout the 10 days of events to honor the queen. Here is the meaning behind these crown jewels and other symbols.
The world pays respects to Queen Elizabeth II
Royal subjects and international figures alike paid tribute to the royal, who reigned for over 70 years.
Prince Harry not allowed to wear military uniform at queen's funeral
The decision by the newly ascended King Charles III means his youngest son, Prince Harry, will have to wear a suit despite his 10 years of military service.
The public will be able to pay respects to the queen as she lies in state
The queen's coffin will be guarded around the clock, and visitors must pass through airport-style security to get in.
William and Harry together again but "major unresolved issues" remain
As the official mourning period for Queen Elizabeth II continued, Harry and Meghan's relationship with the rest of the royal family appeared as complicated as it's ever been.
Kate, Princess of Wales, shares 4-year-old Prince Louis' heartfelt words about the queen
Kate, Princess of Wales, called her son "so sweet" and shared what he said about the queen's passing.
Queen Elizabeth's beloved corgis are getting a new home
Queen Elizabeth's son Andrew and his ex-wife will be taking over the care of two of her dogs.
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin makes somber journey through Scotland
Queen Elizabeth II's flag-draped coffin was driven slowly through the Scottish countryside Sunday from her beloved Balmoral Castle to the Scottish capital of Edinburgh.
Harry and Meghan's kids Archie and Lilibet now prince and princess
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's youngsters aren't the only British royals with new titles as the second Elizabethan era comes to a close.
Commentary: Queen Elizabeth's epic reign, and why the monarchy matters
Historian and author Amanda Foreman offers her thoughts on the woman who embodied the spirit of a nation, as both a figurehead and a very relatable mother and grandmother.
Former President Bill Clinton on Queen Elizabeth II: "She was an amazing woman"
The former president talks about his memories of the Queen, including her curiosity, her kindness, and her devotion to duty.
The Queen's animal companions
From Corgis to thoroughbreds, Queen Elizabeth II spent her life accompanied by four-legged friends.
Tina Brown on Queen Elizabeth II's mystique, and the monarchy's good luck
By her temperament, and her reassuring presence in the lives of her subjects, Queen Elizabeth II was the very model of a modern monarch. Tina Brown talks about the Queen's mystique, and how Her Majesty evoked history and familiarity in a turbulent world.
Britain's royal history: More than 1,000 years of family drama
Since the reign of Alfred the Great, the line of Britain's hereditary royalty has stretched across nearly 40 generations to the new king, Charles III – a sprawling family tree whose members were sometimes pitted against one another.
Charles III: What changes might we see from Britain's new king?
After serving what has been dubbed "the longest internship in history," Prince Charles has now ascended to the throne. Is Elizabeth II an impossible act to follow?
Queen Elizabeth II: Why she will be missed
Her passing after 70 years on the throne has meant that not just a monarch is gone at the age of 96, but decades of stability and continuity are suddenly gone, too.
Entertainment
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Do you care in Gen Z likes you?
Comedian Bridget Phetasy joins CBS News with her take on gaining the favor of Generation Z members. Phetasy explores the matter for The Free Press, a Paramount Skydance publication.
Dan Levy on new crime-comedy series
Dan Levy talks to "CBS Mornings" about the comedy series "Big Mistakes," which is about organized crime. Levy explains how he used his own life to help shape his character's relationships and reflects on the beloved series "Schitt's Creek."
Afrika Bambaataa, hip-hop pioneer, dies at 68
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
BTS kicks off comeback world tour
K-pop supergroup BTS hit the stage on Thursday, kicking off their comeback world tour after a four-year hiatus. Nicole Fell, assistant editor at The Hollywood Reporter, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
How realistic is "Project Hail Mary"?
Ryan Gosling's new movie, "Project Hail Mary," is raising questions about the future of the Sun. CBS News contributor Janna Levin joins with more details.
"Survivor 50" castaway talks elimination
(Spoilers ahead) The latest castaway voted off "Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss being eliminated from the game, this season's challenges and being the first member of the jury.
NASA drops Artemis II moon mission playlist with astronauts' wake-up songs
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Kanye West's upcoming Italy gig sparks debate after U.K. denied rapper entry
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West being denied entry into the U.K. has raised questions over the star's upcoming performance in Italy.
"You, Me & Tuscany" stars talk new movie
Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page join "CBS Mornings" to talk about starring in the new romantic comedy "You, Me & Tuscany." The two discuss what it was like to shoot in Italy, preparing for their roles and how it's a renaissance for romantic comedies.
Extended interview: Billy Idol
Billy Idol speaks with Anthony Mason about his music career, his life, his stage persona and more.
Kanye West barred from entering U.K. after criticism over antisemitic remarks
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
Extended interview: Mumford & Sons
Marcus Mumford, Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane, members of Mumford & Sons, talk to Anthony Mason about their new album, "Prizefighter," moving forward without Winston Marshall in the band and their upcoming tour.
Referees honor "Hoosiers" decades later
The movie "Hoosiers" was released nearly 40 years ago, but its legacy lives on through a group of Indiana referees and a basketball icon in the state. Omar Villafranca reports.
Universal Music targeted in takeover bid by hedge fund Pershing Square
American hedge fund Pershing Square announced it's offered to buy Universal Music Group in a merger, saying it believed the world's biggest music label was undervalued by stock markets.
Mindy Kaling on amplifying women's stories
Mindy Kaling speaks with Jamie Yuccas about her new venture with Amazon Publishing called Mindy's Book Studio, where she chooses books by female authors to be published and receives first rights on future screenplays.
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Anthropic's potent new AI model is a "wake-up call," security experts say
Could powerful AI models like Anthropic's Mythos give cybercriminals and other bad actors a roadmap for exploiting tech systems?
Trump proposes painting executive office building white
The building sits across a driveway from the West Wing and was completed in 1888.
Planned "Arc de Trump" would be over twice as high as Lincoln Memorial
Plans submitted by the Interior Department show the triumphal arch would be 250 feet tall, the tallest triumphal arch in the world.
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Artemis II returning to Earth for splashdown to end historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to return to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
U.S. faces an air traffic controller shortage. It's turning to gamers for help.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pointed out that gamers "have many of the hard skills it takes to be a successful controller."
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Anthropic's potent new AI model is a "wake-up call," security experts say
Could powerful AI models like Anthropic's Mythos give cybercriminals and other bad actors a roadmap for exploiting tech systems?
IMF chief concerned about Anthropic cybersecurity risks: "Time is not our friend"
Kristalina Georgieva, the head of the International Monetary Fund, called on key institutions to work together to manage cybersecurity risks.
Bessent, Fed's Powell met with bank CEOs over potent new Anthropic AI
Financial industry leaders met to discuss potential cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model, which has found weaknesses in every major computer operating system.
Why a Strait of Hormuz "toll" would pose economic and geopolitical risks
Energy industry experts warn that allowing Iran to charge ships to ensure safe passage through the strait would raise energy costs.
Inflation surged in March as Iran war drove up energy costs
Inflation rose at an annual rate of 3.3% in March, driven by the sharpest monthly increase in gas prices since 1967.
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IMF chief concerned about Anthropic cybersecurity risks: "Time is not our friend"
Kristalina Georgieva, the head of the International Monetary Fund, called on key institutions to work together to manage cybersecurity risks.
Trump proposes painting executive office building white
The building sits across a driveway from the West Wing and was completed in 1888.
Planned "Arc de Trump" would be over twice as high as Lincoln Memorial
Plans submitted by the Interior Department show the triumphal arch would be 250 feet tall, the tallest triumphal arch in the world.
U.S. faces an air traffic controller shortage. It's turning to gamers for help.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pointed out that gamers "have many of the hard skills it takes to be a successful controller."
Kamala Harris says she might run for president in 2028: "I'm thinking about it"
Former Vice President Kamala Harris said that she might run for president in 2028, telling a gathering in New York that she is considering mounting a third bid for the White House.
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Medicaid work rules will stress states' staffing capacity
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
New ALS treatment brings hope to patients
"CBS Saturday Morning" looks at an experimental treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, that is bringing hope to some patients suffering from the neurodegenerative disease. To inquire about possible participation in Silence ALS, an initiative to develop individualized gene-based therapies for patients with other rare genetic forms of ALS, please write to silenceals@cumc.columbia.edu.
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Prince Harry sued by charity he co-founded in honor of Princess Diana
Sentebale, which Prince Harry co-founded in 2006 and helps youths with HIV in southern Africa, filed the suit in London's High Court.
Why a Strait of Hormuz "toll" would pose economic and geopolitical risks
Energy industry experts warn that allowing Iran to charge ships to ensure safe passage through the strait would raise energy costs.
Abusive husband gets 8 years in prison for wife's death by suicide
Lee Milne, 40, was sentenced to eight years in prison following his conviction in Glasgow's High Court for culpable homicide and engaging in abusive behavior.
Bodies of at least 11 people found in hidden graves in western Mexico
The discovery of the grave site adds to dozens of similar cases in Jalisco, the state hardest hit by Mexico's missing persons crisis.
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Live Updates: U.S., Iran prepare for talks as shaky ceasefire holds
The U.S. and Iran are getting ready for talks Saturday in Islamabad, Pakistan, as their tenuous ceasefire held despite key sticking points.
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Do you care in Gen Z likes you?
Comedian Bridget Phetasy joins CBS News with her take on gaining the favor of Generation Z members. Phetasy explores the matter for The Free Press, a Paramount Skydance publication.
Dan Levy on new crime-comedy series
Dan Levy talks to "CBS Mornings" about the comedy series "Big Mistakes," which is about organized crime. Levy explains how he used his own life to help shape his character's relationships and reflects on the beloved series "Schitt's Creek."
Afrika Bambaataa, hip-hop pioneer, dies at 68
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
BTS kicks off comeback world tour
K-pop supergroup BTS hit the stage on Thursday, kicking off their comeback world tour after a four-year hiatus. Nicole Fell, assistant editor at The Hollywood Reporter, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
How realistic is "Project Hail Mary"?
Ryan Gosling's new movie, "Project Hail Mary," is raising questions about the future of the Sun. CBS News contributor Janna Levin joins with more details.
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Anthropic's potent new AI model is a "wake-up call," security experts say
Could powerful AI models like Anthropic's Mythos give cybercriminals and other bad actors a roadmap for exploiting tech systems?
How does Gen Z feels about AI?
A study by Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation looked into how Generation Z feels about using AI. Callie Holtermann, a reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News with more.
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.
How to stay ahead of AI in your career
A recent CBS News poll found 66% of Americans believe AI will decrease jobs. LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky and chief economic opportunity officer Aneesh Raman share insights on the skills that professionals need to stay ahead of AI at work.
Behind Anthropic's alarming AI model
Anthropic announced its new AI model is too powerful for public release. Puck's Ian Krietzberg joins CBS News with more.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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Abusive husband gets 8 years in prison for wife's death by suicide
Lee Milne, 40, was sentenced to eight years in prison following his conviction in Glasgow's High Court for culpable homicide and engaging in abusive behavior.
DOJ probing NFL over fees, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that the Justice Department is investigating the NFL over subscription fees concerns. Jake Rosen reports.
Breaking down Melania Trump's Epstein remarks
First lady Melania Trump held remarks on Thursday denying any link to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Police arrest 21 suspects in hospice fraud case
Police file charges against 21 suspects in what's described as a $267 million fraud case with zero legitimate patients. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
A man stole a handbag outside a London pub. Inside was a Faberge egg and watch.
A man who stole a handbag containing a Faberge egg and watch worth at least $2.8 million from a London pub was jailed for more than two years.
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NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to return to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
How an 8-year-old designed a zero-gravity indicator for Artemis II
The development of the mission mascot and viral sensation Rise began over a year before Artemis II blasted off.
As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew is staking their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth on Friday.
NASA drops Artemis II moon mission playlist with astronauts' wake-up songs
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
NASA gears up for Artemis II crew's return to Earth
With Artemis II astronauts closing out on-board tests, flight controllers are prepping for reentry and splashdown Friday.
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Platner leads Mills in Maine, polls show
Bloomberg's Mario Parker and Axios' Alex Isenstadt join "The Takeout" to discuss the midterms, Melania Trump and more.
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner on campaign
A series of new polls show progressive Democratic candidate Graham Platner with a double-digit lead in Maine's Senate primary over Gov. Janet Mills. He joins "The Takeout" to discuss his campaign.
What's considered middle class in the U.S.?
A recent article about a family of three making $500,000 in New York City has sparked a debate over what's considered middle class in the U.S. CBS News contributor Roland Fryer reacts to the article and explains how the middle class has changed.
JD Vance speaks on negotiations with Iran
Vice President JD Vance, Jared Kushner and special envoy Steve Witkoff are set to hold in-person negotiations with Iran on Saturday in Islamabad, Pakistan. CBS News' Sam Vinograd has more.
Analyzing Artemis mission before splashdown
The world found inspiration and wonder in new images of the moon from Artemis II. The crew is set to splash down on Friday. Senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports from the Johnson Space Center. Former NASA astronaut and engineer Danny Olivas analyzes the mission.