Margaret Thatcher biographer on what "The Crown" gets right and wrong
Actress Gillian Anderson is earning stellar reviews for her portrayal of Thatcher, reintroducing the polarizing figure and her legacy to a new generation.
Margaret Thatcher's legacy
Theresa May becomes first female British PM since Margaret Thatcher
May will be tasked with navigating Britain through its divorce from the EU, something she had actually campaigned against
Talking tough: Margaret Thatcher on 60 Minutes
How tough was Margaret Thatcher? Have a look at this 60 Minutes interview from 1985, in which the "Iron Lady of Britain" lives up to her nickname.
Thatcher laid to rest in London
Former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher was honored with a ceremonial funeral in London on Wednesday
180 years later, Argentina claims Falklands again
Argentina's president pens an open letter to the U.K. and U.N. accusing the former of "blatant colonialism" over the Falklands
Thatcher documents shed light on Reagan relationship
A set of documents reveals the complex relationship between the PM nicknamed "The Iron Lady" and a U.S. president
Margaret Thatcher 1925-2013
Britain's first female prime minster was referred to as "The Iron Lady"
Brinkley on Thatcher and Reagan: Had "a shorthand with each other"
Douglas Brinkley, presidential historian at Rice University, talks about the special relationship between Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and President Ronald Reagan
Kissinger on Thatcher: "A towering figure"
Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger talks about how Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher changed the course of history
James Baker on Thatcher: "Changed the arc of history"
Former Secretary of State James Baker and talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about his memories of Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher
Margaret Thatcher dead at 87
Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher - the first woman to lead her country in elective office - died of a stroke at the age of 87
Margaret Thatcher: Britain's Iron Lady
Elizabeth Palmer reports on the trailblazing and contentious politician known as "The Iron Lady" led Britain through economic trials and the Falklands War
Fmr. British PM Margaret Thatcher dead at 87
CBS News' Mark Phillips reports on the death of Britain's first female prime minister Margaret Thatcher
Colin Powell remembers Margaret Thatcher
Former Secretary of State Colin Powell talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the legacy of former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher
Thatcher an influence on American Republicans
Major Garrett reports on former Britain Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher's influence on modern American Republicans
Margaret Thatcher remembered by CTM co-hosts
The "CBS This Morning" co-hosts reflect on the life of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, and share some of their favorite quotes.
Thatcher to Colin Powell: "Don't write that down, young man"
Colin Powell talks about a meeting he attended when he was a young major general, with Caspar Weinberger and Margaret Thatcher
U.K Prime Minister Cameron on Margaret Thatcher's legacy
U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron spoke about the passing of former U.K. Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and the legacy she leaves behind
Meryl Streep's admiration for Margaret Thatcher
Actress Meryl Streep has already received 16 Oscar nominations, and she'll probably hit 17 for her latest role as former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher in "The Iron Lady." Manuel Gallegus reports.
World
WHO criticizes travel bans on southern African countries
While investigations continue into the Omicron variant, WHO recommends that all countries "take a risk-based and scientific approach and put in place measures which can limit its possible spread."
"Good reason to be worried" as Omicron COVID variant spreads fast
But South Africa, after quickly detecting and reporting the strain, feels punished for its sound science as other nations slam the door shut.
Living to 100: One island's remarkable record of centenarians
Tucked in the mountains of the Italian island of Sardinia is the village of Villagrande, where researchers are studying one of the highest concentrations of centenarians in the world.
U.K. tightens COVID rules after 2 cases of new variant reported in Britain
The health secretary said the two people are self-isolating alongside their households while contact tracing and targeted testing takes place.
World scurries to contain new COVID "variant of concern"
A host of countries are imposing restrictions on southern African countries in response to warnings over the transmissibility of the new variant.
NATO chief warns Russia of 'costs' if it moves on Ukraine
Russia annexed Ukraine's Crimean Peninsula in 2014.
World Health Organization calls new COVID strain a "variant of concern"
The U.S. moved to ban travelers from eight African countries in the wake of the announcement.
New COVID variant sparks travel bans and an anxious wait for data
South African scientists were quick to detect and report the strain, but it's been detected in 3 other nations. Full analysis will take weeks, but some countries are already banning flights.
"Afghan girl" from iconic 1985 photo flees her country once again
Young refugee Sharbat Gulla's piercing green eyes on a 1985 National Geographic cover captivated the world. Almost 30 years later, she's sought refuge again, this time in Italy.
At least 52 dead in Russian mine collapse, officials say
The state Tass and RIA-Novosti news agencies cited emergency officials as saying that there was no chance of finding any more survivors in the Listvyazhnaya mine.
South Africa detects new coronavirus variant amid spike in cases
Scientists say the new variant is a concern because of its high number of mutations and rapid spread among young people in one of the country's provinces.
At least 27 die in worst migrant disaster to date in English Channel
Five women and a little girl were among those killed when the inflatable dinghy, which they likely paid smugglers for space on, capsized in one of the world's busiest shipping channels.
Sweden's 1st female prime minister steps down after just hours
Magdalena Andersson got the job on a thin margin and was immediately dealt a huge parliamentary defeat. She was unwilling to lead a government with "grounds to question its legitimacy."
Egypt to reopen ancient parade route, the "Avenue of Sphinxes"
The 1.7-mile-long "Path of God," lined with more than 1,000 sphinx and ram statues, spent centuries buried by the sands of time. It was reopened with all due pomp and ceremony.
Dozens dead after boat carrying migrants capsizes in English Channel
It was the worst loss of life on record involving migrants in the narrow stretch of water.
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Stock market rebounds as investors weigh Omicron's impact
The S&P 500 rose 1% on Monday, making up some ground after suffering its worst trading day in nine months on Friday.
Watch Live: Biden provides update on Omicron variant
The Biden administration's travel restrictions on eight countries in southern Africa begin Monday.
Matthew McConaughey won't run for governor of Texas "at this moment"
After months of speculation, Oscar-winning actor calls bid for governorship a "humbling and inspiring path to ponder," but one he's "choosing not to take at this moment."
Former defense chief Mark Esper sues Pentagon over memoir redactions
Esper, who wrote about his time as Trump's Secretary of Defense, claims redactions demanded by the Pentagon after an "unusual" delay infringe on his constitutional rights.
Virgil Abloh, famed fashion designer, dies of cancer at 41
Abloh, 41, battled cardiac angiosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer.
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Watch Live: Biden provides update on Omicron variant
The Biden administration's travel restrictions on eight countries in southern Africa begin Monday.
Former defense chief Mark Esper sues Pentagon over memoir redactions
Esper, who wrote about his time as Trump's Secretary of Defense, claims redactions demanded by the Pentagon after an "unusual" delay infringe on his constitutional rights.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
IRS has distributed almost 170 million payments. But hardship remains widespread as the Delta variant spreads.
Doug Emhoff speaks at lighting of National Menorah
Sunday marks the first night of Hanukkah.
Amazon's consumer chief says hiring remains a "challenge"
Dave Clark, the CEO of Amazon Worldwide Consumer, says the company is hiring thousands of workers by offering incentives and higher wages.
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WHO criticizes travel bans on southern African countries
While investigations continue into the Omicron variant, WHO recommends that all countries "take a risk-based and scientific approach and put in place measures which can limit its possible spread."
"Good reason to be worried" as Omicron COVID variant spreads fast
But South Africa, after quickly detecting and reporting the strain, feels punished for its sound science as other nations slam the door shut.
Military service members face deadline to get COVID-19 vaccine
U.S. Navy Surgeon General Rear Admiral Bruce Gillingham said that service members who do not get vaccinated "can be administratively separated for not following a direct order."
Merriam-Webster picks its 2021 word of the year
The U.S. dictionary of record says lookups for the word increased 1,048% this year, and it's a word that "really represents two different stories."
Can we reset our biological clocks?
Life expectancy has increased in recent decades, but researchers are looking for ways to further slow the aging process and extend human life, including warding off disease by targeting the biology of aging itself.
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Dow plunges 1,000 points on new COVID-19 variant fears
Investors spooked by highly contagious coronavirus strain, with the U.S. imposing flight restrictions on affected countries.
Pfizer testing its vaccine against new COVID-19 strain
Drugmaker said it could develop a vaccine for the Omicron variant in 100 days, but government clearance could take longer.
Unionized workers fight for better pay in post-pandemic economy
"Workers definitely have more labor market leverage because employers need to hire," said one expert.
Black Friday sales on track for record high
Holiday sales in November and December could top $200 billion, according to a forecast from Adobe.
Here's why billions of charitable dollars go unused every year
The more people who know about donation-matching programs offered by employers, the more they will be utilized.
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WHO criticizes travel bans on southern African countries
While investigations continue into the Omicron variant, WHO recommends that all countries "take a risk-based and scientific approach and put in place measures which can limit its possible spread."
"Good reason to be worried" as Omicron COVID variant spreads fast
But South Africa, after quickly detecting and reporting the strain, feels punished for its sound science as other nations slam the door shut.
Living to 100: One island's remarkable record of centenarians
Tucked in the mountains of the Italian island of Sardinia is the village of Villagrande, where researchers are studying one of the highest concentrations of centenarians in the world.
U.K. tightens COVID rules after 2 cases of new variant reported in Britain
The health secretary said the two people are self-isolating alongside their households while contact tracing and targeted testing takes place.
World scurries to contain new COVID "variant of concern"
A host of countries are imposing restrictions on southern African countries in response to warnings over the transmissibility of the new variant.
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Entertainment
Smithsonian celebrates Hip Hop History Month
To celebrate hip-hop's first-ever history month, "CBS Mornings" spoke with Sha-Rock, America's first female MC, Public Enemy's Chuck D and Smithsonian curator Dwan Reece to examine the impact and influence of hip-hop on American culture.
Kevin Hart takes on drama in "True Story"
Comedian, actor and businessman Kevin Hart made his dramatic series debut in the Netflix limited series thriller "True Story." He sat down with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King at his HartBeat Studios in Los Angeles and opened up about the meaning that he hopes his ambitions to be a billionaire by age 45 sends and how he used his street smarts to create a booming business.
Matthew McConaughey won't run for governor of Texas "at this moment"
After months of speculation, Oscar-winning actor calls bid for governorship a "humbling and inspiring path to ponder," but one he's "choosing not to take at this moment."
Tony Bennett performs moving final concert
On his 95th birthday, music legend Tony Bennett gave his final concert six months after he and his family revealed he has Alzheimer's. Bennett sang alongside Lady Gaga at Radio City Music Hall in a special broadcast that aired Sunday night on CBS and the ViacomCBS streaming service Paramount+. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Virgil Abloh, famed fashion designer, dies of cancer at 41
Abloh, 41, battled cardiac angiosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer.
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Avatars that tell your story after you're gone
Companies are creating bots, holograms and video renditions that will enable you to "talk" to succeeding generations. Correspondent David Pogue looks into how technology is giving some people virtual immortality.
Anti-consumerism sentiment grows worldwide
A growing number of people are protesting the holiday shopping season, arguing glutinous consumerism is creating environmental and social challenges. CBSN's Lana Zak spoke with senior content writer and style editor for Thred Media, Sofia Phillips, about the movement.
Supply chain issues to affect holiday shopping season
The backlog in the U.S. supply chain is going to cost consumers more money and make some gifts harder to find this holiday season. Keesa Schreane, global partner director at the London Stock Exchange Group, spoke with Christina Ruffini on CBSN about how long these issues are expected to last.
NASA mission tests asteroid defense plan
NASA launched a spacecraft toward an asteroid, hoping to redirect it before it threatens Earth. Mark Strassmann has the details.
Biden applauds unemployment dip to 52-year low
President Biden touted the drop in first-time unemployment benefit claims to a 52-year low, though he faces other economic problems like rising prices and supply chain issues amid speculation on a possible second term. Sabrina Rodríguez, national political correspondent for Politico, joins CBSN to discuss the news from the White House.
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What animals might teach us about living longer
From naked mole-rats and elephants to tortoises and macaws, many animals have traits that help them avoid the damage that aging, or cancer, causes in humans. Correspondent Martha Teichner visits the Birmingham Zoo in Alabama to observe some of Nature's most resilient creatures.
Cryonics: Putting your future plans for life on ice
In an Arizona facility, the bodies of nearly 200 people, and 90 pets, are being stored in liquid nitrogen at -320°F, to be kept frozen until scientists of the future can possibly revive them.
The oldest trees on Earth
The gnarled bristlecone pines that have taken root high atop the remote, rocky slopes of California's White Mountains are the longest-lived individual trees on the planet – and they have secrets to share.
The world's oldest trees
The twisting bristlecone pines that have taken root high atop the remote, rocky slopes of California's White Mountains are the longest-lived individual trees on the planet. Correspondent Conor Knighton looks into the secrets these trees can tell us about history, the climate, and our possible future.
Biden promotes small businesses amid drop in stocks
Despite some concerns about the Omicron variants impact on an already fragile stock market, President Biden said he's not at all worried about the possible fall. Weija Jiang updates.
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Ghislaine Maxwell sex abuse trial begins
Opening statements are set for Monday in the trial of Ghislaine Maxwell, the former associate of Jeffrey Epstein charged with recruiting and grooming girls for his alleged sex trafficking ring. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about what the prosecution has to prove to make its case and whether taking the stand would benefit Maxwell.
Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex abuse trial begins
British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell was set to face a New York jury Monday for the first day of her sex abuse trial. She’s accused of recruiting and grooming underage girls for Jeffrey Epstein. Mola Lenghi reports.
Defense attorney brings up Colonel Sanders in attempt to save his client
Kevin Gough, William "Roddie" Bryan's lawyer, raises eyebrows with an unusual comment.
Ahmaud Arbery's mother fulfills promise: "I will get justice"
Inside the trial against the three White men accused of killing a Black jogger, the final guilty verdicts, and a mother's pursuit of the truth of what happened to her son.
News crew security guard dies after being shot during attempted robbery
Kevin Nishita was an armed guard for Star Protection Agency and provided security for television news crews who are often targeted by robbers for their equipment.
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NASA moves ahead with December launch for Hubble successor
NASA cleared engineers to begin fueling the $10 billion James Webb Space Telescope for launch December 22.
Russian docking module launched to space station
The module will use a Russian "space tug" to rendezvous with the space station Friday.
NASA launches spacecraft to deflect asteroid
On Wednesday morning, NASA launched DART, a spacecraft designed to smash into an asteroid to deflect its course. Mark Strassmann reports on the groundbreaking planetary defense mission.
SpaceX sends NASA craft on collision course with asteroid
The DART mission is intended to test the feasibility of one day deflecting a threatening asteroid.
Alan Shepard's daughter and GMA's Michael Strahan to fly in space
The New Shepard flight in December will be Blue Origin's third with passengers and its first with a crew of six.
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Patrick De La Cerda murder: Inside the case
In 2018, the Deltona, Florida, man was newly engaged and planning for his wedding until he was tragically gunned down at his home.
It's been 50 years since the infamous Attica prison riot
Inmates held some 36 hostages for five days. And that was just the beginning
Mallory Beach death: Inside the boat crash that killed S.C. teen
In February 2019 a fatal boat crash took the life of the teen when friend Paul Murdaugh allegedly drunkenly crashed his family's boat. In 2021, after Paul was murdered, investigators began to take a closer look at the Murdaugh family.
The best holiday movies, ranked (and where you can stream them)
Ring in the holiday season by streaming these festive films.
Linda O'Keefe murder: Inside the investigation
Newport Beach Police give 11-year-old Linda O'Keefe a voice on Twitter hoping to solve her cold case 45 years later.
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Being Different in the Delta
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series explores the history of anti-Asian racism in Mississippi's Delta region and a new generation that's demanding change.
NFL wraps up Week 12
The NFL completed Week 12 of the season as Tom Brady's Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Indianapolis Colts in the final minute of the game Sunday and Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers overcame a toe injury to clinch Green Bay's victory over the Los Angeles Rams. CBS Sports senior NFL reporter Jonathan Jones joins CBSN to break down the latest across the league.
Ghislaine Maxwell sex abuse trial begins
Opening statements are set for Monday in the trial of Ghislaine Maxwell, the former associate of Jeffrey Epstein charged with recruiting and grooming girls for his alleged sex trafficking ring. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about what the prosecution has to prove to make its case and whether taking the stand would benefit Maxwell.
The Trials of Critical Race Theory
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series examines the backlash to so-called critical race theory in schools and the impact on students and teachers.
Omicron coronavirus variant spreads globally
The U.S. is barring travelers from several African countries in a bid to slow the spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant first identified in South Africa. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports from South Africa and Alonzo Plough chief science officer and vice president of research, evaluation and learning at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, joins CBSN to discuss the variant.