Will Smith quells "Concussion" controversy at Film Awards
Smith is not expecting any pushback from the NFL over his upcoming football drama "Concussion."
Movies
Gillian Anderson on why you should see "Sold"
The star of "The X Files" raises awareness about worldwide sex trafficking in new drama
Ex-N.W.A. Manager sues over "Straight Outta Compton"
The manager is portrayed in the film by Paul Giamatti
Sandra Bullock joins all-female "Ocean's Eleven" reboot
Another all-female reboot? We're in
Actors almost cast in iconic roles
From Han Solo to Katniss Everdeen, imagine how different these iconic movie characters could have been...
George Lucas donates $10 million to USC film school
The money will help provide financial support to black and Hispanic students
Elizabeth Banks will direct "Pitch Perfect 3"
Banks is coming back to the world of a cappella
Why is the movie industry changing?
Hollywood has long been seen as a place of wonder but lately, it may feel like every box office smash is a sequel or even a sequel of a sequel
Daniel Craig, royals gather for Bond "Spectre" premiere
Duchess Kate, Prince William and Prince Harry joined Daniel Craig at the Bond premiere
"Spectre" world premiere
Daniel Craig and his co-stars certainly looked like special agents in their sophisticated formalwear
Reese Witherspoon: We're ready for "Legally Blonde 3"
And next time, Elle Woods might be running for president
New movies fizzle at the weekend box office
It was a truly outrageous weekend at the box office, and not in a good way
Passage: Maureen O'Hara
The fiery-red-haired Hollywood star of such classics as "Miracle on 34th Street" and "The Quiet Man" was dubbed "The Queen of Technicolor"
John Cleese: It's very, very hard, really, to make people laugh
The Monty Python veteran talks about the value of his life's work: "introducing happiness" through comedic gems
Extended transcript: John Cleese
In this expanded interview the English comedian and Monty Python vet talks about comedy, his mother's anxiety, divorce laws, and why you won't see him doing any more silly walks
John Cleese
The Monty Python veteran and creator of "Fawlty Towers" is pleased to point out the silliness in the world
Maureen O'Hara 1920-2015
The Irish actress starred in such Hollywood classics as "How Green Was My Valley," "Miracle on 34th Street," and "The Quiet Man"
Maureen O'Hara, spirited movie star, dies at 95
Irish-born actress, a frequent co-star of John Wayne, also appeared in such classics as "How Green Was My Valley," Miracle on 34th Street" and "The Parent Trap"
The surprising thing DiCaprio did during "The Revenant"
Leonardo DiCaprio is calling "The Revenant" shoot one of the most difficult in his life
"Gravity" director Alfonso Cuaron talks working with Clooney, Bullock
Alfonso Cuaron calls his 3D blockbuster "a primal journey"
Sundance Film Festival gets under way
Robert Redford's Sundance Film Festival kicks off, plus more in today's Eye on Entertainment
Helen Mirren to receive big BAFTA honor
The actress will get the BAFTA fellowship in London next month, plus more in today's Eye on Entertainment
13 modern horror classics for any mood
Here are our favorite scary movies to get you in the Halloween spirit, for whatever mood you're in
Elle Women in Hollywood 2015
Salma Hayek, Meryl Streep, Zoe Saldana and more stars step out in Los Angeles
New "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" trailer debuts
Explosive new footage from the upcoming adventure bows, as the launch of ticket sales crushes websites
Entertainment
Longtime high school band director wins 2026 Music Educator Award
"CBS Mornings" reveals Jennifer Jimenez, a longtime high school band director in Miami, is the winner of the prestigious 2026 Music Educator Award.
Ralph Macchio looks back on playing "The Karate Kid"
On Jan. 29, 2026, the Library of Congress named "The Karate Kid" – a beloved 1984 tale of a young boy learning important life lessons from his mentor, a martial arts instructor – to the National Film Registry, to be preserved for future generations. In this 2024 interview with "Sunday Morning" correspondent Lee Cowan, "Karate Kid" star Ralph Macchio talked about auditioning for the role; his relationship with co-star Pat Morita, who played Mr. Miyagi; and why he believes the film has resonated with audiences.
New batch of movie classics added to National Film Registry
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are "The Big Chill," Wes Anderson's "The Grand Budapest Hotel," the Civil War drama "Glory," and John Carpenter's "The Thing."
Bruce Springsteen releases new song, "Streets of Minneapolis"
Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis."
Peyton List on new season of "School Spirits"
Peyton List, who stars in the series "School Spirits" talks to "CBS Mornings" about the show's third season, her desire for her character to get closure and performing in off-Broadway's "Heathers The Musical."
Rosé opens up about success, self-doubt
Singer Rosé is the first K-pop star to have a song nominated in the Grammy's main categories, including record of the year and song of the year. She spoke to "CBS Mornings" about why she's still coming to terms with her success.
Ye, formerly Kanye West, reveals brain injury, apologizes for antisemitic remarks
In a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, revealed that the right frontal lobe of his brain was injured in a car accident 25 years ago.
Sundance Film Festival leaving Park City, Utah
After more than 40 years, the Sundance Film Festival is leaving its longtime host of Park City, Utah, and heading to Boulder, Colorado. Sarah Horbacewicz reports.
The adventures of Lauren Hutton, the original supermodel
As the face of Revlon, Lauren Hutton – called a "believable beauty" – became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks about her adventurous life of no regrets.
The adventures of Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second."
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including the iconic Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani.
"Wonder and awe": The art of Ruth Asawa
In her choice of media, sculptor Ruth Asawa (1926-2013) employed a resourcefulness that stemmed from her early years on a farm – and in a WWII detention camp for Japanese Americans. She's now the subject of a retrospective at New York's Museum of Modern Art.
"Wonder and awe": The art of Ruth Asawa
Artist Ruth Asawa (1926-2013) made a name for herself as a sculptor in the San Francisco Bay Area, creating works using a wide range of media, employing a resourcefulness that stemmed from her early years on a farm in Southern California – and in a detention camp for Japanese Americans during World War II. She's now the subject of a retrospective on view at New York's Museum of Modern Art. Faith Salie reports.
Chanel's new era with artistic director Matthieu Blazy
Chanel is one of the most famous brands in fashion, and one of the biggest, with roughly $20 billion in sales every year. Since taking over as artistic director of the fashion house last April, Matthieu Blazy has followed in the footsteps of Karl Lagerfeld and the visionary Gabrielle ""Coco"" Chanel. Alina Cho talks with Blazy, and goes behind the scenes of preparations for Chanel's latest runway show. She also talks with Chanel ambassador and actress Ayo Edebiri about her love for the brand.
Kermit the Frog gets a new home
A 900-pound Kermit the Frog took a journey from Hollywood to Atlanta. Brian Unger has the story.
U.S.
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Hyundai recalls nearly 569,000 Palisade SUVs over faulty air bag
Side-curtain air bags in some Hyundai Palisade SUVs may not properly deploy during a crash, auto safety watchdog warns.
Senate to vote on advancing funding bills as Democrats push for ICE reforms
Democrats say they won't allow the funding package to move forward without reforms to immigration enforcement.
ICE ends enhanced immigration operations in Maine, Collins says
Maine Sen. Susan Collins said there are no ongoing or planned large-scale ICE operations in the state.
Dow to cut 4,500 jobs as it shifts to AI and automation
Dow's announcement comes after several other large corporations, from Amazon to UPS, said they plan to cut jobs.
AI poses bigger threat in jobs with more women, study finds
Workers in clerical and administrative roles could have the most trouble adapting to the impact of AI on jobs, new research shows.
MoneyWatch
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Hyundai recalls nearly 569,000 Palisade SUVs over faulty air bag
Side-curtain air bags in some Hyundai Palisade SUVs may not properly deploy during a crash, auto safety watchdog warns.
Dow to cut 4,500 jobs as it shifts to AI and automation
Dow's announcement comes after several other large corporations, from Amazon to UPS, said they plan to cut jobs.
AI poses bigger threat in jobs with more women, study finds
Workers in clerical and administrative roles could have the most trouble adapting to the impact of AI on jobs, new research shows.
Bessent touts Trump Accounts as rainy day fund, slams critics as "out of touch"
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized the benefits of Trump Accounts and addressed affordability concerns in an interview with CBS News.
Bessent defends Powell probe: "Independence does not mean no accountability"
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent tells CBS News that Federal Reserve officials must be "beyond reproach" in communicating with the public.
Politics
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Senate to vote on advancing funding bills as Democrats push for ICE reforms
Democrats say they won't allow the funding package to move forward without reforms to immigration enforcement.
ICE ends enhanced immigration operations in Maine, Collins says
Maine Sen. Susan Collins said there are no ongoing or planned large-scale ICE operations in the state.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar announces run for Minnesota governor
Sen. Amy Klobuchar on Thursday launched her campaign to be Minnesota's next governor, a surprise twist in the race for the top job in the state as it experiences an unprecedented immigration enforcement operation that's ignited a national debate.
Families adopting internationally face more hurdles with Trump's latest travel bans
Unlike earlier travel bans, President Trump's latest restrictions on travel from dozens of countries make no categorical exception for adoption-related visas.
Noem can't end protections for Venezuelans in U.S., federal appeals court rules
A federal appeals court said DHS Secretary Kristi Noem acted illegally when she ended legal protections giving hundreds of thousands of people from Venezuela permission to live and work in the U.S.
HealthWatch
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Life expectancy in U.S. hit record high of 79 years in 2024, CDC says
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
Gerber recalls some arrowroot biscuits over potential plastic, paper pieces
The recall affects several batches of the 5.5-ounce Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits, the FDA said.
South Carolina measles outbreak now larger than Texas' in 2025, new data shows
South Carolina's measles outbreak has grown to include 789 cases. A West Texas outbreak last year sickened 762 people.
Trump policies at odds with emerging understanding of COVID's long-term harm
Studies offer insights into the health risks and burdens faced by people who have had COVID infections. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has narrowed COVID vaccine recommendations and cut research.
Pediatrics group releases vaccine recommendations, breaks with CDC
The AAP is recommending immunization against 18 diseases. Earlier this month, the CDC reduced its recommendations for childhood vaccines to 11 diseases.
World
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Indonesian couple caned for sex outside marriage and drinking alcohol
The Sharia police chief in Indonesia's Banda Aceh province is unapologetic about the latest canings, imposed for behavior he said, "tarnishes our name."
Small plane crash in Colombia kills all 15 passengers, including lawmaker
Authorities say a small plane has crashed in a rural area of Norte de Santander province in northeast Colombia, killing all 15 people on board.
Ancient species that survived mass extinction event found in China
The fossils offer a rare glimpse into a cataclysmic event that brought a sudden end to the greatest explosion of life in our planet's history.
Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train
As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.
Colombian security forces kill 5 members of powerful cocaine cartel
President Donald Trump is set to host Gustavo Petro at the White House for talks on combatting drug trafficking from Colombia, the world's top cocaine producer.
Entertainment
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Longtime high school band director wins 2026 Music Educator Award
"CBS Mornings" reveals Jennifer Jimenez, a longtime high school band director in Miami, is the winner of the prestigious 2026 Music Educator Award.
Ralph Macchio looks back on playing "The Karate Kid"
On Jan. 29, 2026, the Library of Congress named "The Karate Kid" – a beloved 1984 tale of a young boy learning important life lessons from his mentor, a martial arts instructor – to the National Film Registry, to be preserved for future generations. In this 2024 interview with "Sunday Morning" correspondent Lee Cowan, "Karate Kid" star Ralph Macchio talked about auditioning for the role; his relationship with co-star Pat Morita, who played Mr. Miyagi; and why he believes the film has resonated with audiences.
New batch of movie classics added to National Film Registry
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are "The Big Chill," Wes Anderson's "The Grand Budapest Hotel," the Civil War drama "Glory," and John Carpenter's "The Thing."
Bruce Springsteen releases new song, "Streets of Minneapolis"
Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis."
Peyton List on new season of "School Spirits"
Peyton List, who stars in the series "School Spirits" talks to "CBS Mornings" about the show's third season, her desire for her character to get closure and performing in off-Broadway's "Heathers The Musical."
Technology
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Technology
New AI features for Gmail users
This month, Google launched a suite of new features for Gmail. Google's AI assistant, Gemini, can now filter through junk, summarize an inbox and even help users write emails. Blake Barnes, Gmail vice president of product, joins CBS News to discuss.
Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train
As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.
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.
TikTok's new privacy policy is sparking a backlash. Here's what to know.
Some TikTok users are raising questions about the app's new terms and conditions after the social media platform's split from its China-based parent.
Newsom launches probe into TikTok
The new American version of TikTok is under scrutiny as some users claim the app is suppressing anti-ICE or anti-Trump content. Now, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is launching an investigation into the complaints. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
Science
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Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Crime
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Crime
Sentencing for former deputy in Massey case
Sean Grayson, the man convicted of fatally shooting Sonya Massey after responding to her 911 call, is set to be sentenced Thursday. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
Husband testifies he did not plot wife's killing despite affair with au pair
Brendan Banfield testified he and Juliana Peres Magalhães did not plot to kill his wife and another man despite what prosecutors suggest.
Masih Alinejad on facing would-be assassin
A would-be assassin operating on behalf of the Iranian government has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. Prosecutors say an Iranian operative hired Brooklyn man Carslile Rivera to assassinate women's rights activist Masih Alinejad for $100,000. Prosecutors note he may not have known he was working for Iran. Alinejad, a CBS News contributor, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Details on man who charged at Rep. Omar
More details are emerging about 55-year-old Anthony Kazmierczak, the man detained after charging at Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar during a town hall meeting on Tuesday. CBS News' Ian Lee reports.
Colombian security forces kill 5 members of powerful cocaine cartel
President Donald Trump is set to host Gustavo Petro at the White House for talks on combatting drug trafficking from Colombia, the world's top cocaine producer.
Space
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Artemis II crew undergoes intense training for rare moon mission
For months, the Artemis II crew and flight controllers have been simulating malfunctions to prepare for their upcoming trip around the Moon.
Inside Artemis II astronauts' training
NASA is preparing for its first crewed mission around the moon in more than 50 years. The Artemis II astronauts include three Americans and one Canadian on a 10-day flight. Mark Strassmann got a look at how they're training.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
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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.
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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Sentencing for former deputy in Massey case
Sean Grayson, the man convicted of fatally shooting Sonya Massey after responding to her 911 call, is set to be sentenced Thursday. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
Bessent defends Powell probe, Trump Accounts
In an interview with CBS News, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended the DOJ investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell, saying, "I think that the message is that independence does not mean no accountability." He also addressed the new Trump Accounts, which are tax-deferred investment accounts created for every American child born between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2028.
2026 Grammy Music Educator Award announced
"CBS Mornings" exclusively announced the winner of the Grammy Music Educator Award for 2026: It goes to Jennifer Jimenez of South Miami Senior High School in Florida. Jimenez is a high school band director, who has taught for 19 years at the school.
Senate Democrats make demands for ICE reform
Senate Democrats are demanding changes to the Trump administration's ICE operations to avert a government shutdown. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Video of Alex Pretti scuffle
A video of an altercation involving Alex Pretti and federal agents 11 days before his death has emerged. CBS News' Lana Zak breaks down what was caught on camera.