Zamaswazi Dlamini-Mandela remembers her grandfather, Nelson Mandela
She says her family, even from a young age, was acutely aware of his significance in the world and his fight for freedom
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Foundation: Footage from Mandela's first known TV interview discovered
Nelson Mandela Foundation says it has discovered what is thought to be the first known television interview with Mandela, decades before he became South Africa’s first black president
Feb. 11th, 1990: Nelson Mandela released from prison
On this day in 1990, Nelson Mandela was released from prison after 27 years behind bars; CBS News' Bob Simon was there
Who did Mandela leave his $4.1M estate to?
3rd wife Graca Machel may take nothing and turf wars over rights to the Mandela brand are expected, but no early contestation of South African icon's will
Giant Mandela statue has quirk that angers South Africans
The government is demanding a change to the nearly 30-foot tall monument to the late South African leader in the country’s capital
Sharpeville massacre marked turning point in South Africa's history
Sixty-nine people were killed when 3,000 black South Africans gathered to demonstrate on March 21, 1960, setting off three decades of anti-apartheid protest
In era of apartheid, footage of oppression biggest threat to regime
Filmmakers smuggled footage out of South Africa showing brutal policy which moved black South Africans from cities and farms to desolate grasslands
South Africans "put a stamp on it" for Mandela
Temporary ink tattoos of the late South African leader become the rage as a way to honor his passing
The township of Mandela's youth still struggles with squalor
Governments have changed since Nelson Mandela ran his resistance movement in Alexandra, South Africa; but open sewers, over-crowding endure
South Africa still haunted by AIDS stigma
When HIV rate skyrocketed in 1990s, President Nelson Mandela ignored calls to lead a prevention campaign; he later apologized, but the disease continues to ravage South Africa
S. Africa probes phony interpreter from Mandela memorial
Government investigating sign-language interpreter after reports surface that he once faced murder charge, other criminal charges
Secret Service faces questions over Mandela service interpreter
South African interpreter's admission to having violent outbursts raises serious security concerns after he stood on stage with Obama
Mandela memorial interpreter for deaf: I'm schizophrenic
Accused of using fake sign language during speeches, says he may have had schizophrenic episode on stage, but defends his performance
Expert says Mandela service interpreter for deaf was "making it up"
Deaf Federation of South Africa says his signs had no meaning; He signed during tribute by Obama, among others
“Mandela taught us that trust is possible,” Biden says
During a memorial service at the National Cathedral, the vice president urges to the world to learn Nelson Mandela’s lessons
Mandela's body lies in state as thousands view casket
Dignitaries, celebrities and thousands of South Africans file past flag-draped casket containing the body of anti-apartheid icon
Nelson Mandela Memorial at Soweto Stadium
Joyous, singing South Africans and dozens of foreign dignitaries gathered Tuesday to honor Nelson Mandela at massive memorial service that drew some 100 heads of state and other luminaries
Rain-soaked masses gather to remember Mandela
Thousands throng to Soweto stadium to celebrate life of "Tata Madiba," lauded by President Obama as "a giant of history"
Nelson Mandela, great reconciler, even in death
Mandela insider says part of late South African leader's legacy is his continued ability to bring people together
Bono, Charlize Theron attend Nelson Mandela memorial
The U2 frontman and actress sat together at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa
Nelson Mandela memorial: Sights and sounds of the event
Tuesday morning the world looked on during the moving the memorial for anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela
President Obama honors Nelson Mandela's legacy
President Obama addressed the massive crowd of mourners assembled to honor Nelson Mandela at FNB Stadium in Soweto
Obama: Mandela's struggle "woke me up to my responsibilities"
At a memorial service for the late South African president Nelson Mandela, Obama called himself a beneficiary of Mandela's struggle
Commemorating Nelson Mandela: Presidents, kings, citizens gather for memorial
The memorial service for Nelson Mandela features tributes by some of the anti-apartheid icon's family members and foreign leaders
How Nelson Mandela won over his jailers
Charismatic leader earned the respect and the admiration of white men who kept him behind bars for so many years
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Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China
Pompeo had warned that a new national security law proposed by Beijing would be a "death knell" for Hong Kong's autonomy.
J.K. Rowling announces new children's book
The famed author said she will release chapters of the book online each weekday for children to enjoy during these "strange, unsettling times."
Video shows boy trying to wake up dead mom at train station
A viral video of a toddler trying to wake up his dead mother at a railway station in eastern India has caused widespread outrage.
Nurse and doctor get married in the hospital where they work
They had to cancel their original wedding plans due to coronavirus, but the two frontline workers still found a way to tie the knot.
Costa Rica first country in Central America to legalize same-sex marriage
Two women became the first legally married same-sex couple in Costa Rica when a notary wearing a face mask pronounced them "wife and wife."
Spike in COVID and rare illness in kids as South Korea reopens schools
As millions of kids return to class, South Korean parents learn of the possible first cases of the rare, COVID-19-linked illness in Asia.
Trump warns China as Hong Kong protesters face crackdown and arrest
Mounting anger over China's plans to exert more power over Hong Kong spark clashes, with pepper pellets fired and almost 300 arrests.
France bans all use of drug touted by Trump in COVID-19 patients
Hydroxychloroquine had been approved for use in seriously ill patients, but the latest large-scale research shows it could do more harm than good.
Coronavirus-battered India is now battling a plague of locusts
At least 10 swarms of desert locusts, flourishing amid global warming, are chewing their way through crops, raising fears of food shortages.
New Zealand discharges last coronavirus patient
There are only 21 active COVID-19 cases remaining in the country
U.K. domestic violence charity sees calls surge 66% during COVID lockdown
"Refuge" says visits to its website have also gone up 950% since stay-at-home orders were issued in March.
Thousands of USCIS employees could be furloughed without more funds
USCIS, the fee-funded agency that oversees the nation's legal immigration system, is facing a financial crisis during the coronavirus pandemic.
Bones of approximately 60 mammoths discovered in Mexico
The discoveries will provide an "unprecedented opportunity to delve into more than 30,000 years of history," the country's National Institute of Anthropology and History said.
Afghans free 900 Taliban prisoners in hope of extended ceasefire
A truce called for the Muslim holiday of Eid has held, and the insurgent group is raising hopes it may be extended.
Scandal escalates over top U.K. official's COVID lockdown travel
PM Boris Johnson says his senior aide "acted reasonably" traveling 600 miles with his sick family, but a government official just quit over it.
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Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China
Pompeo had warned that a new national security law proposed by Beijing would be a "death knell" for Hong Kong's autonomy.
J.K. Rowling announces new children's book
The famed author said she will release chapters of the book online each weekday for children to enjoy during these "strange, unsettling times."
Video shows boy trying to wake up dead mom at train station
A viral video of a toddler trying to wake up his dead mother at a railway station in eastern India has caused widespread outrage.
Nurse and doctor get married in the hospital where they work
They had to cancel their original wedding plans due to coronavirus, but the two frontline workers still found a way to tie the knot.
Costa Rica first country in Central America to legalize same-sex marriage
Two women became the first legally married same-sex couple in Costa Rica when a notary wearing a face mask pronounced them "wife and wife."
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U.S. death toll from coronavirus tops 100,000
The grim milestone comes as states across the U.S. have begun reopening.
Race for coronavirus vaccines stokes a biotech stock bubble
Biotech stocks like Moderna and Novavax are up as much as 1,200% this year as Wall Street bets on coronavirus cures.
NY business owner worries about a city "emptying out"
David Seixas fears the virus's devastating impact on city life will chase away patrons forever from his and others' businesses.
White House press secretary voted by mail 12 times in 12 years
McEnany and President Trump have claimed vote-by-mail leads to voter fraud, though there is no evidence of widespread voter fraud.
LeBron James shares powerful image after George Floyd's death
"Do you understand NOW!!??!!?? Or is it still blurred to you??" James said in an Instagram post.
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White House press secretary voted by mail 12 times in 12 years
McEnany and President Trump have claimed vote-by-mail leads to voter fraud, though there is no evidence of widespread voter fraud.
Cuomo to Congress: "Stop abusing New York"
"Stop abusing the states who bore the brunt of the COVID virus, through no fault of their own," he said Wednesday in Washington.
Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China
Pompeo had warned that a new national security law proposed by Beijing would be a "death knell" for Hong Kong's autonomy.
Trump threatens social media companies after Twitter fact-checks tweets
Twitter issued a fact check over the president's tweet about mail-in voting on Tuesday.
States weigh vote-by-mail options amid Trump and GOP opposition
In a joint effort, the Republican National Committee and the Trump campaign have vowed to pour $20 million into voting-related fights nationwide, opposing vote-by-mail initiatives in battleground states.
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LeBron James shares powerful image after George Floyd's death
"Do you understand NOW!!??!!?? Or is it still blurred to you??" James said in an Instagram post.
Walt Disney World theme parks propose mid-July reopening
If the plans are approved, Disney's Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom will start reopening on July 11.
J.K. Rowling announces new children's book
The famed author said she will release chapters of the book online each weekday for children to enjoy during these "strange, unsettling times."
Larry Kramer, playwright and AIDS activist, dies at 84
Kramer, an Academy Award nominee, was best known for his public fight to secure medical treatment, acceptance and civil rights for people with AIDS. He died Wednesday of pneumonia.
Musician on escaping cult and finding success
Only on “CBS This Morning,” frontman of the indie rock band "The Airborne Toxic Event," Mikel Jollett, is talking for the first time at length about being born into an infamous cult and how he's still coming to terms with the repercussions today. His revealing new memoir "Hollywood Park" and new album of the same name are out now.
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Amazon COVID-19 publicity video airs as news on TV stations
PR or propaganda? Retailer defends safety efforts amid calls to shut down some warehouses after workers die from COVID-19.
How to watch the SpaceX Crew Dragon launch
Watch live as two NASA astronauts lift off aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon, ushering in a new era for the U.S. space program.
Twitter flags Trump tweet with fact-checking label
The label tells users to "get the facts" behind the president's false claims about mail-in voting fraud.
Astronauts prepare for historic orbital mission: "We're go for launch"
The U.S. is less than 24 hours from a series of firsts for the nation's space program: The first manned orbital mission in nearly a decade, and the first using a privately owned and operated spacecraft.
Apple to reopen 100 stores in the U.S. this week
Some of the iPhone maker's retail outlets will require both workers and customers to wear masks.
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Race for coronavirus vaccines stokes a biotech stock bubble
Biotech stocks like Moderna and Novavax are up as much as 1,200% this year as Wall Street bets on coronavirus cures.
SpaceX postpones historic launch due to weather
The next attempt to launch will be Saturday afternoon, after weather conditions forced a delay.
Fishermen donated 220-pound tuna to health care workers in Hawaii
"Anytime you can get fresh fish prepared for you and given to you, my god what else can we ask for," a local nurse said.
"It's tremendously exciting": Astronauts count down to historic launch
The first launch of astronauts from U.S. soil since 2011 marks a milestone for NASA — and private sector space travel.
How to watch the SpaceX Crew Dragon launch
Watch live as two NASA astronauts lift off aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon, ushering in a new era for the U.S. space program.
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Managing arthritis with wellness strategies
Dr. M. Elaine Husni, Cleveland Clinic’s vice chair of rheumatology and director of the Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Center, joined CBSN’s Anne-Marie Green to discuss how you can empower yourself in managing the chronic disease.
U.S. death toll from coronavirus tops 100,000
The grim milestone comes as states across the U.S. have begun reopening.
Race for coronavirus vaccines stokes a biotech stock bubble
Biotech stocks like Moderna and Novavax are up as much as 1,200% this year as Wall Street bets on coronavirus cures.
Amazon COVID-19 publicity video airs as news on TV stations
PR or propaganda? Retailer defends safety efforts amid calls to shut down some warehouses after workers die from COVID-19.
Cuomo to Congress: "Stop abusing New York"
"Stop abusing the states who bore the brunt of the COVID virus, through no fault of their own," he said Wednesday in Washington.
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NY business owner worries about a city "emptying out"
David Seixas fears the virus's devastating impact on city life will chase away patrons forever from his and others' businesses.
Amazon COVID-19 publicity video airs as news on TV stations
PR or propaganda? Retailer defends safety efforts amid calls to shut down some warehouses after workers die from COVID-19.
Boeing slashing 12,000 jobs as coronavirus slams travel
Aviation giant will lay off nearly 7,000 workers this week, while thousands of others are taking voluntary buyouts.
Retailer Tuesday Morning goes bankrupt, citing coronavirus
Discount chain joins J.C. Penney, Neiman Marcus and other large retailers to collapse during the pandemic.
LA retail stores to reopen with in-person shopping, mayor says
Personal service locations like hair salons will not yet be permitted to reopen, and dining in at restaurants still won't be allowed.
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LeBron James shares powerful image after George Floyd's death
"Do you understand NOW!!??!!?? Or is it still blurred to you??" James said in an Instagram post.
Minneapolis mayor calls for charges in George Floyd's death
Video showing an officer pressing his knee into the unarmed black man's neck has drawn outrage and protests.
Eric Garner's mom reacts to George Floyd's death
"It was déjà vu all over again," Carr said of the video of George Floyd being pinned down by police.
George Floyd's family says officers should "pay for what they did"
Protesters clashed with police in downtown Minneapolis Tuesday night over George Floyd's death.
Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of unarmed black man
A disturbing video showing an officer kneeling on the unarmed man's neck has drawn outrage.
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Space
SpaceX and NASA delay launch due to weather
SpaceX is ready to make history with the launch of the first crew aboard a commercial spacecraft to the International Space Station. But the weather didn't cooperate today, and the launch had to be postponed for Saturday. Loren Grush, senior space reporter for The Verge, joins CBSN to talk about the mission.
SpaceX postpones historic launch due to weather
The next attempt to launch will be Saturday afternoon, after weather conditions forced a delay.
"It's tremendously exciting": Astronauts count down to historic launch
The first launch of astronauts from U.S. soil since 2011 marks a milestone for NASA — and private sector space travel.
How to watch the SpaceX Crew Dragon launch
Watch live as two NASA astronauts lift off aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon, ushering in a new era for the U.S. space program.
Musk praises astronauts' "nerves of steel" ahead of historic launch
"I'm the chief engineer," Elon Musk said. "So I'd just like to say if it goes right, it's credit to the SpaceX-NASA team. If it goes wrong, it's my fault."
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Police and protesters clash after man's death
Thousand of protesters gathered in Minneapolis demanding justice for George Floyd after he died in police custody. The protest reached its boiling point when police fired tear gas at demonstrators. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues spoke to Floyd's family. He joins CBSN to share what they said and what's next for the officers involved.
Taps Across America
Since parades and gatherings are cancelled this Memorial Day weekend, retired Air Force bugler Jari Villanueva and correspondent Steve Hartman are asking buglers and trumpet players across the country to stand on their porches this Memorial Day, and play the haunting music of “Taps” – and for the rest of us to soak in this 24-note reminder of what Memorial Day is all about. For information on how to participate, go to cbsnews.com/taps.
Firefighters battles huge fire in San Francisco
About 150 firefighters battled a four-alarm fire at a warehouse at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf and and saved a historic World War II-era ship from the fire. Michael George reports.
Managing arthritis with wellness strategies
May is Arthritis Awareness Month. The health condition affects more than 54 million people in the U.S. Dr. M. Elaine Husni, Cleveland Clinic’s vice chair of rheumatology and director of the Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Center, joins CBSN’s Anne-Marie Green to discuss how you can empower yourself in managing the chronic disease.
An urban farm's quest to survive and thrive
Before the coronavirus, this non-profit farm was flourishing. Amid an uncertain future, they're still giving back.