Obama says women are "pretty indisputably" better than men
Speaking at a private event in Singapore, the former president said that while women are not perfect, they are "pretty indisputably" better than men.
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Thousands of Ohio absentee applications denied
A review conducted by the Associated Press found thousands of Ohio voters were held up or stymied in their efforts to get absentee ballots in the 2018 general election due to missing or mismatched signatures on ballot applications.
Democrats get mixed ratings on handling of impeachment - CBS poll
And heading into a Senate trial, the public is also split over what the outcome ought to be, with some saying the Senate should not hold a trial at all.
The role of race and gender in the 2020 presidential race - CBS News poll
Do Democrats think black or female nominees would have harder time beating Trump in 2020?
New figures: 1,134 families separated since end of "zero tolerance"
Since June 2018, the administration has separated 1,134 migrant families. Advocates and the government disagree over whether they were justified.
Schumer sends letter to set framework for impeachment trial
Senate Republicans, including McConnell, have been signaling to the president they would prefer a speedy trial that does not involve calling any new witnesses.
Freshman Dems seeking Amash as House impeachment manager
Amash left the Republican Party earlier this year after saying he believed President Trump had committed impeachable acts.
Comey concedes "real sloppiness" by FBI in Carter Page probe
The former FBI director admitted the bureau acted with "real sloppiness" in its applications to wiretap former Trump campaign aid Carter Page.
Durbin urges McConnell to ensure "proper" Senate impeachment trial
"We may interfere with some tee times here, but we ought to really stand up for the demeanor, the history and the traditions of the Senate," Durbin said.
U.S. trade chief hails "most momentous day in trade history"
"It was extremely momentous and indicative of where we're going, what this president has accomplished," Lighthizer told "Face the Nation."
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Impeachment updates: Congress prepares for historic week
With the House poised to impeach the president, Senate Democrats are working to shape an eventual trial.
Harvey Weinstein wants credit for helping female filmmakers' careers
Ahead of his criminal trial on sexual assault and rape charges, the disgraced mogul says he feels like "the forgotten man" and complains that his legacy in the movie business has been "eviscerated"
New figures: 1,134 families separated since end of "zero tolerance"
Since June 2018, the administration has separated 1,134 migrant families. Advocates and the government disagree over whether they were justified.
Police search for missing Texas mother and her newborn girl
Police in Austin are searching for Heide Broussard and her 2-week-old child, Margot Carey
Democrats get mixed ratings on handling of impeachment - CBS poll
And heading into a Senate trial, the public is also split over what the outcome ought to be, with some saying the Senate should not hold a trial at all.
Hallmark to "reinstate" TV ads showing same-sex couple after outcry
It's unclear whether Zola will continue airing ads on the The Hallmark Channel, but they noted they are "relieved" by these recent updates.
Florida man threatened in videos to burn blacks and soldiers, feds say
Mostafa Hussaini, aka Vam Vima, also threatened Christians and posted a dozen videos in all, authorities say.
Video shows officer slamming middle schooler to ground, twice
A Vance County, North Carolina school resource officer was put on paid leave after the video surfaced, pending an investigation.
Obama says women are "pretty indisputably" better than men
Speaking at a private event in Singapore, the former president said that while women are not perfect, they are "pretty indisputably" better than men.
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Buttigieg releases names of donor bundlers
It's the latest in a series of disclosures from his campaign after increasing pressure from Senator Elizabeth Warren and others to be more transparent.
What Democratic primary voters are talking about in early-voting states
Impeachment isn't coming up much at campaign events and town halls, CBS News campaign reporters tell Major Garrett on this week's episode of "The Takeout" podcast.
Democratic campaign arm launches digital battleground ads
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is spending tens of thousands to try to counter millions in digital ad spending by GOP interests
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Dems react to Boris Johnson's big UK win
New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg called it "a sort of catastrophic warning to the Democratic party."
Bloomberg gives $10M to help endangered House Democrats
His donation is aimed at shoring up vulnerable House Democrats being targeted by allies of President Trump over the ongoing impeachment inquiry.
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Obama says women are "pretty indisputably" better than men
Speaking at a private event in Singapore, the former president said that while women are not perfect, they are "pretty indisputably" better than men.
China says critical soccer star "deceived by fake news"
Mesut Ozil condemned China's crackdown on Muslim minorities in the western region in a tweet and criticized Muslim countries for failing to speak up about the alleged abuses.
New figures: 1,134 families separated since end of "zero tolerance"
Since June 2018, the administration has separated 1,134 migrant families. Advocates and the government disagree over whether they were justified.
China urges U.S. to "correct its mistake" in expelling diplomats
U.S. has yet to confirm that 2 Chinese officials, including a suspected intel officer, were kicked out months ago after driving onto a military base.
4 more New Zealand volcano victims identified
The death toll was officially raised to 16 on Sunday.
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91-year-old receives high school diploma
He never thought he'd reach this milestone – but there he was, tossing a graduation cap into a crowd.
Obama says women are "pretty indisputably" better than men
Speaking at a private event in Singapore, the former president said that while women are not perfect, they are "pretty indisputably" better than men.
Thousands of Ohio absentee applications denied
A review conducted by the Associated Press found thousands of Ohio voters were held up or stymied in their efforts to get absentee ballots in the 2018 general election due to missing or mismatched signatures on ballot applications.
Harvey Weinstein wants credit for helping female filmmakers' careers
Ahead of his criminal trial on sexual assault and rape charges, the disgraced mogul says he feels like "the forgotten man" and complains that his legacy in the movie business has been "eviscerated"
Democrats get mixed ratings on handling of impeachment - CBS poll
And heading into a Senate trial, the public is also split over what the outcome ought to be, with some saying the Senate should not hold a trial at all.
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Obama says women are "pretty indisputably" better than men
Speaking at a private event in Singapore, the former president said that while women are not perfect, they are "pretty indisputably" better than men.
Thousands of Ohio absentee applications denied
A review conducted by the Associated Press found thousands of Ohio voters were held up or stymied in their efforts to get absentee ballots in the 2018 general election due to missing or mismatched signatures on ballot applications.
Democrats get mixed ratings on handling of impeachment - CBS poll
And heading into a Senate trial, the public is also split over what the outcome ought to be, with some saying the Senate should not hold a trial at all.
The role of race and gender in the 2020 presidential race - CBS News poll
Do Democrats think black or female nominees would have harder time beating Trump in 2020?
New figures: 1,134 families separated since end of "zero tolerance"
Since June 2018, the administration has separated 1,134 migrant families. Advocates and the government disagree over whether they were justified.
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Kennedy Center honoree Sally Field: "Acting has healed me"
The award-winning star of "Norma Rae" and "Forrest Gump" reflects on her stellar career, and a scarred childhood
Harvey Weinstein wants credit for helping female filmmakers' careers
Ahead of his criminal trial on sexual assault and rape charges, the disgraced mogul says he feels like "the forgotten man" and complains that his legacy in the movie business has been "eviscerated"
Hallmark to "reinstate" TV ads showing same-sex couple after outcry
It's unclear whether Zola will continue airing ads on the The Hallmark Channel, but they noted they are "relieved" by these recent updates.
Photos: Kennedy Center Honors 2019
This year's honorees are: Actress Sally Field, singer Linda Ronstadt, disco-funk band Earth Wind and Fire, conductor Michael Tilson Thomas and long-running children's TV show "Sesame Street."
Kennedy Center Honors celebrates icons in the arts
The 42nd Annual Kennedy Center Honors was a night filled with stars. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid was on the red carpet and spoke to the honorees and attendees about the highlights.
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Holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
The jolly old man in red who looks suspiciously like "Sunday Morning" contributor David Pogue (but sounds like no one else) delivers some gift suggestions for those on your holiday list who love gadgets
Almanac: Saving the Leaning Tower of Pisa
On December 15, 2001, one of the world's most recognizable and beloved landmarks reopened to the public after an 11-year renovation aimed at preventing a catastrophe
Delivering the goods: Drones and robots are making their way to your door
With companies offering free shipping to gain a competitive edge, radical new technologies are being tested to cut the cost of the supply chain's expensive "last mile"
New Orleans city government falls victim to cyber attack
The city's mayor has declared a state of emergency.
Feds bust illegal streaming site bigger than Netflix
Site called iStreamItAll offered access to a vast trove of pirated movies and TV shows, ripping off copyright owners.
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Giant cyclone the size of Texas discovered on Jupiter
"These cyclones are new weather phenomena that have not been seen or predicted before," said Cheng Li, a Juno scientist.
Blue Bottle Coffee to be zero-waste by end of 2020
"We know some of our guests won't like it—and we're prepared for that," the company's CEO said in the announcement.
Boeing cleared for Starliner test flight to space station
The unpiloted test flight will help clear the way for astronaut launches from U.S. soil in 2020.
World must hit "peak meat" by 2030 to avoid climate crash
Livestock production accounts for nearly 15% of global carbon emissions — five times as much as air travel.
NASA picks site near "Mount Doom" to collect asteroid sample
The winning site offers the best balance between risk and science reward, researchers say.
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Measles outbreak in Samoa kills 72, most of them children
72 measles-related deaths have been recorded since the outbreak started.
Cigna to use AI to track patients' medication intake
More than a third of patients with diabetes don't take their drugs as prescribed, sometimes because of cost concerns.
Mom of 10-month-old on life support refuses to give up
A judge in Texas ruled that a Fort Worth hospital cannot disconnect Tinslee Lewis at least for another three weeks
House passes bill to lower prescription drug costs
The bill, which passed 230 to 192, is unlikely to move forward in the Senate
Malls hold Santa Cares events for kids with autism
Santa knows how to interact with kids who have autism – and he wants them to know he cares.
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Hallmark to "reinstate" TV ads showing same-sex couple after outcry
It's unclear whether Zola will continue airing ads on the The Hallmark Channel, but they noted they are "relieved" by these recent updates.
Hallmark under fire for pulling TV ads showing same-sex couple
Ellen DeGeneres asked Hallmark: "Isn't it almost 2020? What are you thinking? Please explain. We're all ears."
As department stores struggle, Nordstrom makes a play in New York City
The fourth-generation family-run company, founded in 1901, opens its first flagship store in Manhattan, where you can sip martinis while shoe-shopping
Delivering the goods: Drones and robots are making their way to your door
With companies offering free shipping to gain a competitive edge, radical new technologies are being tested to cut the cost of the supply chain's expensive "last mile"
Supreme Court will hear disputes on Trump's financial records
The Supreme Court's decision is likely to come in the heat of the 2020 presidential reelection campaign
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Video shows officer slamming middle schooler to ground, twice
A Vance County, North Carolina school resource officer was put on paid leave after the video surfaced, pending an investigation.
Fla. man threatened in videos to burn blacks and soldiers, feds say
Mostafa Hussaini, aka Vam Vima, also threatened Christians and posted a dozen videos in all, authorities say.
Texas State University student sues Pi Kappa Phi fraternity
A gang of fraternity brothers of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity appeared to be attacking a student and beating him badly in a disturbing video. The student said it started because the group thought he was a member of a rival frat. Now he is suing the fraternity and university. Laura Podesta reports.
NYC to pay $625,000 to mom whose baby was yanked by police
The incident, which occurred in December 2018, was caught on video and was widely viewed online.
Hostages share tales of terror, heroism during Trader Joe's standoff
Hostages recount the chilling details about what actually happened inside the California store and how they were able to get out alive
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Giant cyclone the size of Texas discovered on Jupiter
"These cyclones are new weather phenomena that have not been seen or predicted before," said Cheng Li, a Juno scientist.
Boeing cleared for Starliner test flight to space station
The unpiloted test flight will help clear the way for astronaut launches from U.S. soil in 2020.
NASA picks site near "Mount Doom" to collect asteroid sample
The winning site offers the best balance between risk and science reward, researchers say.
The final full moon of the decade is at 12:12 a.m. on 12/12
This year's Cold Moon has a unique twist.
One of the year's best meteor showers peaks this weekend
Grab a scarf and some gloves and prepare to watch one of the year's best meteor showers.
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Photos: Kennedy Center Honors 2019
This year's honorees are: Actress Sally Field, singer Linda Ronstadt, disco-funk band Earth Wind and Fire, conductor Michael Tilson Thomas and long-running children's TV show "Sesame Street."
2019 additions to the National Film Registry
"Purple Rain," "Amadeus," "Platoon" and "Coal Miner's Daughter" are among the classic films to be preserved for future generations by the Library of Congress
Photos: White House Christmas decorations
The White House says this year's theme, "The Spirit of America," is "a tribute to the traditions, customs, and history that make our Nation great."
Dale Pike murder: Evidence photos in the case against Enrico Forti
In 1998, Dale Pike came to Miami to discuss a business deal with Enrico Forti -- the next day he was dead, and Forti was the prime suspect
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From the Irishman to Toy Story 4, these are the highest-rated films released in 2019.
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CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Raising Boys
Now that the #MeToo movement has brought conversations about toxic masculinity and sexual consent to the forefront of public discourse, parents are grappling with how to encourage their sons to reject some of the more traditional notions of manhood. But many say they struggle with reinforcing those values in a society that still largely adheres to deeply-rooted stereotypes. It raises the question: How do we raise our boys?
How to make your holiday travel less hectic
Happiness expert and New York Times best-selling author Gretchen Rubin joins “CBS This Morning” with one thing you can do today to live a happier, healthier and more productive life.
George MacKay and Sam Mendes talk “1917”
"1917" director Sam Mendes and star George MacKay join "CBS This Morning" to discuss the World War I film that's already an Oscar front-runner. Mendes, who directed, produced and co-wrote the movie, was inspired by his war hero grandfather.
Dems are "nervous" to campaign on impeachment
CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the historic impeachment inquiry against President Trump. According to Salvanto, there is still a partisan split on the issue despite extensive testimony, and Democrats are nervous to campaign on impeachment.
CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Title IX
Obama-era rules set tough new standards for how schools should handle cases of sexual misconduct on campus under Title IX. But some alleged victims say the investigations made matters worse, while many of the accused claim they're being denied due process. Now, the Trump administration has offered a new set of guidelines. Will that fix the problems?
