The pope's visit is setting off scam alarms
Phony tickets and bogus transportation deals are among the cons aimed at duping people who'll do anything to see Francis
Pope Francis in America
Pope Francis' schedule for U.S. visit
After a historic visit in Cuba, the pope begins his United States visit in Washington D.C. before traveling to NYC and Philadelphia
Pope's trip comes as churches fight to stay open
Parishioners push back on closings as Catholic Church struggles to shift aging resources to meet its 21st century needs
No touching Pope Francis, congressional leaders tell lawmakers
Ahead of the pope's historic visit to Capitol Hill, leaders warn their members to be on their best behavior
The "people's pope"? Not among some conservative Catholics
Some say the pontiff's message of mercy and forgiveness is "watering down" the Catholic doctrine
Pope Francis' visit could delay new iPhone deliveries
Street closures and security measures could get in the way of some highly anticipated deliveries
Cardinal Dolan on pope visit: "I feel like the father of the bride"
The Archbishop of New York talks about what Pope Francis hopes to accomplish during his whirlwind tour of America
NYPD chief: Pope will "have 6,000 additional guardian angels"
New York Police Commissioner Bill Bratton says NYC, D.C. and Philly hope to create a "seamless operation" to guard Francis
Pope's visit triggers unprecedented security operation in U.S.
"It is all hands on deck," says FBI official as law enforcement officials prepare to guard pope well-known for mingling with the crowds
Final countdown to pope's U.S. visit
Francis will arrive in Washington to begin historic trip, which will also take him to NYC and Philadelphia
A primer on Pope Francis' politics
Pope Francis arrives Tuesday in the U.S., where he could weigh in on issues like abortion, marriage and sexuality, climate change, income inequality and immigration
Pope's visit sparks pledge of kindness in U.S.
One woman is honoring Pope Francis' arrival with an unbelievably generous gift
Coast Guard out in force ahead of pope's Philadelphia visit
From the water to the streets, plans for protecting the pope have been underway in Philadelphia for nearly eight months
Memo ahead of pope visit warns of police impersonation, official says
Official confirms Penn. police sent out alert as a reminder to be vigilant of people who may try to impersonate officials to carry out terror plots
Popes in the U.S., then and now
After wrapping up his trip to Cuba, Pope Francis heads to Washington for the 10th papal visit to American soil, and one that brings firsts of its own
Pope Francis builds momentum ahead of U.S. visit
Catholic leader strikes right chord with most Cubans as he begins last day in the country, with role in U.S.-Cuban reboot in spotlight
Pope Francis
60 Minutes goes inside the Vatican where Scott Pelley meets Pope Francis and witnesses what Americans can expect from the pope's visit to the U.S.
When does Pope Francis have fun?
National Geographic photographer David Yoder shows 60 Minutes some of the 68,000 pictures he took of the pope, including some of his happiest moments
What 60 Minutes gave the pope
Pope Francis isn't the easiest man to buy for, but Scott Pelley decided to offer him a gift with a very personal meaning behind it
National Geographic's "Pope Francis and the New Vatican"
Photographer David Yoder spent half a year with Pope Francis at the Vatican and shot 68,000 images. 60 Minutes takes a look at his work
Jim Gaffigan on being a practicing Catholic
The comedian also ponders the career trajectory of Pope Francis, who is bigger than Justin Bieber
The Francis Effect
The vast majority of American Catholics approve of the direction the pope is leading their church - but will it draw them back to an institution slow to change?
How do American Catholics view Pope Francis and the Catholic Church?
CBS News/New York Times survey of American Catholics on the Pope and the church just before his first U.S. visit
Pope Francis' trip to America poses security challenges
Francis will make stops in Washington, Philadelphia and New York City
Catholic Republican congressman will boycott Pope's address
"When the Pope chooses to act and talk like a leftist politician, then he can expect to be treated like one," Rep. says, citing one specific issue
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Americans' financial literacy slumps to a 10-year low
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Congress returns with GOP agenda stalled over DOJ's "anti-weaponization" fund
Congress is returning from recess to resume work on funding immigration agencies, following a GOP revolt over the Trump administration's "anti-weaponization" fund.
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Zelenskyy says "more pressure" is needed to get Putin to negotiate peace deal
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Suspect accused of killing 3 elderly men in Hawaii charged with murder
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 31, 2026
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4th U.S. strike in a week on alleged drug boat kills 3 people
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Jill Biden on life in, and after, the White House
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Children "held like criminals" inside ICE detention center
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Book excerpt: "View From the East Wing" by Jill Biden
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TV bailiff accused in wife's shooting death: "I didn't pull the trigger"
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Search underway for 4 Alabama inmates who escaped correctional center
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NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
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Bus driver in deadly Virginia crash charged with involuntary manslaughter
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Moulton to take on incumbent Markey in Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary
U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton, a moderate Massachusetts Democrat, secured enough delegate support Saturday to appear on the state's primary ballot as he challenges incumbent Sen. Ed Markey.
Trump suggests canceling all musical performances at the Great American State Fair
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Platner's wife told campaign about sexually explicit texts he sent other women
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Trump administration appears to downplay impact of green card policy changes
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Manhunt underway for suspect accused of killing sheriff's deputy
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Barry Diller's People Inc. offers to buy MGM Resorts
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Congress returns with GOP agenda stalled over DOJ's "anti-weaponization" fund
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Barry Diller's People Inc. offers to buy MGM Resorts
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Congress is returning from recess to resume work on funding immigration agencies, following a GOP revolt over the Trump administration's "anti-weaponization" fund.
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Senate Democrats launch campaign to kill DOJ's "anti-weaponization" fund
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Zelenskyy says "more pressure" is needed to get Putin to negotiate peace deal
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A nurse stole fentanyl and AI missed it, state records say
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New drug nearly doubles survival rates in some pancreatic cancer patients, study says
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Trump directs CDC to align with assessment calling for fewer childhood vaccines
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Kenyan court blocks opening of U.S. Ebola quarantine center on air base
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Suspected WWII bomb explodes in Indonesia, killing 5 people
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Transcript: Former Vice President Mike Pence on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 31, 2026
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5/31: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: Marilyn Monroe at 100; former first lady Jill Biden; children detained at the ICE facility in Dilley, Texas; living "books" at The Human Library; pickleball superstar Anna Leigh Waters; and the Undercroft beneath the Lincoln Memorial opens to the public.
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Marilyn Monroe at 100
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Marilyn Monroe at 100
She was, and remains, one of cinema's most brilliant stars. Norma Jeane Baker, known to the world as Marilyn Monroe, died in 1962 at age 36, but she left a legacy of classic films, fashion, and a carefully-crafted celebrity image. To mark the centenary of her birth, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is launching an exhibition, "Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon." Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with those studying the sex symbol's life and career, and those who are preserving her film persona.
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Is AI a helpful tool for finding love?
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Teen accused of stabbing 3 horses during racing event in Las Vegas
A teen girl has been arrested and charged for allegedly stabbing three horses during a racing event in Las Vegas, police said.
Suspect accused of killing 3 elderly men in Hawaii charged with murder
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Deputy Spivey on Trial
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TV bailiff accused in wife's shooting death: "I didn't pull the trigger"
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NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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