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The Book Report: Ron Charles on the best books of 2024
The Washington Post book reviewer offers his picks for some of "the best of the best" fiction and non-fiction of the year.
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Faith Salie on the real meaning of resolutions
It's New Year's, a time for us to consider what resolutions mean to us. "Sunday Morning" correspondent Faith Salie talks about how to stay present in our lives as time marches on.
"Hail and Farewell": A tribute to those we lost in 2024
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the newsworthy men and women who passed away this year – musicians and storytellers, athletes and activists – who touched us with their creativity and humanity.
Top movies of 2024
"Sunday Morning" checks out the top-grossing films of the past year.
A look ahead: Trump's agenda vs. Congress
Donald Trump is getting ready to battle Congress as he returns to the White House. But Washington has a way of pushing back against presidents. New York Times reporter Carl Hulse discusses the prospects of "governing by crisis."
Extended interview: New York Times reporter Carl Hulse
In this web exclusive, Carl Hulse, chief Washington correspondent for The New York Times, sits down with CBS News correspondent Robert Costa to talk about the prospects of governing once Donald Trump assumes the Oval Office for the second time; the reception Elon Musk has had among Republicans in Congress; and how Hulse believes, despite Trump's affinity for the bully pulpit, "grand plans" and "grand designs" typically meet "grand opposition" in Washington.
A look ahead: Seismic changes brought to the Middle East
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, and its attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, have humiliated the anti-Israel government in Iran, while the fall of the Assad regime in Syria and the return of Trump are stirring uncertainty in the region.
A Look Ahead: Trump's agenda vs. Congress
Donald Trump is getting ready to battle Congress as he returns to the White House. But Washington has a way of pushing back against presidents. New York Times chief Washington correspondent Carl Hulse sits down with CBS News chief election & campaign correspondent Robert Costa to discuss the prospects of "governing by crisis," and what Republicans are telling him in private about Trump supporter Elon Musk.
A Look Ahead: Seismic changes in the Middle East
Following Hamas' terror attack on Israel in October 2023, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, and its attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, have humiliated the anti-Israel government in Iran, while the fall of the Assad regime in Syria and the return of Trump are stirring uncertainty in the region. Correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports.
A look ahead: Prospects for Russia's continued war on Ukraine in 2025
Ukrainians are worried that the next U.S. president will stop the supply of weapons being used to defend themselves against Russia's invasion - and pressure Kyiv into surrendering territory to Vladimir Putin.
A Look Ahead: Prospects for Russia's continued war on Ukraine
With the election of Donald Trump, Ukrainians are worried that the next U.S. president will stop the supply of weapons being used to defend themselves against Russia's invasion, and pressure Kyiv into surrendering territory to Vladimir Putin. Correspondent Holly Williams looks at how the war (which in February would enter its fourth year) may be determined by whether the resolve of Western nations to push back against Moscow remains strong – or falls apart.
Nikki Glaser takes on the Golden Globes
The comedian, who will host the Golden Globes on January 5, says she thrives on anxiety.
Nikki Glaser takes on the Golden Globes
On January 5, Nikki Glaser will host the Golden Globes on CBS – her biggest audience to date. Correspondent Luke Burbank follows the comedian, who says she thrives on anxiety, as she prepares for the big night with her writing team. The Golden Globes gig caps a year that saw the release of Glaser's acclaimed comedy special, "Someday You'll Die," and her fierce roasting of Tom Brady.
How Japanese mochi brings communities in America together
Mochi, a doughy cake made from steamed sweet rice, is more than just a nostalgic taste of Japan; the very act of making mochi – a "mochitsuki" – takes on special significance on New Year's Day. Correspondent Conor Knighton reports.
Top news headlines of 2024, month-by-month
From Boeing's turbulence and a catastrophic hurricane, to Donald Trump's election victory, "Sunday Morning" host Jane Pauley looks back at key events of a year that was monumental.
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Slow progress toward peace deal as Iran strikes ship in Strait of Hormuz
Hezbollah says Israel must withdraw forces from Lebanon and Iran strikes a ship in the Strait of Hormuz as negotiations toward a peace deal grind on.
Billionaire Leon Black expected to testify Friday before House Epstein panel
An investor who employed and was close to Jeffrey Epstein is scheduled to appear before members of Congress investigating the deceased sexual abuser.
Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway CDC
A trove of emails offers a new look at how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention navigated some of the most controversial decisions of President Trump's second term.
Race to find survivors after Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes
The back-to-back earthquakes that hit Venezuela killed more than 230 people, and the toll is likely to keep rising as rescue and recovery operations ramp up.
Reflecting Pool liner was cut with knife or razor, parks official says
National Park Service official Frank Lands also said at least 70 fence post tops were thrown in to the Reflecting Pool.
U.S. team suffers first 2026 World Cup loss, heads to knockout round
The U.S. men's team had already clinched its spot in the Round of 32, the knockout round, with its 2-0 win over Australia on Friday.
How much water does AI really use?
The heaviest demand on America's water supply isn't data centers or AI. It's from everyday uses such as growing food, watering lawns and flushing toilets.
King Charles won't live in Buckingham Palace after $487 million renovation
The king and Queen Camilla have decided instead to continue living at nearby Clarence House, a smaller, stately home.
250 essential American songs to mark nation's birthday
What are the essential American songs? Ahead of the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders.
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Exonerated man's widow calls settlement in yogurt shop murders "blood money"
The city of Austin agreed to a multimillion-dollar settlement to be split among four men — including to the widow and daughter of Maurice Pierce — who were wrongfully accused of murdering four teenage girls in a Texas yogurt shop.
U.S. team suffers first 2026 World Cup loss, heads to knockout round
The U.S. men's team had already clinched its spot in the Round of 32, the knockout round, with its 2-0 win over Australia on Friday.
LA investigating construction at warehouse involved in massive fire
Los Angeles building inspectors have launched an investigation into alleged unpermitted construction at a warehouse that erupted in flames last week — its second fire in two years.
Mangione's attorneys discussed possible plea deal but talks fell apart, sources say
Mangione is facing both state and federal charges for UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder in December 2024. He has pleaded not guilty in both cases.
Judge orders DOJ to either unredact more Epstein files or explain why it can't
A judge on Thursday ordered the Justice Department to either release unredacted versions of several files on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein or explain why it can't do so.
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Nude portrait by Amedeo Modigliani sets record at auction
The Modigliani painting "Nu assis au collier" (Seated Nude Wearing a Necklace) sold for $63.9 million, the highest price achieved for a work by the artist sold at auction in Europe, Sotheby's said.
Apple and Microsoft are raising their prices as chip costs soar
Apple is raising the prices of some MacBooks and iPads, while Microsoft is raising Xbox prices as semiconductor costs surge.
Big Tech is all in on AI. Now all they need is customers.
Technology companies are betting trillions of dollars that consumers will open their wallets for AI services. But what if Big Tech is wrong?
Supreme Court sides with Monsanto in case over cancer risks from weedkiller
The Supreme Court ruled that Monsanto cannot be held liable under state laws for failing to warn consumers about the alleged cancer risks of its weedkiller Roundup on its label.
Fed's preferred inflation gauge hits 3-year high
Inflation continued to rise in May, with the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index rising at an annual rate of 4.1%.
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Billionaire Leon Black expected to testify Friday before House Epstein panel
An investor who employed and was close to Jeffrey Epstein is scheduled to appear before members of Congress investigating the deceased sexual abuser.
Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway the CDC
A trove of emails offers a new look at how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention navigated some of the most controversial decisions of President Trump's second term.
Judge orders DOJ to either unredact more Epstein files or explain why it can't
A judge on Thursday ordered the Justice Department to either release unredacted versions of several files on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein or explain why it can't do so.
Hundreds of veterans snag free World Cup tickets
A program for veterans, current military and first responders secured almost 5,000 free tickets for World Cup matches.
Just 2 votes separate candidates in mayoral race: "Every vote matters"
Christine Erickson is two votes ahead of Jamie Smith, the Minnehaha County Auditors and Elections Office said.
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Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway the CDC
A trove of emails offers a new look at how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention navigated some of the most controversial decisions of President Trump's second term.
Chris Evert announces her ovarian cancer has returned
American tennis legend Chris Evert announced that her ovarian cancer had returned in a social media post Thursday.
Democrats to propose bill capping out-of-pocket Medicare costs for enrollees
Some Senate Democrats want to cap the amount beneficiaries in traditional Medicare have to pay toward care, but the move is expected to draw GOP opposition for potentially adding billions to Medicare costs.
Medicare's AI push snarls patients and doctors in errors and delays
Medicare is testing the use of artificial intelligence to preapprove several healthcare services.
Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo top 1,000, deaths surpass 250, officials say
Confirmed Ebola cases in the outbreak in eastern Congo have reached 1,003, including 254 deaths, officials said, and tracing those who've been in contact with patients remains a major challenge.
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Slow progress toward peace deal as Iran strikes ship in Strait of Hormuz
Hezbollah says Israel must withdraw forces from Lebanon and Iran strikes a ship in the Strait of Hormuz as negotiations toward a peace deal grind on.
Nude portrait by Amedeo Modigliani sets record at auction
The Modigliani painting "Nu assis au collier" (Seated Nude Wearing a Necklace) sold for $63.9 million, the highest price achieved for a work by the artist sold at auction in Europe, Sotheby's said.
Iranian national U.S. sought for $3.4 billion in hacking attacks arrested
An Iranian national who is wanted by the U.S. for mass hacking attacks that caused $3.4 billion in damage was arrested in Montenegro, police there say.
Race to find survivors after Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes
The back-to-back earthquakes that hit Venezuela killed more than 230 people, and the toll is likely to keep rising as rescue and recovery operations ramp up.
King Charles will not live in Buckingham Palace after $487 million renovation
The king and Queen Camilla have decided instead to continue living at nearby Clarence House, a smaller, stately home.
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William Holden, Joseph Cotten mark bicentennial
In the lead-up to America's bicentennial in 1976, CBS aired brief segments featuring well-known figures of the time describing moments from early U.S. history. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett introduces clips featuring legendary actors William Holden and Joseph Cotten.
New NYT reporting on Taylor Swift's wedding
The New York Times is reporting that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce might tie the knot at Madison Square Garden. She has reportedly booked out the arena for the Fourth of July weekend, the rumored wedding date.
Taylor Swift wedding venue speculation fueled by MSG permit
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Essential American songs of last 250 years
For the United States' 250th birthday, Sunday Morning asked dozens of notable Americans, from Jason Alexander and Ken Burns to Misty Copeland, what they considered to be our country's essential songs. This is the Essential American Songbook: 90 contributors and 250 songs. Here's a sample.
250 essential American songs to mark nation's birthday
What are the essential American songs? Ahead of the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders.
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How much water does AI really use?
The heaviest demand on America's water supply isn't data centers or AI. It's from everyday uses such as growing food, watering lawns and flushing toilets.
Big Tech is all in on AI. Now all they need is customers.
Technology companies are betting trillions of dollars that consumers will open their wallets for AI services. But what if Big Tech is wrong?
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.
IBM unveils tech for higher-performance chips that use much less power
IBM has raised the curtain on semiconductor technology it says could deliver computer chips with 50 percent better performance while dramatically lowering power consumption.
U.S. aims to break AI reliance on China
The U.S. is trying to break the West's reliance on Chinese artificial intelligence supply chains with an international accord called Pax Silica. Its goal is to shore up supplies of essential components used in high-end computer chips, which power advanced AI models. CBS News coordinating producer Richard Escobedo has more.
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Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
6/21: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Birthright citizenship; the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library unveiled; Shooter Jennings releases recordings by his father, Waylon Jennings; comedian John Mulaney; childhood obesity; and the secrets of seahorses and seadragons.
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Exonerated man's widow calls settlement in yogurt shop murders "blood money"
The city of Austin agreed to a multimillion-dollar settlement to be split among four men — including to the widow and daughter of Maurice Pierce — who were wrongfully accused of murdering four teenage girls in a Texas yogurt shop.
Iranian national U.S. sought for $3.4 billion in hacking attacks arrested
An Iranian national who is wanted by the U.S. for mass hacking attacks that caused $3.4 billion in damage was arrested in Montenegro, police there say.
Lions player arrested on kidnapping charges
Terrion Arnold, a 23-year-old defensive player for the Detroit Lions and a former first-round pick and all-American at the University of Alabama, has been arrested on charges of armed robbery and kidnapping. He is denying it all. Tom Hanson reports.
Report of possible plea deal in Mangione case
Attorneys for Luigi Mangione are accusing prosecutors of trying to manipulate public opinion against him, and calling a report of a possible plea deal "troubling." CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Mangione's attorneys discussed possible plea deal but talks fell apart, sources say
Mangione is facing both state and federal charges for UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder in December 2024. He has pleaded not guilty in both cases.
Space
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Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
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Celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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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Mangione lawyers discussed possible plea deal
Luigi Mangione's attorneys and federal prosecutors were discussing a possible plea deal in his federal case, but talks fell apart. Mangione is accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in 2024 and has pleaded not guilty.
Inside Lebanon as fighting continues
Violence has continued in Lebanon despite the U.S.-Iran agreement. Holly Williams went to Lebanon to see the destruction firsthand and spoke to those caught in the crossfire.
Potential setback to Iran peace deal
Iran has attacked a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting oil prices and potentially threatening efforts to fully reopen the strait. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Venezuela earthquake recovery continues
The death toll is still climbing after two 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, destroying buildings and other infrastructure. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports, and Project HOPE president Chris Skopec discusses international aid efforts.
Catastrophic damage after Venezuela quakes
Rescue crews are digging through the rubble for survivors after Wednesday's back-to-back earthquakes that struck Venezuela. Cristian Benavides gives a look at the damage and rescue efforts.