Meet a painting savant
After Ione Kuhner was diagnosed with Early-onset Alzheimer's, she started painting, demonstrating a remarkable trait among some dementia patients who suddenly exhibit new talents
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LSD: A wonder drug once again?
Researchers hope to open more minds about the potential of psychedelic drugs to combat anxiety, depression and other maladies
Savants: A new chapter
For the last six years Ione Kuhner has gradually lost her grasp on much of daily life due to Early-onset Alzheimer's. But amazingly she's also started painting … something the former dental assistant had never thought about doing before her illness. Susan Spencer reports.
Altered states: Can LSD contribute to mental health?
Faith Salie reports on how LSD and "magic mushrooms" are being studied for their ability to help patients conquer anxiety and depression without the psychedelia long associated with mind-altering drugs. Salie talks with author Ayelet Waldman, who microdosed LSD and overcame a deep depression, and with NYU professor Tony Bossis, who conducted a clinical trial of cancer patients treated for depression with a one-time dose of the psychedelic Psilocybin.
Changing minds
Actress Glenn Close has taken on a new role - hoping to help de-stigmatize mental illness. That's because mental illness runs in her own family. (Her nephew, Calen, has schizophrenia; and her sister Jessie, after a lifetime of struggles, has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder.) Glenn and Jessie have since started a foundation, Bring Change to Mind, to encourage communication around mental health. Tracy Smith reports.
Are animals smarter than us?
What goes on in an animal's mind? A neuroscientist at Emory University believed he might find out by placing dogs in an MRI scanner, and analyzing how their brains respond to different stimulations. Martha Teichner checked out his findings, and the research of other scientists studying the complexities of elephants and dolphins, and learned that humans may not be smart enough to understand the intelligence of animals.
Changing minds: Glenn Close's personal battle to destigmatize mental illness
The award-winning actress, whose family has been affected by mental illness, created the foundation Bring Change to Mind to encourage communication around mental health
Savants: Mark your calendar
Artist George Widener is a calendar savant. Give him a year and a date, and he'll produce the day of the week with astonishing accuracy. Susan Spencer reports.
Handiwork: How busy hands may help the brain
Researchers think activities that occupy our hands, like folding laundry, doing yardwork or knitting, are actually making our brains happier. Tony Dokoupil talks with Dr. Kelly Lambert of the University of Richmond, and author Matthew Crawford ("Shop Class as Soulcraft"), who's never happier than when he is tinkering in the garage. Dokoupil also tests out the theory with artist Zaria Forman, who concocts vivid paintings without ever putting brush to canvas.
Measuring animal intelligence
The minds of dolphins, dogs and elephants function in ways humans can easily underestimate
Meet a calendar savant
George Widener's art is awash with numbers, dates and days - a sign of his uncanny ability to identify the day of the week any date falls on, in the past or the future
ESP and espionage: How psychics aided the U.S. government
In the 1970s Uri Geller popularized the notion of extra-sensory perception, or ESP - the ability to read other people's minds, or affect change without physically touching an object. Is ESP for real? The U.S. government aimed to find out, spending decades studying psychic phenomena, and even employing psychics and mediums as "psychic spies." Erin Moriarty reports.
How busy hands can alter our brain chemistry
Occupying our hands - through work, chores or art - can engage our brains and alleviate anxiety
Meet an acquired savant
A childhood injury left Alonzo Clemons with severe brain damage; unable to read, write or do math, he can nonetheless create beautiful sculptures with his bare hands
Savants: A hands-on artist
A childhood injury left Alonzo Clemons with severe brain damage. He can't read or write or do math. And yet, as naturally as the rest of us breathe, Clemons can create beautifully intricate sculptures of animals, all with his bare hands. Susan Spencer reports.
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Trump warns of "critical period" in Iran war as deadline to avoid escalation looms
President Trump's deadline for Iran to reach a deal to end the war or face punishing strikes on its bridges and power plants is less than 24 hours away.
Artemis II crew completes record-breaking trip around the moon
The Artemis II crew flew further from Earth than any humans in history as they passed behind the far side of the moon.
Trump, top officials share new details of rescue of U.S. airmen from Iran
President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.
Trump calls Artemis II astronauts "modern-day pioneers" in live conversation
President Trump praised the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a brief chat late Monday, saying they had "inspired the entire world" after they looped around the moon in a record-breaking voyage.
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New details about Epstein's lenient plea deal revealed in DOJ files
While Epstein was on work release from a Florida jail nearly 20 years ago, he had sex in a vehicle in the prison parking lot, according to a FBI interview.
Inside the daring mission to rescue a U.S. airman downed in Iran
U.S. forces mounted an urgent and high-risk rescue effort to find an airman who was forced to eject from a downed F-15E fighter jet over Iran.
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Two more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Michigan woman missing after husband says she fell off boat in Bahamas
An American woman disappeared in the Bahamas on Saturday, after her husband said she fell from their dinghy and was swept out to sea.
Michigan holds off UConn to win 2026 NCAA men's basketball title
This is Michigan's second NCAA title in school history, and the win ends a 26-year national championship drought for the Big Ten.
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Michigan holds off UConn to win 2026 NCAA men's basketball title
This is Michigan's second NCAA title in school history, and the win ends a 26-year national championship drought for the Big Ten.
Trump calls Artemis II astronauts "modern-day pioneers" in live conversation
President Trump praised the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a brief chat late Monday, saying they had "inspired the entire world" after they looped around the moon in a record-breaking voyage.
Indianapolis city councilor says his home was shot at over data center project
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said officers found evidence of gunshots and believe it was "an isolated, targeted incident."
The upper middle class is now the largest income group in the U.S.
America's middle class is shrinking, but not because people are getting poorer. Instead, more households are climbing the ladder, new research suggests.
Iran war to throttle oil flows even if Strait of Hormuz reopens soon
Shipping companies would take at least two months to resume operations in the Persian Gulf following a ceasefire in the region, according to the Eurasia Group.
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Two more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
The upper middle class is now the largest income group in the U.S.
America's middle class is shrinking, but not because people are getting poorer. Instead, more households are climbing the ladder, new research suggests.
Iran war to throttle oil flows even if Strait of Hormuz reopens soon
Shipping companies would take at least two months to resume operations in the Persian Gulf following a ceasefire in the region, according to the Eurasia Group.
See which stores are open and closed for Easter 2026
Some major retailers and other stores will close their doors on Easter, so it's best to plan ahead. Here's what to know.
Sauté pans sold at Costco recalled after metal caps "forcefully eject"
One consumer reported sustaining bruising and burn injuries.
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Trump calls Artemis II astronauts "modern-day pioneers" in live conversation
President Trump praised the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a brief chat late Monday, saying they had "inspired the entire world" after they looped around the moon in a record-breaking voyage.
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Two more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
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New details about Epstein's lenient plea deal revealed in DOJ files
While Epstein was on work release from a Florida jail nearly 20 years ago, he had sex in a vehicle in the prison parking lot, according to a FBI interview.
Trump, top officials share new details of rescue of U.S. airmen from Iran
President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.
Supreme Court clears path for dismissal of Steve Bannon's conviction
The Supreme Court issued an order that paves the way for Steve Bannon to have his contempt of Congress conviction dismissed.
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Two more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
New ALS treatment brings hope to patients
"CBS Saturday Morning" looks at an experimental treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, that is bringing hope to some patients suffering from the neurodegenerative disease. To inquire about possible participation in Silence ALS, an initiative to develop individualized gene-based therapies for patients with other rare genetic forms of ALS, please write to silenceals@cumc.columbia.edu.
He thought he was in good health — until fainting during a bike ride
John Cantrell was enjoying his retirement until an unexpected condition forced him to choose between two kinds of heart surgery.
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Ex-CIA director says U.S. needs to learn "new concept of warfare" from Ukraine
Ex-CIA director David Petraeus says Ukraine has offset its disadvantages against Russia through its innovation in its unmanned systems.
Trump, top officials share new details of rescue of U.S. airmen from Iran
President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.
Fugitive mafia boss wanted for murder arrested at luxury villa
Roberto Mazzarella, head of the Mazzarella clan of the Camorra, the Naples-based organized crime group, was one of Italy's most dangerous fugitives, authorities said.
Michigan woman missing after husband says she fell off boat in Bahamas
An American woman disappeared in the Bahamas on Saturday, after her husband said she fell from their dinghy and was swept out to sea.
Family buries "unjustly accused" Mexican teen who died in ICE custody
Royer Perez Jimenez was a "hard worker" who immigrated at 15 to "triumph and help his family," his uncle said.
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Mindy Kaling on amplifying women's stories
Mindy Kaling speaks with Jamie Yuccas about her new venture with Amazon Publishing called Mindy's Book Studio, where she chooses books by female authors to be published and receives first rights on future screenplays.
Actress Tori Spelling hospitalized after Southern California crash
"Beverly Hills, 90210" actress Tori Spelling was involved in a two-car crash in Temecula on Thursday night, according to her manager and Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials.
4/5: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The Vatican's Mosaic Studio; a fight over history at West Bank archaeological sites; Dan Levy on his new series "Big Mistakes"; the creative talents behind "Hacks"; the latest on the Artemis II lunar mission; the works of Renaissance artist Raphael; and the beauty of moss.
The sublime perfection of Raphael
One of the greatest artists of the Italian Renaissance is now the subject of the first comprehensive exhibition of his work ever in the United States, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Extended Interview: Jean Smart
In this web exclusive, Jean Smart, the Emmy-winning star of "Hacks," talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about filming the final season of her HBO series.
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H-1B visa program changes impact global talent
Trump administration changes to the U.S. H-1B visa program have impacted the global talent coming to the U.S. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports from India.
The $100,000 H-1B visa fee is impacting the U.S.'s ability to attract global talent
According to numbers from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, more than 70% of H-1B visa holders in 2024 were Indian.
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.
New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Inside Apple's relationship with China
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
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Artemis II astronauts speak during historic lunar mission
On Monday, the astronauts aboard the Artemis II spacecraft will loop around the Moon's far side, part of a mission pushing human beings farther from Earth than anyone has ever been. Correspondent Mark Strassmann talked with commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, and mission specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen as the crew was about 180,000 miles from home, preparing for their historic lunar flyby.
Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
CBS News studio shakes as Artemis II launches
Four astronauts are traveling around the moon on Artemis II, going further from Earth than anyone before. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Peter King have more.
What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
How Artemis II crew will sleep in space
Members of the Artemis II crew will be the first people to sleep inside the Orion spacecraft. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more on how they'll do that.
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Parents charged after zoo wolf injures toddler
The parents of a toddler are facing child endangerment charges after the 17-month-old stuck his hand into a wolf enclosure and was injured at a zoo in Pennsylvania. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson reports.
Fugitive mafia boss wanted for murder arrested at luxury villa
Roberto Mazzarella, head of the Mazzarella clan of the Camorra, the Naples-based organized crime group, was one of Italy's most dangerous fugitives, authorities said.
Robbery reveals sinister plot to kill a man with a root beer float
When Harold Allen died suddenly in his home in Freetown, Indiana, no one suspected anything out of the ordinary. Nine months later, a burglary at his home would lead to a murder investigation and an unusual weapon.
Would Michigan investigators be able to prove murder in a case without a body?
After Dee Warner, a Michigan businesswoman and mother, disappeared from her home, her family believed she has been murdered and suspected her husband Dale Warner. But without physical evidence, they knew it would be hard to prove.
Man arrested at retirement home for wife's murder decades earlier
Janice Randle was found dead in her bed in 1992, but police couldn't make an arrest in the case until new information emerged.
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Artemis II crew completes record-breaking trip around the moon
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history as they passed behind the far side of the moon on Monday night.
Artemis II astronauts find hidden Easter eggs as they close in on the moon
The NASA astronauts also sent down Easter messages Sunday while gearing up for a historic pass behind the moon Monday.
Artemis II crew take new photo of far side of the moon
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission captured a new image of the far side of the moon, which the agency released Sunday.
Despite toilet trouble, Artemis II crew reflects on wonder of deep space experience
Amid ongoing toilet trouble, the Artemis II astronauts reflected on the wonder of sailing through deep space to the moon.
Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space
The Artemis II astronauts continued their long coast to the moon, capturing stunning photos along the way.
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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.
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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Watch: Trump calls Artemis II crew
President Trump spoke with the crew of the Artemis II mission on Monday as they capped off a historic day that saw them loop around the far side of the moon and begin their return to Earth.
Artemis II loops far side of moon | Special Report
The Artemis II on Monday made its trip around the far side of the moon and began its journey back to Earth. Lindsey Reiser anchored CBS News' special coverage.
4/6: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump sheds new light on mission to rescue F-16 crew members in Iran; Artemis II sets record for farthest distance travelled from Earth.
Artemis II crew views total solar eclipse
The Artemis II crew observed a total solar eclipse on Monday night while making its way back to Earth. Former NASA astronaut Terry Hart joins CBS News with his reaction.
F-16 pilot on Iran rescue mission
President Trump is hailing the rescue of a downed weapons system officer as one of the most complex missions the U.S. military has ever attempted. Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, a decorated F-16 fighter pilot and combat veteran, joins CBS News to discuss.