Hail and farewell to those we lost in 2016
"Sunday Morning" pays tribute to the creative and inspiring men and women who made our world a little brighter for their being here
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A new purpose in life
Correspondent Steve Hartman shows us how an 82-year-old widower in Georgia was touched by an innocent question from a little girl in the canned food aisle of a grocery store - and how it changed his life when he needed it most.
A Va. doctor delivers
Before he retired at midnight on December 31, Edward Wolanski was a very busy Virginia doctor, having delivered approximately 10,000 babies. Martha Teichner reports on the special bond between an obstetrician and the community he helped bring into the world.
Mother & daughter
They were different in striking ways, but Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher - who each came of age in starkly different decades - shared common talents, humor and respect
Top news stories of 2016
Bill Whitaker reviews some of the year's biggest stories, from home and abroad, over the last 12 months.
Atlas Obscura
A popular website and now a bestselling book, Atlas Obscura is a guide to many of the world's most unusual places. Serena Altschul discusses some of the awe-inspiring destinations with two of the guide's creators, Josh Foer and Dylan Thuras.
One doctor’s special deliveries
Parents in Virginia treasure Dr. Edward Wolanski, who has brought more than 10,000 babies into the world
Look back: Top news stories of 2016
"Sunday Morning" reviews some of the year's biggest stories from home and abroad over the last 12 months
Istanbul nightclub attack
Police in Istanbul are searching for a gunman who opened fire during New Year's celebrations, killing 39 and wounding scores more. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Atlas Obscura: Mapping the world’s hidden wonders
The website and bestselling book revealing weird and wondrous places are travel guides like no other
Nature: Monarch butterflies
We leave you this Sunday Morning marking New Year's among the Monarch butterflies at Lighthouse Field State Beach in Santa Cruz, California. Videographer: Lance Milbrand
From 1994: Debbie Reynolds
Debbie Reynolds, the Hollywood girl-next-door, became a star virtually overnight with the success of "Singin' in the Rain." Not even suffering bad marriages and going broke could keep the actress-singer-dancer down. Correspondent Bill Lagattuta talked with Reynolds, and with her daughter, Carrie Fisher, about a life that could only have been written for the movies. Originally broadcast December 29, 1994 on "Eye to Eye with Connie Chung."
A New Orleans tribute to Princess Leia
In a city where death is marked by both mourning and merriment, the Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus organized a parade in honor of royalty: "Star Wars" actress Carrie Fisher
This week on “Sunday Morning” (Jan. 1)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy Award-winning news program
2016: The year in pictures
A look back at the most historic events of the past year, as captured in some of the most memorable images
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Trump says U.S. will win war "one way or the other" as Iran holds Khamenei's funeral
The U.S. is "going to win one way or the other," Trump said Monday, as Iran held a colossal public funeral for their slain supreme leader.
Top Democrats call on Platner to drop out as sexual assault allegation emerges
A Maine woman told Politico that Graham Platner entered her home in late 2021 and forced himself on her. Platner denies the allegation.
Judge says alleged D.C. pipe bomber isn't covered by Trump's Jan. 6 pardons
A judge ruled that that President Trump's pardons of the rioters were "expressly limited" to those who were convicted of their actions on Jan. 6, 2021, and did not apply to Brian Cole Jr.
FIFA criticized for lifting U.S. star's red card suspension after Trump phone call
Europe's soccer governing body and prominent commentators have criticized the decision, which allows Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium.
5-day preliminary hearing for Charlie Kirk's alleged killer is underway
Prosecutors will present their case this week against Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Trump says he saw play that led to red card and asked FIFA president for review
President Trump said he spoke to FIFA president Gianni Infantino after seeing the play and asked for a review.
National Guard members on patrol in Memphis fatally shoot man, police say
Two Tennessee National Guard members fatally shot a man in Memphis who turned toward them with a gun during a downtown pursuit, authorities said.
Chris Richards on red card controversy, U.S.-Belgium match: "Business as usual"
U.S. Men's National Team defender Chris Richards spoke with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil in an interview ahead of the knockout match against Belgium.
Fighter jets intercept Russian plane near aircraft carrier off Iceland
The Russian Bear-F plane "repeatedly approached" the HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier, flying "unnecessarily close" and dropping sonar devices, according to the U.K.'s defense ministry.
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Chris Richards on red card controversy, U.S.-Belgium match: "Business as usual"
U.S. Men's National Team defender Chris Richards spoke with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil in an interview ahead of the knockout match against Belgium.
Judge says alleged D.C. pipe bomber isn't covered by Trump's Jan. 6 pardons
A judge ruled that that President Trump's pardons of the rioters were "expressly limited" to those who were convicted of their actions on Jan. 6, 2021, and did not apply to Brian Cole Jr.
AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
Trump says he saw play that led to red card and asked FIFA president for review
President Trump said he spoke to FIFA President Gianni Infantino after seeing the play and asked for a review.
Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
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AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
EasyJet agrees to $6.7 billion takeover by U.S. private equity firm
U.K. budget airline has struck a deal to be acquired after rejecting four previous offers by the American investment firm.
More than 100,000 fireworks recalled ahead of July 4
Federal safety regulators are urging consumers to stop using the recalled fireworks and return them for a full refund.
How to save money on air conditioning as electric bills climb
As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs.
Politics
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Judge says alleged D.C. pipe bomber isn't covered by Trump's Jan. 6 pardons
A judge ruled that that President Trump's pardons of the rioters were "expressly limited" to those who were convicted of their actions on Jan. 6, 2021, and did not apply to Brian Cole Jr.
Top Democrats call on Platner to drop out as sexual assault allegation emerges
A Maine woman told Politico that Graham Platner entered her home in late 2021 and forced himself on her. Platner denies the allegation.
Trump says he saw play that led to red card and asked FIFA president for review
President Trump said he spoke to FIFA President Gianni Infantino after seeing the play and asked for a review.
Transcript: Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
The following is the full transcript of an interview with Reps. Adriano Espaillat, Democrat of New York, and Carlos Gimenez, Republican of Florida, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 5, 2026. The interview was taped on July 2, 2026.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Giminez join Ed O'Keefe.
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Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
1 symptom leads to dad's cancer diagnosis: "I was like, 'Wait, what?'"
Eric Dillon thought the pain in his shoulder was a minor injury. It took two years to get the real answer.
Why tick season is expected to be worse than normal
The CDC is reporting the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 in many parts of the U.S.
Investigation
What a Brooklyn bodega reveals about the craze for an experimental weight-loss drug
It isn't approved by the FDA, but we found an experimental weight-loss drug called retatrutide for sale at a local convenience store.
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Chris Richards on red card controversy, U.S.-Belgium match: "Business as usual"
U.S. Men's National Team defender Chris Richards spoke with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil in an interview ahead of the knockout match against Belgium.
Kyiv apartment building hit by multiple Russian strikes month apart
Residents of a Kyiv apartment building hit a second time by a Russian strike greeted emergency responders with dark humor, volunteer Kateryna Tereshkova said.
Man confesses from jail to killing wife, says he will reveal location of body
Delphine Jubillar went missing in southern France in December 2020 at the height of the COVID pandemic and her body was never found.
EasyJet agrees to $6.7 billion takeover by U.S. private equity firm
U.K. budget airline has struck a deal to be acquired after rejecting four previous offers by the American investment firm.
U.K. fighter jets intercept Russian plane near aircraft carrier off Iceland
The Russian Bear-F plane "repeatedly approached" the HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier, flying "unnecessarily close" and dropping sonar devices, according to the U.K.'s defense ministry.
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Details emerge of Swift-Kelce wedding
The highly anticipated wedding between pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs Pro Bowler Travis Kelce took place at Madison Square Garden on Friday. Page Six senior reporter Carlos Greer joins with the emerging details.
AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
Beyoncé releases first new song in two years
Beyoncé released her first new song in two years, "MORNING DEW (DONK)," on the Fourth of July. Caché McClay, a music reporter for USA Today Network, has more.
Details of Swift, Kelce wedding
After weeks of speculation, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce officially tied the knot at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Lilia Luciano has more on the venue's transformation, guest list and the couple's vows.
Details on Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding
More details are emerging about the huge Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding that brought together 1,000 people in New York City. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Technology
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Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
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.
White House lifted AI limits, Anthropic says
Tech giant Anthropic says that the federal government has now removed restrictions from its robust Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models. Axios reporter Madison Mills has more on artificial intelligence regulation.
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Science
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
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Charlie Kirk murder suspect in court
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, was in court Monday for a critical hearing. Carter Evans reports.
Testimony at accused Kirk killer's hearing
A five-day preliminary hearing is underway for the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
Judge to weigh evidence for trial in Kirk killing
A five-day hearing began Monday for the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to break down the proceedings.
Man confesses from jail to killing wife, says he will reveal location of body
Delphine Jubillar went missing in southern France in December 2020 at the height of the COVID pandemic and her body was never found.
Key hearing begins for Tyler Robinson
A key hearing begins Monday for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Carter Evans has the latest.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
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.
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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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Trump heading to NATO summit amid tensions
President Trump will leave for Turkey on Monday night to attend the annual NATO summit. The president is set to meet with allies he has chastised for insufficient support in the war in Iran and defense spending. Leo Shane III, Politico defense reporter, joins CBS News to discuss what to expect.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect in court
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, was in court Monday for a critical hearing. Carter Evans reports.
Chris Richards on Balogun's reinstatement
USMNT defender Chris Richards speaks with Tony Dokoupil about the controversial decision to lift the suspension against Folarin Balogun and his team's ongoing run through the World Cup.
Politico: Woman claims Platner sexually assaulted her
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is postponing campaign events after a woman he dated told Politico that Platner forced her to have sex against her will. Nikole Killion reports.
Democrats call on Platner to drop Senate bid
Politico reports that a woman Graham Platner dated claims he forced her to have sex against her will. The Maine Democratic Senate nominee denies the allegation. Aaron Zitner, reporter and editor in The Wall Street Journal's Washington bureau, joins with more.