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When pianist and composer Chad Lawson sits at his Steinway and improvises, anything might happen, such as his own take on great classical works
When pianist and composer Chad Lawson sits at his Steinway and improvises, anything might happen, such as his own take on great classical works. His album, "Chopin Variations," debuted at Number 1 on iTunes Classical last year. In this self-narrated profile - part of our Short Takes series - Lawson shows us his life as an independent artist.
Book excerpt: "Katrina: After the Flood"
Journalist Gary Rivlin's new book on the evolution of New Orleans since the 2005 storm
Composer and pianist Chad Lawson has been celebrated for his reinterpretations of classic works, creating a hit recording with his "Chopin Variations."
Composer and pianist Chad Lawson has been celebrated for his reinterpretations of classic works, creating a hit recording with his "Chopin Variations." In this web extra, he performs Chopin's Nocturne in E Flat Major, Op. 9, No. 2, recorded live at Le Poisson Rouge in New York City in September 2014.
Ingrid Bergman at 100
A look at the life of the Swedish beauty and three-time Oscar-winning actress, born on August 29, 1915
Recipe: Mamma's Seafood Gumbo from chef John Besh
New Orleans restaurateur offers his take on a classic Louisiana dish
Dick Cheney: 9/11 made me more of a "hard rock"
In interview to be broadcast on "Sunday Morning," former VP tells Lee Cowan, "It changed the way I looked at the world"
We leave you this morning in the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, which straddles the border between South Carolina and Georgia
We leave you this morning in the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, which straddles the border between South Carolina and Georgia. Videography: Doug Jensen
In the western Japanese city of Tottori, sand sculptures can soar several stories high. Seth Doane introduces professional sculptor Sue McGrew, who has been working with sand for 19 years
In the western Japanese city of Tottori, sand sculptures can soar several stories high. Seth Doane introduces professional sculptor Sue McGrew, who has been working with sand for 19 years. Originally broadcast on May 31, 2015.
Outside of Charleston, South Carolina, generations of weavers - members of the Gullah community have collected the sweetgrass that grows in the area to create their baskets. Mark Strassman reports. Originally broadcast on May 31, 2015.
Outside of Charleston, South Carolina, generations of weavers - members of the Gullah community have collected the sweetgrass that grows in the area to create their baskets. Mark Strassman reports. Originally broadcast on May 31, 2015.
Jerry Seinfeld is obsessed with cars, and was inspired to produce an Internet series featuring comedians in cars talking about comedy
Jerry Seinfeld is obsessed with cars, and was inspired to produce an Internet series featuring comedians in cars talking about comedy. But finding a platform for his "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee" was a hard sell. He talks with correspondent Anthony Mason about the nuts and bolts of comedy, and about the series which has proven to be a mega-hit. Originally broadcast on May 31, 2015.
Ninety-four years ago Band-Aids hit the market, and they have stuck around ever since, used in one of every seven homes in America. Susan Spencer reports on the origin of the bandage's classic design
Ninety-four years ago Band-Aids hit the market, and they have stuck around ever since, used in one of every seven homes in America. Susan Spencer reports on the origin of the bandage's classic design. Originally broadcast on May 31, 2015.
Industrial designer Yves Behar has made products for companies like Prada and Samsung, but his proudest achievement is a five-dollar pair of glasses that are helping poor school children in Mexico
Industrial designer Yves Behar has made products for companies like Prada and Samsung, but his proudest achievement is a five-dollar pair of glasses that are helping poor school children in Mexico see. Luke Burbank reports on innovative designs for better living in the developing world. Originally broadcast on May 31, 2015.
Whistling tea kettles have been letting off steam for at least 100 years letting people know their water has boiled
Whistling tea kettles have been letting off steam for at least 100 years letting people know their water has boiled. But could the tea kettle be topped? Susan Spencer talks with Donald Strum, who in 1984 designed the Alessi Whistling Bird Tea Kettle, which has since sold over a million units. Originally broadcast on May 31, 2015.
Mo Rocca learns about the challenging work of window washers firsthand - brandishing his brushes and squeegee 700 feet above New York City's streets
Mo Rocca learns about the challenging work of window washers firsthand - brandishing his brushes and squeegee 700 feet above New York City's streets. Originally broadcast on May 31, 2015.
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Less than 14% of those ICE arrested had violent criminal records, data show
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
Nancy Guthrie search enters 2nd week as deadline looms
The FBI says it is taking two emails seriously, including what appears to be a ransom note with a second deadline set for later on Monday.
Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the Fifth, doesn't answer House panel's questions
Ghislaine Maxwell invoked her Fifth Amendment right and refused to answer questions during a virtual appearance before the House Oversight Committee.
Best and worst Super Bowl commercials of 2026 as rated by experts
Google and Pepsi were among the best ads of the Big Game, while Coinbase and ai.com got failing grades, according to one ranking.
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show brings the party, showcases Latin culture
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Vonn responds to well-wisher in first social media post after crash
Lindsey Vonn thanked a journalist who wished her well on social media a day after suffering a broken leg in a devastating crash at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
New video from deadly Brown University shooting is released
New video footage from the day of the Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine others was released Monday.
China sentences Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison
Family of Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong media tycoon and vocal critic of China's Communist rule, calls his prison sentence cruel, and the "end of justice."
The evolution of the quad, ice skating's most daring jump
When self-proclaimed "Quad God" Ilia Malinin landed seven quad jumps in a single program last December, he boisterously ushered in a new era of skating with his daring routines.
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Bad Bunny holds top 6 spots on U.S. Spotify chart after Super Bowl show
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is one of the most-streamed artists on the planet.
Eddie Bauer, venerable outdoor apparel retailer, declares bankruptcy
Eddie Bauer, a 106-year-old retailer, points to declining sales and "tariff certainty" as factors behind its latest move to seek bankruptcy protection.
Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the Fifth, doesn't answer House panel's questions
Ghislaine Maxwell invoked her Fifth Amendment right and refused to answer questions during a virtual appearance before the House Oversight Committee.
New video from deadly Brown University shooting is released
New video footage from the day of the Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine others was released Monday.
Nancy Guthrie search enters 2nd week as deadline looms
The FBI says it is taking two emails seriously, including what appears to be a ransom note with a second deadline set for later on Monday.
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Eddie Bauer, venerable outdoor apparel retailer, declares bankruptcy
Eddie Bauer, a 106-year-old retailer, points to declining sales and "tariff certainty" as factors behind its latest move to seek bankruptcy protection.
Best and worst Super Bowl commercials of 2026 as rated by experts
Google and Pepsi were among the best ads of the Big Game, while Coinbase and ai.com got failing grades, according to one ranking.
"Black carbon" in Arctic an increasing concern amid other issues in region
"Black carbon," or soot, that spews from ships and makes the Artic Ocean ice melt even faster is an increasing concern in a region beset with many other issues.
As Cadillac races to first F1 season, insiders advise patience for U.S. fans
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
Diamonds endure as the industry feels the pressure
For over five centuries, Antwerp's diamond district has been the cornerstone of the global diamond trade. Now, that legacy is under strain.
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Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the Fifth, doesn't answer House panel's questions
Ghislaine Maxwell invoked her Fifth Amendment right and refused to answer questions during a virtual appearance before the House Oversight Committee.
Exclusive
Less than 14% of those ICE arrested had violent criminal records, data show
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
Gonzales defends conditions at Texas detention center with measles outbreak
Rep. Tony Gonzales said the Dilley detention facility, which houses families and children, is "nicer than some elementary schools."
Lawmakers in standoff over ICE reforms as DHS funding deadline approaches
Republicans and Democrats in Congress are locked in a standoff over reforming the nation's immigration enforcement operation as a deadline to reach a resolution and fund the Department of Homeland Security approaches.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Tony Gonzales join Margaret Brennan.
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Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
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Vonn responds to well-wisher in first social media post after crash
Lindsey Vonn thanked a journalist who wished her well on social media a day after suffering a broken leg in a devastating crash at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
2 babies among dozens missing as migrant boat sinks off Libya
The International Organization for Migration says two infants are among at least 53 people feared dead or missing after a boat capsized off Libya's coast.
"Twin Peaks" triple murder mystery deepens with deaths of suspects
Authorities said they found the bodies of suspects wanted over a triple murder linked to an allegedly shady NGO. One prosecutor said it was like something out of "Twin Peaks."
China sentences Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison
Family of Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong media tycoon and vocal critic of China's Communist rule, calls his prison sentence cruel, and the "end of justice."
"Black carbon" in Arctic an increasing concern amid other issues in region
"Black carbon," or soot, that spews from ships and makes the Artic Ocean ice melt even faster is an increasing concern in a region beset with many other issues.
Entertainment
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Bad Bunny holds top 6 spots on U.S. Spotify chart after Super Bowl show
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is one of the most-streamed artists on the planet.
Ranking the 2026 Super Bowl ads
Ad Age editor-in-chief Jeanine Poggi joins "CBS Mornings" to break down which ads during Super Bowl LX stood out and if some missed the mark.
The evolution of the quad, ice skating's most daring jump
When self-proclaimed "Quad God" Ilia Malinin landed seven quad jumps in a single program last December, he boisterously ushered in a new era of skating with his daring routines.
Recapping Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks beat the New England Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. Bad Bunny's halftime show highlighted Puerto Rican culture and featured Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga, but drew criticism from President Trump. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos has more.
As Cadillac races to first F1 season, insiders advise patience for U.S. fans
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
Technology
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
Science
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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New video from deadly Brown University shooting is released
New video footage from the day of the Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine others was released Monday.
Ghislaine Maxwell set to give deposition
The House Oversight Committee is set to depose Jeffrey Epstein co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell on Monday as part of the panel's investigation into the late convicted sex offender. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Search for Nancy Guthrie enters 2nd week
Authorities visited Nancy Guthrie's home over the weekend to collect evidence from what appeared to be a septic tank. Meanwhile, Savannah Guthrie and her siblings released another video pleading for their mother's release. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Nancy Guthrie search enters second week
The search for Nancy Guthrie entered its second week after Savannah Guthrie and her siblings released another video, telling their mother's possible abductor, "we will pay." Steven Jensen, a former assistant director at the FBI, breaks down the latest.
"Twin Peaks" triple murder mystery deepens with deaths of suspects
Authorities said they found the bodies of suspects wanted over a triple murder linked to an allegedly shady NGO. One prosecutor said it was like something out of "Twin Peaks."
Space
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New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
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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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Lindsey Vonn recovering after crash
American downhill skier Lindsey Vonn is recovering after crashing just seconds into her race on Saturday at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. CBS News correspondent Seth Doane describes witnessing the moment.
Ranking the 2026 Super Bowl ads
Ad Age editor-in-chief Jeanine Poggi joins "CBS Mornings" to break down which ads during Super Bowl LX stood out and if some missed the mark.
Community comes together to help unhoused man
In a small town in South Carolina, an unhoused man and his dog faced tough conditions and no place to turn when winter weather hit. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, the community came together to make sure he had everything he needed. David Begnaud reports.
Ghislaine Maxwell set to give deposition
The House Oversight Committee is set to depose Jeffrey Epstein co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell on Monday as part of the panel's investigation into the late convicted sex offender. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Search for Nancy Guthrie enters 2nd week
Authorities visited Nancy Guthrie's home over the weekend to collect evidence from what appeared to be a septic tank. Meanwhile, Savannah Guthrie and her siblings released another video pleading for their mother's release. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.