Bill Flanagan on the Christmas spirit Is the Yuletide over-commercialized? Our contributor says you can tell how much Americans love something by how we overdo it Dec 13, 2015
Reviews: "Creed," "Room" and "The Big Short" Critic David Edelstein on three films to salivate over seeing (and which don't include "Star Wars") Nov 29, 2015
Paula Poundstone: Electronics and kids' brains don't mix Says an addiction to smartphones, tablets and video games is no good for developing brains Nov 29, 2015
A tribute to Allen Toussaint VH1's Bill Flanagan on the musician who personified New Orleans like no other Nov 19, 2015
Paris attacks: The response to terrorism Former NYT Paris Bureau chief Elaine Sciolino on the political fallout of the assault on France Nov 15, 2015
Paris attacks: A bruised city moves forward David Turecamo says in the wake of terror the city of a thousand villages joins as one Nov 15, 2015
"Spotlight": Uncovering the church's sex abuse scandal David Edelstein says a new film about reporters taking on the Catholic Church is more horrifying than any horror movie Nov 8, 2015
Faith Salie on Donald Trump, "The Ugly American" Says the GOP presidential candidate's insults are not anti-PC, they're just rude and immature Oct 25, 2015
Jim Gaffigan on being a practicing Catholic The comedian also ponders the career trajectory of Pope Francis, who is bigger than Justin Bieber Sep 20, 2015
Ben Stein: Don't blame China for stock market woes Says it's machinations of high-roller investors, not market upheavals in Asia, that account for Wall Street's recent tumble Aug 30, 2015
Reviews: "Man From U.N.C.L.E.," "Straight Outta Compton" David Edelstein says he's surprised by the new espionage thriller and gangsta rap origin story Aug 16, 2015
Faith Salie: A shed of one's own To some a "man cave" is a necessity, but what if you're a woman? Faith Salie says there is value to a "she shed" Aug 9, 2015
Ben Stein: Cell phones are a drag on the economy Believes one reason U.S. workers' productivity is stalling is all the time spent on calls or texting, without producing a single widget Aug 2, 2015
Joseph C. Phillips on Bill Cosby and character Former co-star of "The Cosby Show" on his struggle to reconcile the comic's legacy with allegations of sexual predation Jul 19, 2015
Jim Gaffigan: Summer is no vacation Unlike most people, the comedian doesn't appreciate summer. What's not to like? Plenty, he tells us Jul 12, 2015
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Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson on the musical alchemy of "Song Sung Blue" In their new movie, "Song Sung Blue," Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson play Mike and Claire Sardina, the real-life musical impersonators from Milwaukee who sang as the Neil Diamond tribute act Lightning & Thunder. Dec 15
Fear of flying: Faith Salie on Secretary Duffy and the pajama resistance When Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy admonished air travelers who didn't "dress up" for their flights, flyers responded – by wearing pajamas. Faith Salie looks at what travelers think of the Secretary's flight of fancy. Dec 14
What are the prospects for laid-off workers? In 2025, more than 1.1 million Americans were laid off from their jobs, the most since the COVID pandemic, even as corporate profits remain high. Business experts discuss the reasons why companies resort to layoffs. Dec 14
Steps of Faith: How "Ted Lasso" star Jason Sudeikis and friends brought hope and charity to amputees An annual fundraiser in Kansas City called Thundergong! has helped more than 2,000 amputees around the country pay for prosthetic limbs through the Steps of Faith Foundation. Dec 14
Jane Austen at 250: Celebrating a writer who still inspires new chapters Enduring romances such as "Pride and Prejudice," "Sense and Sensibility," and "Emma" made the British writer one of the brightest names in literature – and the beloved subject of a yearlong celebration marking the 250th anniversary of her birth. Dec 14
What makes for a great Christmas song? Musicologist Joe Bennett explains the common components of the most enduring Christmas songs, from "Jingle Bells" to "All I Want for Christmas Is You" – which inspires David Pogue to compose his own new holiday song. Dec 14
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Book excerpt: "The Colonel and the King" by Peter Guralnick Elvis Presley biographer Peter Guralnick's latest book traces the relationship between the King and Colonel Tom Parker, a manager whose marketing savvy helped launch a rock 'n' roll revolution. Dec 7
Stefanik drops out of New York governor's race after Trump stays neutral Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik's decision to drop out came after President Trump signaled he would not make an endorsement in the race at this stage. 6H ago
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Commentaries
Bill Flanagan on the Christmas spirit
Is the Yuletide over-commercialized? Our contributor says you can tell how much Americans love something by how we overdo it
Reviews: "Creed," "Room" and "The Big Short"
Critic David Edelstein on three films to salivate over seeing (and which don't include "Star Wars")
Paula Poundstone: Electronics and kids' brains don't mix
Says an addiction to smartphones, tablets and video games is no good for developing brains
A tribute to Allen Toussaint
VH1's Bill Flanagan on the musician who personified New Orleans like no other
Paris attacks: The response to terrorism
Former NYT Paris Bureau chief Elaine Sciolino on the political fallout of the assault on France
Paris attacks: A bruised city moves forward
David Turecamo says in the wake of terror the city of a thousand villages joins as one
"Spotlight": Uncovering the church's sex abuse scandal
David Edelstein says a new film about reporters taking on the Catholic Church is more horrifying than any horror movie
Faith Salie on Donald Trump, "The Ugly American"
Says the GOP presidential candidate's insults are not anti-PC, they're just rude and immature
Jim Gaffigan on being a practicing Catholic
The comedian also ponders the career trajectory of Pope Francis, who is bigger than Justin Bieber
Ben Stein: Don't blame China for stock market woes
Says it's machinations of high-roller investors, not market upheavals in Asia, that account for Wall Street's recent tumble
Reviews: "Man From U.N.C.L.E.," "Straight Outta Compton"
David Edelstein says he's surprised by the new espionage thriller and gangsta rap origin story
Faith Salie: A shed of one's own
To some a "man cave" is a necessity, but what if you're a woman? Faith Salie says there is value to a "she shed"
Ben Stein: Cell phones are a drag on the economy
Believes one reason U.S. workers' productivity is stalling is all the time spent on calls or texting, without producing a single widget
Joseph C. Phillips on Bill Cosby and character
Former co-star of "The Cosby Show" on his struggle to reconcile the comic's legacy with allegations of sexual predation
Jim Gaffigan: Summer is no vacation
Unlike most people, the comedian doesn't appreciate summer. What's not to like? Plenty, he tells us
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This week on "Sunday Morning" (Dec. 21)
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A guide to "Made in America" holiday gifts, state by state
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Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson on the musical alchemy of "Song Sung Blue"
In their new movie, "Song Sung Blue," Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson play Mike and Claire Sardina, the real-life musical impersonators from Milwaukee who sang as the Neil Diamond tribute act Lightning & Thunder.
Fear of flying: Faith Salie on Secretary Duffy and the pajama resistance
When Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy admonished air travelers who didn't "dress up" for their flights, flyers responded – by wearing pajamas. Faith Salie looks at what travelers think of the Secretary's flight of fancy.
What are the prospects for laid-off workers?
In 2025, more than 1.1 million Americans were laid off from their jobs, the most since the COVID pandemic, even as corporate profits remain high. Business experts discuss the reasons why companies resort to layoffs.
Steps of Faith: How "Ted Lasso" star Jason Sudeikis and friends brought hope and charity to amputees
An annual fundraiser in Kansas City called Thundergong! has helped more than 2,000 amputees around the country pay for prosthetic limbs through the Steps of Faith Foundation.
Jane Austen at 250: Celebrating a writer who still inspires new chapters
Enduring romances such as "Pride and Prejudice," "Sense and Sensibility," and "Emma" made the British writer one of the brightest names in literature – and the beloved subject of a yearlong celebration marking the 250th anniversary of her birth.
What makes for a great Christmas song?
Musicologist Joe Bennett explains the common components of the most enduring Christmas songs, from "Jingle Bells" to "All I Want for Christmas Is You" – which inspires David Pogue to compose his own new holiday song.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Dec. 14)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Book excerpt: "The Colonel and the King" by Peter Guralnick
Elvis Presley biographer Peter Guralnick's latest book traces the relationship between the King and Colonel Tom Parker, a manager whose marketing savvy helped launch a rock 'n' roll revolution.
U.S.
More U.S.Stefanik drops out of New York governor's race after Trump stays neutral
Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik's decision to drop out came after President Trump signaled he would not make an endorsement in the race at this stage.
Anthony Joshua defeats Jake Paul by knockout
Former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua defeated YouTuber-turned-fighter Jake Paul by knockout in the sixth round of their much-anticipated bout at the Kaseya Center in Miami late Friday night.
Third inmate who escaped from southern Louisiana jail captured, officials say
The three men had escaped the jail by removing concrete blocks from an upper wall area, and then used sheets and other materials to scale an exterior wall.
Over 500 pages in Epstein files were entirely blacked out, CBS News finds
The Justice Department released thousands of new photos and records on Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, but at least 550 pages in the documents are fully redacted.
Investigators struggled to ID Brown suspect while gunman went on to kill again
The manhunt for the Brown University shooter was complicated by the early misidentification of a person of interest and limited, low-quality video footage.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatchWant to work in AI? Here are the skills to master, economist says
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Trump reaches deal with 9 major drugmakers to lower prices
Nine drug manufacturers will offer their drugs to Medicaid recipients at most-favored-nation discounts in exchange for tariff exemptions.
Judge in nursing home bankruptcy case gives families fresh hope
A bankruptcy judge blocked an attempt by a nursing home chain's primary investor to shield himself from settlement payments and liability in lawsuits over allegations of poor care.
DraftKings hopes to score big with new prediction markets app
Sports betting companies face mounting competition from rapidly growing prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
Politics
More PoliticsStefanik drops out of New York governor's race after Trump stays neutral
Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik's decision to drop out came after President Trump signaled he would not make an endorsement in the race at this stage.
Over 500 pages in Epstein files were entirely blacked out, CBS News finds
The Justice Department released thousands of new photos and records on Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, but at least 550 pages in the documents are fully redacted.
Justice Dept. appealing decision tossing out James Comey and Letitia James cases
A federal judge ruled that Lindsey Halligan, the prosecutor who secured the indictments against them, was unlawfully appointed to her role as interim U.S. attorney.
How to view the Epstein files, and initial takeaways from the first documents
The Justice Department has disclosed thousands of files and photos related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following years of pressure from lawmakers and abuse survivors.
U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Syria, after killing of 2 soldiers and interpreter
The airstrikes on ISIS targets are being conducted in response to the killing of two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian contractor by a lone terrorist in Palmyra, Syria.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatchHere's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
Inside the FDA's vaccine uproar
A memo from Dr. Vinay Prasad, the head of the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, may signal an effort to to rewrite the rules governing the U.S. vaccine system.
Trump administration unveils proposals to cut off transgender care for minors
The proposals run counter to the recommendations of most major U.S. medical organizations.
Measles outbreaks worsen in South Carolina, Arizona and Utah
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He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
World
More WorldRussia strikes Ukrainian port, killing 8 and wounding dozens
Some of the wounded were on a bus at the epicenter of the strike, Ukraine's Emergency Service said.
U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Syria, after killing of 2 soldiers and interpreter
The airstrikes on ISIS targets are being conducted in response to the killing of two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian contractor by a lone terrorist in Palmyra, Syria.
3 killed in knife attack in Taiwan, suspect falls to his death from store
Police said the suspect was declared dead at a hospital after jumping from the building's sixth floor, the Central News Agency reported.
Ukraine claims strike on oil tanker as Putin plays down peace prospects
Putin claims no "willingness from Ukraine" to negotiate a peace deal as he touts battlefield gains, and Kyiv claims a brazen strike on a ship far from Russia.
Australia announces gun buyback plan just days after Bondi Beach attack
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Entertainment
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Friends and colleagues of Rob Reiner sat down with CBS News to share personal anecdotes and fond memories of him following the news of his tragic death.
Kiefer Sutherland recalls "extraordinary" day on set with Rob Reiner
Kiefer Sutherland recalls Rob Reiner's reaction to filming Jack Nicholson's famous scene in "A Few Good Men."
Albert Brooks remembers his "oldest friend" Rob Reiner
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Kathy Bates says Rob Reiner "changed the course of my life" with "Misery" role
Kathy Bates rose to prominence with her Oscar-winning breakout role in Rob Reiner's adaptation of Stephen King's "Misery" in 1990.
Jelly Roll pardoned by Tennessee governor for robbery, drug convictions
Jelly Roll had said a pardon would make it easier for him to travel internationally for concert tours and to perform Christian missionary work without requiring burdensome paperwork.
Technology
More TechnologyWant to work in AI? Here are the skills to master, economist says
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TikTok nears deal to avoid U.S. ban
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Science
More ScienceMajor climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
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Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
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Crime
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Epstein survivor on partial files release
The Justice Department released a new batch of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday. Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard joins with her reaction. Then, Spencer Kuvin, an attorney who represents some Epstein survivors, provides further analysis.
New photos in initial trove of Epstein files
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Investigators struggled to ID Brown suspect while gunman went on to kill again
The manhunt for the Brown University shooter was complicated by the early misidentification of a person of interest and limited, low-quality video footage.
Search for motive in Brown and MIT shootings
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New Epstein files: What we've learned so far
The Department of Justice has released hundreds of thousands of files related to the criminal prosecutions of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
Space
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Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
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Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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The Uplift: Made with love
Visit a Uyghur restaurant in Southern California, where culture is shared and the food is made with love. Plus, a man who wanted to save his friends life by donating a kidney ends up saving his own life.
Epstein survivor on partial files release
The Justice Department released a new batch of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday. Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard joins with her reaction. Then, Spencer Kuvin, an attorney who represents some Epstein survivors, provides further analysis.
Trump holding North Carolina rally on economy
President Trump is holding a rally in North Carolina on Friday as he works to turn around public opinion on the economy. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Doctor joins Secret Santa to surprise strangers
As you've no doubt heard, Santa Claus is coming to town. In fact, he's already been to Baltimore. Steve Hartman met him "On the Road."
Trump announces deals to lower drug prices
President Trump announced new agreements on Friday with nine pharmaceutical companies aimed at making certain prescription drugs cheaper. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the details.