60 Minutes, 11.30.08
A look at online poker players who were tapped to weed out cheaters; A profile of Monica Brown, the 2nd woman to win the Silver Star since World War II; And, how life has changed for Michael Phelps.
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A look at online poker players who were tapped to weed out cheaters; A profile of Monica Brown, the 2nd woman to win the Silver Star since World War II; And, how life has changed for Michael Phelps.
Scott Pelley investigates a facility containing weapons-grade uranium; Bob Simon reports on foreign widows of American citizens facing deportation; Leslie Stahl catches up with Rex Lewis-Clack; And, Andy Rooney gives thanks to Thanksgiving.
Steve Kroft speaks with President-elect Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, about his historic election victory, his personal transition, and his family; And, Andy Rooney salutes the art of print journalism.
Steve Kroft speaks with Barack Obama's "brain trust;" Scott Pelley investigates electronic waste; Morley Safer speaks with Ted Turner about his complex life; Andy Rooney looks back at the Election.
Lesley Stahl examines the "Buy American" clause in the stimulus package; Scott Pelley probes World Savings and misleading mortgages; Steve Kroft reports on the growing insurgency in Pakistan; And, Andy Rooney takes on the headlines.
Lesley Stahl reports on American companies are finding new overseas tax havens to legally protect some of their profits; Then, Scott Pelley reports on the Global Medical Relief's mission to save children's shattered lives; Also, Steve Kroft profiles St. Anthony's high school basketball coach Bob Hurley.
Feast on four videos from holidays past with Rooney's sharpest comments about Thanksgiving absurdity
"For too many Americans, Memorial Day has become just another day off," said Andy Rooney. How did he want the holiday celebrated?
Lesley Stahl examines the "Buy American" clause in the stimulus package; Katie Couric reports on how "Sergeant Bill" fooled an entire town; Morley Safer explores how red wine can increase our longevity; And, Andy Rooney salutes our soldiers.
Steve Kroft reports on the precarious financial conditions many states are facing; Then, Lesley Stahl interviews the handful of individuals known to possess the skill of near endless memory; Plus, why you won't find Andy Rooney's belongings for sale!
With the weight of the U.S. economy falling largely on his shoulders, Scott Pelley speaks with Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke; Lesley Stahl profiles Alice Waters and her "slow food" revolution; And, Andy Rooney on the era of newspapers.
Steve Kroft reports on the whistleblower who warned the SEC about Bernard Madoff; CNN's Anderson Cooper investigates the ongoing drug war in Mexico; Morley Safer profiles La. Gov Bobby Jindal; And, Andy Rooney on the months of the year.
Lesley Stahl explores the debate over lowering the drinking age; Lara Logan profiles CBS' Richard Butler, who was captured last year by Iraqi insurgents; Bob Simon uncovers a Nazi mascot's secrets; And, Andy Rooney searches for a great president.
Scott Pelly reports on a U.S. town facing economic ruin; Bob Simon investigates the dwindling vision of peace between Israel and Palestine; Morley Safer toasts the idea of red wine increasing our longevity; And, Andy Rooney jumps on the Obama train.
Lesley Stahl speaks with House Financial Services Committee Chairman Rep. Barney Frank (D.-Mass.); Scott Pelley investigates the deepening mortgage crisis; Byron Pitts profiles USC football coach Pete Carroll; And Andy Rooney checks his mail.
In 1986, the crotchety commentator made a few resolutions, he'd have you know. Among them: "Be nicer to some of the impossible jerks"
A look inside Saudi Arabia's desert oil kingdom; the once-American-owned Saudi Aramco oil conglomerate; artist Julian Schnabel's place in the art world; and Andy Rooney's time machines.
Scott Pelley probes the impact of oil drilling in the Amazon; David Martin explores re-educating Osama Bin Laden's disciples; Morley Safer meets the Antinoris, in the wine business for 600 years; And, Andy Rooney explains his compulsive counting.
Feast on four videos from holidays past with Rooney's sharpest comments about Thanksgiving absurdity
Lesley Stahl profiles Vice President Joe Biden; Scott Pelley examines the impact of burning coal on global warming; Bob Simon travels to an elephant orphanage in Kenya. And, Andy Rooney takes a look at what's on his desk.
The health concerns with phthalates; the SEED School-the first urban, public boarding school; the invention of the cell phone; all of this and Andy Rooney on this episode of 60 Minutes.
Steve Kroft examines credit default swaps; Charlie Rose speaks with T. Boone Pickens; Scott Pelley meets a man trying to help Mozambique by reviving its national park; Andy Rooney loves his job.
What are the most common street names in the U.S.? Andy Rooney finds out.
"I wish we could dedicate Memorial Day, not to the memory of those who have died at war, but to the idea of saving the lives of the young people who are going to die in the future."
In 1978, the legendary 60 Minutes commentator sounded off on the season's correspondence, including his favorite cards—and why Florida misses the mark
Iran had presented a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and return to negotiations for a lasting end to the war.
Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian says he has visited Iran's supreme leader twice and talked with CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Mojtaba Khamenei's health.
Twenty-five years ago, a Soviet-designed helicopter crossed the mountains of Afghanistan with the first CIA officers sent into the country after 9/11, the opening move in what would later become America's longest war.
Tens of millions of people are in the path of the storm, which has canceled flights, concerts and sporting events.
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
The mayor of Athens said the explosion was likely caused by a gas leak.
The White House said the two leaders agreed on using the term "super intelligence" rather than "artificial intelligence" to describe the technology.
Hurricane Nolo weakened slightly as it began to move away from Hawaii, forecasters said, but it was still expected to lash the Big Island and Maui with heavy rains through the weekend.
The disclosure comes at a time of heightened concern over AI agents acting outside of human control.
The disclosure comes at a time of heightened concern over AI agents acting outside of human control.
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
Drs. Travan and Travis Jasper, identical twins, are co-directors of the emergency department at Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, Virginia, the city where they grew up in poverty.
Tens of millions of people are in the path of the storm, which has canceled flights, concerts and sporting events.
The Supreme Court said in an unsigned decision that ordering Missouri to restore its 2025 map "would usher in electoral chaos."
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
Chipotle, McDonald's and Shake Shack are among the restaurant chains revamping their menus as more consumers go on weight-loss drugs.
Meta, Microsoft and other major tech companies are developing a range of AI products for consumers, from wearables to speakers.
The two-week trial in New Mexico centered on accusations Facebook deceived users about a data breach.
The surge in diesel prices this year is putting a financial squeeze on schools, farms and small businesses around the U.S.
The White House said the two leaders agreed on using the term "super intelligence" rather than "artificial intelligence" to describe the technology.
Twenty-five years ago, a Soviet-designed helicopter crossed the mountains of Afghanistan with the first CIA officers sent into the country after 9/11, the opening move in what would later become America's longest war.
President Trump moved to cancel almost $1 billion in spending that was approved by Congress, marking the second time his administration has employed a rarely used tactic that some lawmakers in both parties have called illegal.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian airing on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 27, 2026.
Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian, who is also a physician, says he has visited Iran's supreme leader twice and talked with CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Mojtaba Khamenei's health.
Minutes into a run, Caroline McCaffrey was struck with a massive headache. The resulting medical journey would reveal a family risk for a dangerous condition.
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Both Moscow and Kyiv have stepped up attacks after the deadliest summer since 2022 — the year Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine.
The White House said the two leaders agreed on using the term "super intelligence" rather than "artificial intelligence" to describe the technology.
Police have identified similarities in some of the killings but said they had not found conclusive evidence that the same person or people were responsible.
The Vatican estimated that 800,000 people came out for the Mass.
Twenty-five years ago, a Soviet-designed helicopter crossed the mountains of Afghanistan with the first CIA officers sent into the country after 9/11, the opening move in what would later become America's longest war.
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with "Shoegaze Summer."
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with "Easy, Rider."
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with title track "Late Checkout."
Comedian Stavros Halkias speaks with Nate Burleson about his latest standup special, his hit show "Tires," his role in the Anthony Bourdain biopic, "Tony," and more.
For decades, children have sent Highlights magazine their drawings, poems, questions and concerns. Now Highlights is turning 80. We took a look back at the beloved magazine's history.
The Federal Aviation Administration is rolling out new air traffic control software that uses artificial intelligence as a prediction tool. This comes as more than half of Americans worry that AI models could act on their own to cause harm, accord to a CBS News survey. Kris Van Cleave has the story.
Pope Leo XIV traveled to France, the first papal visit in nearly 20 years. Chris Livesay reports.
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.
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
The growing concerns over the safety of artificial intelligence and the speed of its development have many calling for government regulation. Recently, President Trump said he plans to appoint an adviser and create an AI force. J.B. Branch, director of federal AI governance and technology policy at Public Citizen, joins CBS News to discuss.
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
Authorities haven't disclosed the exact cause of Fortune's death, but they did rule it a homicide and have arrested two men.
Former "American Idol" contestant and music pastor Caleb Flynn stands accused of murdering his wife. His former mistress, Alleigha Botner, testified in the trial. CBS News' Ian Lee has more details.
A Minnesota native who had been serving aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln for nearly 10 months came home to an upsetting surprise.
Dr. Idris Evans, the Pittsburgh doctor killed in a violent home invasion, is being remembered for his kindness and compassion.
Former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn is on trial for allegedly killing his wife and staging an elaborate crime scene. Flynn's former mistress testified at the trial. Ian Lee has the latest details.
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
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.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Mahjong is having a moment, drawing a new generation of fans who are joining clubs and getting into the game. And a growing body of research suggests it could benefit your brain later in life. Bradley Blackburn explains.
New research is shedding light on suicide prevention and possible techniques to help people in crisis. During this suicide prevention awareness month, Natalie Brand spoke to a survivor on a mission to help others.
If you take a look around on the road these days, you may notice cars seem a lot less colorful. Bright blues, reds, and yellows have increasingly given way to black, white, and silver. CBS News' Evyn Moon looks at why America's cars have lost their color.
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with "Shoegaze Summer."