2/22/2026: Left Behind; South Africa's Refugees; Is That Art?
First, a report from inside the birthplace of food stamps. Then, inside Trump’s South Africa Afrikaner claims. And, the AI art divide: Revolutionary or a gimmick.
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Dorrance on preserving tap dancing history
American tap dancer Michelle Dorrance talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about Brenda Bufalino's impact and preserving the 88-year-old's artistry for future generations in a project at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts.
Brenda Bufalino on evolution of tap dancing
American tap dancer Brenda Bufalino talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about the many ebbs and flows of the art form and reflects on her career.
Data goes in, art comes out: how some artists are embracing AI
A pioneering artist says collaboration between humans and artificial intelligence can bring in a "new age of imagination." Critics question if it's even art.
How Refik Anadol creates art using artificial intelligence
Art made with AI is selling for over $1 million and being embraced by some of the world's most prestigious museums, but critics question if it really belongs in those spaces.The art world is divided.
When AI becomes a paintbrush, is it art?
Immerse yourself in an installation by Refik Anadol while debating how AI-generated creations stack up in the art world.
When AI becomes a paintbrush, is it art?
Immerse yourself in an installation by Refik Anadol while debating how AI-generated creations stack up in the art world.
Art exhibit takes you outside of comfort zone
An exhibit at the Philadelphia Art Museum marks 100 years of surrealism, showcasing captivating paintings, sculptures and films that trace the movement's origins and its power to transport us beyond reality. Matthew Affron, the museum's curator, says the exhibit aims to push visitors outside of their comfort zones and spark curiosity. Robert Costa reports.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
The Uplift: A kingly grad
A recent graduate leaves his commencement ceremony for his place of work, Burger King, and ends up helping out his coworkers - while still in his graduation gown. Now, he's being honored for his selfless act.
The Uplift: Grandpa grad and a date for the dance
A grandfather in his 80s receives his college diploma – alongside his granddaughter. An engagement ring lost in the snow, but miraculously returned. An 11-year-old finds a special stand-in date for the father-daughter dance. This is the Uplift.
The Uplift: A sanctuary and a serendipitous connection
A former executive finds peace – with donkeys. A mom helps thousands of strangers find joy through art. Two boys reconnect with their parents after leaving Ukraine, thanks to a kind stranger. Plus, our most heartwarming videos of the week.
Spanish woman known for botched fresco restoration dies at 94
Cecilia Giménez's botched restoration of a century-old painting of Jesus Christ captured global headlines more than a decade ago.
Harlem Globetrotter creates art off the court
When Maxwell "Hops" Pearce isn't on the basketball court as a Harlem Globetrotter, you can often find him in his art studio. He told "CBS Mornings" how he has combined his many talents to create one-of-a-kind pieces.
Protesters arrested after smearing food on case holding England's Crown Jewels
Four protesters have been arrested after splattering food on the case of a diamond-encrusted crown at the Tower of London.
Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
Rubens painting lost for over 4 centuries sells for $2.7 million
A long-lost painting by 17th-century Flemish master Peter Paul Rubens sold at auction for well beyond its asking price.
One artist's unique look at the human body
Misha Japanwala doesn't identify as a sculptor, but rather someone who documents people and their bodies. "CBS Saturday Morning" met the artist at the Hannah Traore Gallery in New York City, where her latest exhibit is on display.
Previously unseen Renoir painting of his son sells for over $2 million
The painting features Auguste Renoir's son Jean, who went on to become an Oscar-winning filmmaker, shown sitting with his nanny.
Frida Kahlo self-portrait sells for $54.7 million, shattering record for female artists
A 1940 self-portrait by Frida Kahlo has sold for $54.7 million and made auction history at Sotheby's in New York.
Gustav Klimt portrait painting sells for record $236 million at New York auction
A Gustav Klimt portrait painting has sold for a record $236 million at an auction where a solid gold toilet also sold for $12.1 million.
Police bust plot to sell fake artwork purportedly by Rembrandt, Picasso
The fake paintings were being offered for between about $465,000 and $150 million, police said in a statement.
Stolen art in famous heist located?
Boston's Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum has doubled its reward to $10 million to help solve the biggest art heist in history. Thieves made off with 13 masterpieces 27 years ago, and the stolen artwork is valued at around half-a-billion dollars. Seth Doane spoke to the art investigator who claims he knows where the art is today.
Louvre robbery evokes notorious "Pink Panther" gang
The brazen daylight robbery at the Louvre in Paris is reminding some of a notorious gang of European thieves.
Amy Sherald: The 60 Minutes Interview
Amy Sherald spent years painting in obscurity, and almost died from a rare heart condition. Now 52, the artist behind Michelle Obama's official portrait is one of America's most celebrated painters.
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