Survey reveals Americanisms most adopted by U.K. kids, and who's using them
Of 10,000 U.K. teachers surveyed, 50% reported hearing their students say "trash" or "garbage" instead of the more typical British terms.
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Tattoos gaining in popularity as art form but stigma remains
Once viewed as rebellious, tattoos have become increasingly popular and even celebrated — but some still face bias.
Defending support for the arts
President Trump has announced plans to end government funding of the National Endowment for the Arts and other agencies that have supported America's cultural life for decades. Erin Moriarty talks to non-profit administrators, educators and theatre producers about the importance of federal arts funding, and "Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda talks about how NEA support helped him achieve an otherwise unattainable career.
Lin-Manuel Miranda on funding the arts
The career of Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Pulitzer- and Tony Award-winning creator of the Broadway sensation "Hamilton," has benefited from grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, one of the government agencies threatened with elimination by the Trump administration. A strong proponent of arts education, especially when it comes to kids in underserved regions of the country, Miranda spoke with Erin Moriarty and "Sunday Morning" about the importance of federal funding for the arts.
Play time: Public pianos
Spring is in full bloom, and in New York that means pianos are popping up like wildflowers. Michelle Miller talks with the founders of Sing For Hope, a group that has placed hundreds of pianos at parks, gardens and street-corners all over the city. She also talks with "Late Show" bandleader Jon Batiste about his support for the program; and she visits P.S. 8 in Manhattan, when one of the pianos is being donated to aid their arts education.
Coal's disappearance left Main Street empty. Artists saw a blank canvas.
Trinidad, Colorado, a former coal town, has sought to revitalize its economy by appealing to artists.
Misty Copeland on vulnerability in new book and her future in dance
Misty Copeland, the first Black female principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about advice in her new book and her future as a dancer.
New mural in Philadelphia celebrates Norris Square's Caribbean history
A vibrant new mural project at the corner of Front and Susquehanna aims to honor the cultural significance of Philadelphia's Norris Square.
Program taps HBCUs to make opera more inclusive
Opera singer is one of the most challenging career choices a student can make. Skyler Henry reports from the Metropolitan Opera in New York City on an effort to train the next generation of opera stars.
New book highlights the importance of grandmothers in Black culture
Two authors worked to share stories and highlight the importance of grandmothers in Black culture.
Issa Rae cancels sold-out event at Kennedy Center after Trump takeover
Television producer Shonda Rhimes and singer-songwriter Ben Folds have also cut ties with the Kennedy Center after President Trump's takeover of the venue.
The Indigenous foods Native American chefs urge people to try
Celebrating Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day this week highlights the importance of recognizing indigenous cuisines in the U.S. and the authentic, sustainable food it offers.
Social media's impact in the 2024 election
Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals more than 20% of voters frequently use social platforms to stay informed.
Doris Kearns Goodwin talks new kid's book
Best-selling author Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses her new book, "The Leadership Journey: How Four Kids Became President." It's her first book for young readers and highlights the early lives of Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Lyndon B. Johnson. Kearns Goodwin has spent five decades studying America's presidents and writing multiple books about them.
Philadelphia summer music camp helps develop female, trans and nonbinary composers
Wildflower Composers Festival in Philadelphia creates a space for female, trans and nonbinary composers to learn and grow in the craft.
Group of athletes revive ancient sport Ulama
Ulama, one of the world's oldest sports, is thought to be an inspiration for modern day soccer and football. It was played by Meso-Americans in Central and North America more than 3,000 years ago. Now, a group of athletes are bringing it back to the U.S., hoping to reclaim their ancestral culture.
Coachella 2024 kicks off in California
The first weekend of Coachella Music and Arts Festival kicks off Friday with dozens of artists performing on a variety of stages throughout the festival. Jem Aswad, executive music editor for Variety, joined CBS News to discuss the performers in this year's lineup.
What inspired Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter"?
Beyoncé released her highly anticipated album "Cowboy Carter" on Friday, featuring 27 tracks and a genre-bending sound that pays tribute to country music's Black origins. Lamar Dawson, radio host and pop culture expert, joins CBS News to discuss the new album.
Philadelphia artist empowers Black hair, Black history through collectable dolls
From kinky afro puffs to honey blonde voluminous crimps, the hair textures and styles run the gamut, initially inspired by her daughter.
Detroit exhibit tells Black history through Black art
The exhibit is showcased in an environment outside of the classroom that feels a lot like home.
South Dade Black History Center honors D'Sean Perry's memory with new art exhibit
"Love-Art-Football" features the late UVA football player and South Florida's native artwork and other displays.
Gary International Black Film Festival spotlights the power of storytelling
"I think it's important to remember first and foremost when you're collaborating, just because it's not your idea, doesn't make it a bad idea."
Low and slow: Expressing Latino lowrider culture on two wheels
A San Francisco artist is carrying forward a decades-old tradition by expressing lowrider culture in custom-built bicycles.
Kid Capri reflects on 50 years of hip-hop
2023 marks 50 years since the creation of hip-hop. Grammy Award-winning DJ and producer Kid Capri joins CBS News to discuss the genre's contributions to the music industry, and his picks for best male and female artists at Sunday's BET Awards.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus on national arts award
The actress talks about receiving the award from President Biden and how he helped her prepare to play a vice president on television.
Trump warns U.S. "will take very strong action" if Iran hangs protesters
"We don't want to see what's happening in Iran happen," President Trump said in an exclusive interview that aired Tuesday on "CBS Evening News."
Despite Trump warning, Iran shopkeeper among many facing possible hanging
Iranian shopkeeper Erfan Soltani is among thousands of people who could face death sentences despite Trump's warning to Iran's rulers.
Vance, Rubio meeting with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting comes one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
House takes up next funding package ahead of shutdown deadline
The bills, which contain funding for the State and Treasury Departments, could stall if the House GOP has attendance issues or defections.
6 Minnesota federal prosecutors resign amid Renee Good investigation pressures
At least six career prosecutors in the Minneapolis U.S. Attorney's office have resigned as the office continues to face pressure to treat the investigation of the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer as an assault on a federal officer case.
Trump on Iran, Renee Good, Jerome Powell and his own morality
Here are the major takeaways from President Trump's interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil on Iran, Renee Good, the Federal Reserve and more.
Trump says Renee Good likely a "solid, wonderful person" under "normal circumstances"
President Trump told CBS News he believes the woman killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, was likely a "very, solid wonderful person," but her actions before she was killed were "pretty tough."
Remains found on beach ID'd as former mayor who vanished in 2006
Forensic testing finally confirmed the identity of a former Oregon mayor whose remains were found on a beach near Seattle in 2006.
Saks Global, century-old high-end department store chain, files for bankruptcy
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
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Remains found on beach ID'd as former mayor who vanished in 2006
Forensic testing finally confirmed the identity of a former Oregon mayor whose remains were found on a beach near Seattle in 2006.
House takes up next funding package ahead of shutdown deadline
The bills, which contain funding for the State and Treasury Departments, could stall if the House GOP has attendance issues or defections.
Demand for high-achiever visas fuels pay-to-play market for credentials
Demand has risen for the EB-1A visa, creating a cottage industry of services for vanity awards, ghostwritten research papers and "profile building" services. USCIS is investigating potential fraud.
Saks Global, century-old high-end department store chain, files for bankruptcy
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
Lindsey Halligan argues she should still be U.S. attorney, accuses judge of abuse of power
Judge David Novak had given Lindsey Halligan a week to explain why she is using the title of U.S. attorney after another federal judge found her appointment to the position invalid.
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"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Saks Global, century-old high-end department store chain, files for bankruptcy
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
GM CEO Mary Barra on electric vehicles, tariffs and competing with China
General Motors CEO Mary Barra said the Trump administration's tariffs caused a "few-billion-dollar impact," but also praised them for "leveling the playing field."
Trump: Jerome Powell has "been a lousy Fed chairman"
President Trump brushed off a question about whether the Justice Department probe amounts to political retribution.
Looking to kickstart your career? These are the best jobs for 2026.
Focusing on these sectors could give your job search a boost, according to a new ranking of the best jobs for 2026.
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House takes up next funding package ahead of shutdown deadline
The bills, which contain funding for the State and Treasury Departments, could stall if the House GOP has attendance issues or defections.
Vance, Rubio meeting with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting comes one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
Demand for high-achiever visas fuels pay-to-play market for credentials
Demand has risen for the EB-1A visa, creating a cottage industry of services for vanity awards, ghostwritten research papers and "profile building" services. USCIS is investigating potential fraud.
Lindsey Halligan argues she should still be U.S. attorney, accuses judge of abuse of power
Judge David Novak had given Lindsey Halligan a week to explain why she is using the title of U.S. attorney after another federal judge found her appointment to the position invalid.
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Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
ACA enrollment sinks sharply as coverage costs soar in 2026
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
"Enough": Oprah Winfrey on her weight-loss lessons
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
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Vance, Rubio meeting with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting comes one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia
The case has provoked anger and bewilderment from Russian politicians.
Despite Trump warning, Iran shopkeeper among many facing possible hanging
Iranian shopkeeper Erfan Soltani is among thousands of people who could face death sentences despite Trump's warning to Iran's rulers.
Japanese and South Korean leaders bang out surprise K-pop drum duet
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung says he always wanted to play the drums, so Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi surprised him after a summit, and they hit it off.
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Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in following child sex abuse allegations
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
François Arnaud on "Heated Rivalry" series
Francois Arnaud joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the popular series "Heated Rivalry," based on the "Game Changers" book series. It follows rising hockey stars Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. What begins as a fling between two rivals turns into a yearslong journey of love, denial and self discovery. Arnaud plays Scott Hunter, a closeted gay professional hockey player in the same league who has fallen in love with a smoothie shop worker. He talks about the message in the series and how it developed into a hit show.
Scott Adams, "Dilbert" comic strip creator, dies at age 68
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
NAACP Image Awards nominations
The NAACP Image Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in arts and entertainment. Comedian and actor Deon Cole and NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson exclusively reveal some of the nominees on CBS Mornings for this year's awards.
The Grateful Dead's Bob Weir dies at 78
Bob Weir, a co-founder and guitarist for the iconic rock band the Grateful Dead, has died at 78. Anthony Mason looks back at Weir's life and music career.
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"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Woman says AI chatbot Grok generated sexual deepfake images of her
Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Elon Musk's children, alleges Grok generated and published sexual deepfake images of her without permission.
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.
Mother speaks out over AI chatbot Grok
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is facing intense criticism, accused of allowing X users to generate sexually explicit images of real women and children. One of the alleged victims is Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Musk's children. She said she discovered people used Grok to generate and publish sexualized deepfake images without her permission and share them on X. Musk has not responded to a request for comment.
British regulators on Grok AI images
British regulators are investigating X for lewd AI images generated by Grok, the AI arm of Elon Musk's social platform. Michael Goodyear, an associate professor at New York Law School, joins CBS News with more.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major 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
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
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Au pair testifies in man's murder trial
A trial is underway in northern Virginia for a man accused of plotting his wife's murder with help from his affair partner - the family's au pair. The former au pair was the first witness called to testify against Brendan Banfield. Jericka Duncan reports on the case.
Doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia
The case has provoked anger and bewilderment from Russian politicians.
Man plotted murder to "get rid of" his wife after affair, au pair testifies
Brendan Banfield is charged with murder in the 2023 killings of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan at the Banfields' home in northern Virginia.
Uvalde teacher's emotional testimony in trial
Tuesday marked Day 5 in the trial of former Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales over his response to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the latest.
Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged altercation with LA rideshare driver
Los Angeles police said they arrested "24" actor Kiefer Sutherland after he allegedly assaulted and threatened a rideshare driver.
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ISS astronauts prepare for early return
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
Space station changes command, setting stage for Crew 11 departure
Outgoing space station commander Mike Fincke, a member of the returning Crew 11, turned the station over to cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, saying the combined crew had developed deep friendships.
Astronaut says early return to Earth is "right call," but "bittersweet"
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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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
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Tensions in Minnesota persist over ICE raids
Minnesota protesters are still clashing with federal officials carrying out Trump administration immigration crackdowns in the state. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.
World awaits Iran's response to protesters
Iran may act against protesters involved in anti-government manifestations, and President Trump is commenting on his potential response if executions by hanging occur. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Holly Williams have more.
How U.S. may respond to Iran amid protests
Amid the mass protests in Iran, two sources have told CBS News at least 12,000 people have been killed in the regime's crackdown. President Trump spoke about how the U.S. plans to respond, telling "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil, "we will take very strong action" if Iran hangs protesters. CBS News contributor Joe Zacks, a former deputy assistant director of the CIA, breaks down what to know.
SCOTUS hears sides on trans athlete bans
The Supreme Court spent more than three hours hearing arguments on two cases regarding state transgender athlete bans. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Trump on "very strong action" against Iran
President Trump is warning Iran about U.S. intervention if protesters are hanged. This comes as death toll reports emerge, some alleging that at least 12,000 people have been killed since anti-government protests began. CBS News' Natalie Brand, Ramy Inocencio and Courtney Kealy have more.