Beyoncé is first Black woman to top Billboard country albums chart
Beyoncé is the first Black woman to top the Billboard country albums chart.
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Beyoncé investing in one of America's oldest Black-owned beauty schools
Through her new haircare line, Cécred, Beyoncé is pouring into a family-run beauty school that has been investing in cosmetologists since 1915.
Paul McCartney praises Beyoncé's "Blackbird" cover
Beatles legend Paul McCartney praised Beyoncé on social media, saying people should listen to her version of "Blackbird."
Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" breaks streaming records
The lead single, "Texas Hold 'Em," debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Charts, making Beyoncé the first Black woman to top that chart.
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.
"Cowboy Carter," Beyoncé's first country album, has arrived
Beyoncé's new album, featuring collaborations with some of country music's biggest names, including Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson, has already reached No. 2 on Apple Music.
Dolly Parton wished for Beyoncé to cover "Jolene" years ago
In a 2022 interview on The Daily Show, Dolly Parton said having Beyoncé record a version of "Jolene" would be "killer."
Robert Randolph talks performing on new Beyoncé album, "Cowboy Carter"
Robert Randolph says Beyoncé's new country album, "Cowboy Carter," is giving hope to new artists.
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Suspect in custody after 4 killed in Illinois stabbings: Beyoncé releases track list for upcoming country album.
Beyoncé drops 27-song track list for new album "Cowboy Carter"
Two days before the release of her new album, "Cowboy Carter," Beyoncé dropped a track list with a number of hints about the new record, including a possible Willie Nelson collaboration.
Beyoncé's new album might feature this classic Dolly Parton song
Dolly Parton, who has praised Beyoncé's foray into country, says one of her classic hits might be featured on Queen Bey's new album.
Want to invest in Taylor Swift and Beyoncé? Now you can.
Music investment firm JKBX allows fans to get a slice of pop stars' royalty income streams. But that comes with risks.
Startup offers shares of popular songs
JKBX, a music investing startup, is offering the public a chance to buy securities backed by music streaming royalties. Alexander Osipovich, a reporter who covers financial markets for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with a look at the new investment offer.
Beyoncé's "Texas Hold 'Em" reaches No. 1 in both U.S. and U.K.
Beyoncé's country single "Texas Hold 'Em" hit No. 1 in both the U.S. and U.K. this week, the first time she's had a simultaneous chart-topper on both sides of the Atlantic since 2003.
Dolly Parton praises Beyoncé after "Texas Hold 'Em" makes history
Dolly Parton said she's a "big fan" of Beyoncé and "very excited that she's done a country album."
Beyoncé becomes first Black woman to top country charts
Beyoncé became the first Black woman to score a No. 1 hit in the history of Billboard's Hot Country Songs.
Beyoncé launching Cécred hair care products
Beyoncé is launching a new hair care line called Cécred. She announced the brand in a video on Instagram earlier this month, teasing Feb. 20 as the launch date. Amber Ferguson, senior video journalist at The Washington Post, joins CBS News to discuss what we know about the new brand.
Essence unveils second Beyoncé cover
“CBS Mornings” gets a first look at the surprise second cover of Essence's March/April issue, featuring Beyoncé, exclusively for subscribers only.
Country station plays Beyoncé after backlash
An Oklahoma radio station's initial denial to play Beyoncé's new songs has raised questions among fans and the entertainment industry about the place of women and Black people in country music. Music journalist and author Robert Oermann joins CBS News to discuss.
Oklahoma radio station now playing Beyoncé's new country song after outcry
A general manager who oversees the radio station told CBS News the station has "nothing against Beyoncé" and has added the song to its playlist.
Beyoncé announces new album during 2024 Super Bowl
Beyoncé announced she's dropping a new album, minutes after starring in a clue-laden Verizon commercial about "breaking the internet" aired shortly after the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show.
Beyoncé announces new haircare line Cécred
On Wednesday, the superstar singer announced that she is launching Cécred on Feb. 20.
How to watch the 2024 Grammy Awards on demand
Keep the party going by watching Trevor Noah host the 2024 Grammy Awards on demand.
Jay-Z calls out Grammys for snubbing Beyoncé
Last year, Beyoncé's "Renaissance" lost the album of the year race to Harry Styles' "Harry's House." Her previous solo album, "Lemonade," lost to Adele's "25" in 2017.
Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny helped drive over 4 trillion music streams in 2023
In the U.S., about one in every 78 audio streams was a Taylor Swift song, the report found.
Video taken by ICE agent shows new angle of fatal shooting in Minneapolis
The White House shared video showing a different angle of Renee Nicole Good's shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis and the moments that led up to it, as the investigation continues.
Trump meets with oil executives to push for investment in Venezuela
President Trump met with major oil industry executives Friday afternoon as he pushes U.S. oil companies to invest in Venezuela.
How courts grant qualified immunity to police accused of off-duty misconduct
When officers commit misconduct during off-duty jobs, some judges are granting them immunity historically reserved for on-duty incidents.
Trump says Venezuela stole American oil. Here's what really happened.
President Trump has said Venezuela "unilaterally seized and sold American oil." But the history between the countries is far more complicated, experts note.
Veteran Danish diplomat slams Trump's Greenland bid as U.S. imperialism
Veteran diplomat tells CBS News Denmark "ready to cooperate" on Greenland, and he expects U.S. to abandon "anachronistic approach of colonialism" post-Trump.
Iran leader vows regime will "not back down" after night of huge protests
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei strikes a defiant tone against the U.S. after a night of massive anti-government protests.
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U.S. sends delegation to Venezuela as Trump meets with oil executives
President Trump met with oil industry executives at the White House as a U.S. delegation visited Venezuela.
2 people shot by Border Patrol agents in Portland, Oregon
Two people were wounded in a shooting involving Customs and Border Patrol agents in Portland, Oregon, officials said.
Minnesota woman killed in shark attack in U.S. Virgin Islands
The woman was identified as 56-year-old Arlene Lillis of Minnesota.
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Looking for a job? Here are the best U.S. cities to find openings.
Midsize cities like Pittsburgh and Columbia, South Carolina, offer some of the best employment prospects, analysis finds.
Trump posted some U.S. jobs data the before its official release
The White House said it will review its protocols for releasing economic data after President Trump's "inadvertent public disclosure."
Veteran Danish diplomat slams Trump's Greenland bid as U.S. imperialism
Veteran diplomat tells CBS News Denmark "ready to cooperate" on Greenland, and he expects U.S. to abandon "anachronistic approach of colonialism" post-Trump.
Video taken by ICE agent shows new angle of fatal shooting in Minneapolis
The White House shared video showing a different angle of Renee Nicole Good's shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis and the moments that led up to it, as the investigation continues.
Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
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Looking for a job? Here are the best U.S. cities to find openings.
Midsize cities like Pittsburgh and Columbia, South Carolina, offer some of the best employment prospects, analysis finds.
Trump posted some U.S. jobs data the before its official release
The White House said it will review its protocols for releasing economic data after President Trump's "inadvertent public disclosure."
Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
Meta signs 3 deals for nuclear energy to power AI data centers
Facebook parent Meta has reached nuclear power deals with three companies as it continues to look for electricity sources for its artificial intelligence data centers.
U.K. could ban X if platform can't "get a grip" on AI sexualized images
Britain's leader says all options on the table if Musk's X platform doesn't stop Grok AI tool being used to generate non-consensual sexualized images.
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Colombian president says Venezuela "will implode" if U.S. runs country for years
President Gustavo Petro responded to President Trump's comment that he expected U.S. oversight of Venezuela to last "much longer" than a year.
Trump posted some U.S. jobs data the before its official release
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Veteran Danish diplomat slams Trump's Greenland bid as U.S. imperialism
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Video taken by ICE agent shows new angle of fatal shooting in Minneapolis
The White House shared video showing a different angle of Renee Nicole Good's shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis and the moments that led up to it, as the investigation continues.
Jack Smith to testify publicly before House panel as soon as this month
Former special counsel Jack Smith is expected to testify publicly in front of the House Judiciary Committee in the coming weeks.
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Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
Book excerpt: "Enough" by Dr. Ania Jastreboff and Oprah Winfrey
The media superstar, who has struggled with weight for much of her life, and a Yale School of Medicine doctor team up for a book that examines the biology of obesity, offering a new way forward.
RFK Jr. says it may be "better" if fewer children receive the flu vaccine
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed there is "no scientific evidence" the flu vaccine prevents hospitalizations or death in children, despite previous CDC guidance.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
Concerns with drinking water on some airlines
A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.
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Colombian president says Venezuela "will implode" if U.S. runs country for years
President Gustavo Petro responded to President Trump's comment that he expected U.S. oversight of Venezuela to last "much longer" than a year.
Minnesota woman killed in shark attack in U.S. Virgin Islands
The woman was identified as 56-year-old Arlene Lillis of Minnesota.
U.K. could ban X if platform can't "get a grip" on AI sexualized images
Britain's leader says all options on the table if Musk's X platform doesn't stop Grok AI tool being used to generate non-consensual sexualized images.
Co-owner of Swiss ski resort bar hit by deadly fire held in custody
The co-owner of the fire-gutted Swiss ski resort bar where 40 mostly teenage New Year revelers were killed in a fire has been held in custody.
Man arrested under 1889 dueling law after deadly street fight
The faceoff took place on a street in the capital after the suspect "and the dead man agreed to fight each other," police said.
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Meet the team behind "The Traitors"
The drama and deceit of the Emmy-winning reality show "The Traitors" returns in season four with a star-studded cast. Anthony Mason got a behind-the-scenes look at the show with host Alan Cumming.
Holly Hunter on "Star Trek" series
Academy Award winner Holly Hunter is starring in the new Paramount+ original series "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" as the Star Trek franchise marks its 60th anniversary. She talks with CBS Mornings about the series and being part of the Star Trek legacy.
Nick Reiner's attorney withdraws, insists client is "not guilty of murder"
Alan Jackson, who famously won an acquittal in the murder trial of Karen Read and represented disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein, did not explain his decision to withdraw.
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
Nikki Glaser returning to host Golden Globes with "different approach"
Nikki Glaser is hosting the Golden Globes for a second time and told CBS Mornings about the challenges of picking the perfect jokes.
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Meta signs 3 deals for nuclear energy to power AI data centers
Facebook parent Meta has reached nuclear power deals with three companies as it continues to look for electricity sources for its artificial intelligence data centers.
U.K. could ban X if platform can't "get a grip" on AI sexualized images
Britain's leader says all options on the table if Musk's X platform doesn't stop Grok AI tool being used to generate non-consensual sexualized images.
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.
Privacy impact of Gmail tools driven by AI
Millions of Americans who use Gmail are getting a new package of tools, driven by artificial intelligence. Google says it's trying to make Gmail more like a personal assistant as it brings more of its Gemini AI to your inbox with three updates. The changes come with some privacy concerns. Jo Ling Kent explains.
Gmail adds AI to help you write messages and keep track of your inbox
Google is souping up Gmail with features from its Gemini 3 AI app. Here's what to know — including how to opt out.
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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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Mangione's lawyers request charge dismissals
Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson more than a year ago, was back in a New York courtroom on Friday. Mangione's lawyers asked a federal judge to drop two of his four federal charges. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
New video of Renee Good shooting
Vice President JD Vance posted a video on X that appears to show Renee Good's last words to immigration agents before an ICE officer shot and killed her in Minneapolis, Minnesota. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Vance calls Renee Good a "deranged leftist"
Vice President JD Vance addressed journalists at the White House press briefing on Thursday and commented on the deadly shooting involving an ICE officer in Minneapolis. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more on Vance's comments.
Minneapolis mayor on Renee Good comments
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey held a press conference on Friday and called for transparency from federal agencies that have taken over the investigation into the Renee Good shooting. Frey also slammed comments from Trump administration officials about the incident. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Man arrested under 1889 dueling law after deadly street fight
The faceoff took place on a street in the capital after the suspect "and the dead man agreed to fight each other," police said.
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NASA cutting ISS mission short
Four crew members aboard the International Space Station will be brought home more than a month early in the coming days as NASA cuts its mission short due to health concerns. NASA says the ailing astronaut is stable and while it is not an emergency, weeks more in space are not in the best interest of their health.
ISS crew returning early due to medical issue
The crew at the International Space Station will return home early because of what NASA is calling a medical concern with a crew member. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA will bring space station crew home early after medical issue
A planned spacewalk outside the International Space Station was scrapped because of what NASA called a "medical concern" with an unidentified crew member.
NASA postpones spacewalk for medical concerns
NASA on Thursday postponed a scheduled spacewalk on the International Space Station due to a "medical concern." CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
NASA considers bringing space crew home due to medical issue
NASA said the unidentified astronaut is "stable," but the agency is considering all options, including a possible early return to Earth for Crew 11
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Mangione's lawyers request charge dismissals
Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson more than a year ago, was back in a New York courtroom on Friday. Mangione's lawyers asked a federal judge to drop two of his four federal charges. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Trump takes questions after hosting oil executives
President Trump took questions from reporters at the White House on Friday after meeting with executives of oil and gas companies. The president spoke on a range of topics, from the deadly Minneapolis ICE shooting to Iran and Greenland. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro joins with his takeaways.
New details on fed-involved Portland shooting
Tensions are high in Portland, Oregon, after a shooting by federal immigration officials. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos has the latest.
Dow climbs amid Trump oil push in Venezuela
As President Trump presses U.S. oil companies to reenter Venezuela, investors weigh what it could mean for the global economy. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
Iranian activist calls on Trump to intervene
Masih Alinejad, an Iranian activist and journalist, is calling on President Trump and other leaders to intervene against the regime in Iran.