The Francis Effect
The vast majority of American Catholics approve of the direction the pope is leading their church - but will it draw them back to an institution slow to change?
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CBS News/NYT poll: Majority of U.S. Catholics positive about Church
But most would like to see more reform of Vatican doctrine
Pope's new cardinal appointments reflect future Catholic Church
Pope Francis welcomed 19 new cardinals at a ceremony known as a consistor. Traditionally, cardinals were mostly from the developed world. This time, there are four Latin Americans, two Asians and two Africans
How Pope Francis has changed the rules of annulment
From December, Catholic couples who decide to break a marriage will find it easier to stay in the church's good graces
Breaking up is hard to do, but easier soon for Catholics
In ongoing quest to level platform for Catholics of all socioeconomic levels, Pope Francis to make annulling marriage cheaper, easier
Pope calls on Europe's Catholics to shelter refugees
As desperate but grateful migrants flood into Germany and Austria, Francis says each parish on the continent should shelter one family
Silence for ex-Vatican diplomat at his funeral
Jozef Wesolowski went on trial in a Holy See courtroom not long before he died on child sexual abuse charges
Supporters make sainthood case for legendary Old West nun
Sister Blandina Segale was an unsung heroine of the frontier and now supporters push for her to be canonized
Pope weighs in on divorced Catholics who remarry
Francis' emphasis on mercy in church leadership has raised hope among many such Catholics that he might lift Communion ban
Poll: Pope Francis' approval rating drops in U.S.
Though still viewed favorably among Americans, pontiff's image has declined since early 2014; conservative cleric faults confusion over Vatican's stance on social issues
Archbishop: School that fired gay teacher showed "common sense"
Philadelphia teacher says she lost her job at a Catholic school even though she told the school about her same-sex marriage when she was hired
Boy Scouts move closer to ending ban on gay adult leaders
Executive committee for Boy Scouts of America approved a resolution that would end the organizations ban and become official policy if ratified
Pope urges Paraguay to seek peace, equality and justice
On last full day of tour, Francis pleads for rapid, "distinct and clear justice" to be administered in Latin America and beyond
Pope Francis visits notorious prison in Bolivia
Before journeying on to Paraguay, Francis urges inmates at overcrowded and violent Palmasola prison not to despair
Fierce opposition from religious groups stalls California right-to-die bill
Catholics in the Los Angeles area are opposed to bill that would allow terminally ill patients to legally end their lives
Pope Francis draws hundreds of thousands in Ecuador
On three-nation South American tour, Latin America's first pope returns to his home soil for a Mass dedicated to the family
Pope to shine light on South America's poorest corners
His stance capitalism may give some pause, but to some people awaiting his visit, Pope Francis is already a miracle-maker
Catholics urged "not to attend same-sex marriages"
Catholic leaders issue responses to Supreme Court's reversal of bans on same-sex marriages
Anti-nuclear activist nun, 84, likely to remain free
Sister Megan Rice and two other Catholic peace activists were convicted in 2013 of sabotage for breaking into and vandalizing the Oak Ridge, Tennessee, bunker that stores much of the nation's bomb-grade uranium
Rock star pope
Pope Francis has made waves with his acts of humility, bold statements and strong action on a number of controversial issues, like global warming, homosexuality and abortion
Jeb Bush backs away from criticism of the pope
The Republican presidential candidate is at odds with an upcoming papal statement on climate change
Archbishop of St. Paul resigns over church sex scandal
Pope Francis accepts resignations of Archbishop John Nienstedt and his deputy amid charges archdiocese turned "blind eye" to abuse
Pope urges Bosnians to put "barbarity" behind them
"Make peace. Work for peace. All together, so that this can be a country of peace," pontiff tells nation still healing from war
Minn. church charged over handling of sex abuse claims
Leaders of St. Paul-Minneapolis archdiocese accused of failing to immediately report allegations of abuse by a priest now in prison
Vatican: Irish marriage vote a "defeat for humanity"
Predominantly Catholic nation held a public referendum on same-sex marriage, and the result has left the Catholic Church disappointed
Trump backs off from tariff threat over Greenland
President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
Maps show where winter storm threatens to bring snow, brutal cold this weekend
Heavy snow, thick ice and brutal cold are expected to make the winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event for nearly 30 states.
Trump says he won't take Greenland by force as allies push back at Davos
President Trump told world leaders, CEOs and policymakers at the Davos economic forum that he wouldn't use force to take control of Greenland.
Internal memo authorizes ICE to enter homes without judicial warrants in some cases
ICE authorized its officers to enter homes without judicial warrants in the cases of people with deportation orders, a sweeping reversal of longstanding rules, according to a whistleblower complaint.
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The "Board of Peace" was first announced as part of the peace plan for Gaza. President Trump has recently suggested that its work could extend more broadly.
Appeals court pauses restrictions on tactics federal agents can use in Minnesota
A federal appeals court on Wednesday temporarily paused a judge's ruling that restricted the use of force federal agents can use on peaceful protesters in Minneapolis.
ICE launches latest immigration arrest operation in Maine
Federal agents this week launched a new immigration enforcement operation in Maine, the latest front of the Trump administration's widening mass deportation campaign.
Trump repeats false or exaggerated claims about Greenland as he pushes for U.S. ownership
President Trump has exaggerated threats to Greenland from Russia and China and downplayed the country's current defenses, according to local officials and experts on the Arctic.
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Justice Dept. kills cases cracking down on auto emissions cheating
The Justice Department ordered prosecutors to drop all pending cases targeting the sale of illicit "defeat devices" in diesel-powered vehicles.
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Former Iowa school superintendent to plead guilty to lying about citizenship
Former Des Moines superintendent Ian Roberts is set to appear before a federal judge Thursday and is expected to plead guilty to charges of falsely claiming U.S. citizenship and illegally possessing firearms.
Internal memo authorizes ICE to enter homes without judicial warrants in some cases
ICE authorized its officers to enter homes without judicial warrants in the cases of people with deportation orders, a sweeping reversal of longstanding rules, according to a whistleblower complaint.
Maps show where winter storm threatens to bring snow, brutal cold this weekend
Heavy snow, thick ice and brutal cold are expected to make the winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event for nearly 30 states.
Appeals court pauses restrictions on tactics federal agents can use in Minnesota
A federal appeals court on Wednesday temporarily paused a judge's ruling that restricted the use of force federal agents can use on peaceful protesters in Minneapolis.
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Justice Dept. kills cases cracking down on auto emissions cheating
The Justice Department ordered prosecutors to drop all pending cases targeting the sale of illicit "defeat devices" in diesel-powered vehicles.
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Wealth inequality in America just hit its widest gap in three decades.
Nearly one-third of U.S. household wealth was held by the top 1% in the third quarter of 2025.
Trump touts policies aimed at promoting homeownership in Davos speech
President Trump said his plans for boosting home affordability are already helping, but stopped short of providing details.
Ryanair CEO on Elon Musk: "I suspect he's a bigger idiot than me"
Budget airline Ryanair launches "big idiot" fare promotion after CEO Michael O'Leary and Elon Musk trade insults.
Ford recalls some 119,000 vehicles due to engine block heater fire risk, NHTSA says
Ford is recalling roughly 119,000 vehicles because their engine block heaters have a defect that increases the risk of fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
Ex-flight attendant got hundreds of free flights posing as pilot, DOJ says
A former flight attendant for a Canadian airline posed as a commercial pilot and as a current flight attendant to obtain hundreds of free flights from U.S. airlines, authorities said.
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Trump repeats false or exaggerated claims about Greenland as he pushes for U.S. ownership
President Trump has exaggerated threats to Greenland from Russia and China and downplayed the country's current defenses, according to local officials and experts on the Arctic.
Internal memo authorizes ICE to enter homes without judicial warrants in some cases
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Justice Dept. kills cases cracking down on auto emissions cheating
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ICE launches latest immigration arrest operation in Maine
Federal agents this week launched a new immigration enforcement operation in Maine, the latest front of the Trump administration's widening mass deportation campaign.
DOJ's call for resources in Minnesota includes military attorneys, auditors
The Justice Dept. is calling for resources to be sent to Minnesota as it expands its fraud investigation in the state.
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Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
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Trump repeats false or exaggerated claims about Greenland as he pushes for U.S. ownership
President Trump has exaggerated threats to Greenland from Russia and China and downplayed the country's current defenses, according to local officials and experts on the Arctic.
3 journalists killed in Gaza, including cameraman who worked with CBS News
An Israeli airstrike killed three journalists in Gaza on Wednesday, the territory's civil defense agency said. One of those killed, Abed Shaat, had worked for years as a cameraman for CBS News and other outlets.
Trump touts policies aimed at promoting homeownership in Davos speech
President Trump said his plans for boosting home affordability are already helping, but stopped short of providing details.
Trump backs off from tariff threat over Greenland
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What to know about Trump's "Board of Peace"
The "Board of Peace" was first announced as part of the peace plan for Gaza. President Trump has recently suggested that its work could extend more broadly.
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Prince Harry says U.K. tabloid court battle is "not just about me"
Prince Harry struck a combative tone as he testified in his lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher.
Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
David Beckham responds amid family feud
Brooklyn Beckham, the oldest son of David and Victoria Beckham, accused his parents in a social media statement of trying to undermine his marriage and of valuing "public promotion" over family. David Beckham acknowledged the allegations and responded, saying, "they make mistakes. Children are allowed to make mistakes." Adriana Diaz has more.
Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees announced
"CBS Mornings" exclusively announces the newest inductees to the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Anthony Mason reports.
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2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees revealed on "CBS Mornings"
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
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Tech leaders discuss future of AI in Davos
Tech leaders have taken the stage this week at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to discuss how AI will impact jobs. Bloomberg News reporter Sarah Frier joins CBS News with more.
Nonprofit helps to cut down on screen time
On average, young people between the ages of 8 and 18 spend about 7.5 hours a day on their screens, not including school work. A growing nonprofit is trying to change that alarming trend. The Balance Project focuses on delaying the use of smartphones for kids and encouraging more time with friends and independent play outside. Meg Oliver shows how.
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.
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Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
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Internal memo authorizes ICE to enter homes without judicial warrants in some cases
ICE authorized its officers to enter homes without judicial warrants in the cases of people with deportation orders, a sweeping reversal of longstanding rules, according to a whistleblower complaint.
Florida Keys boat captain accused of selling cocaine found at sea
A charter boat captain in the Florida Keys was arrested for allegedly selling cocaine that was reportedly found at sea, authorities said.
Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
Trump admits ICE may make mistakes
President Trump commented on ICE raids in the U.S. as the Justice Department served subpoenas for multiple Democratic officials in Minnesota. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Suspect in "Colonial Parkway murders" linked to more cold-case killings
The suspect in the "Colonial Parkway murders" that shook Virginia in the 1980s has been linked to 2 more of the killings, investigators announced.
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Space
More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending its first all-female crew to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Trump says he reached Greenland "framework"
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Peter Schweizer on immigration
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