The celebrity had never roasted a goose for a holiday dinner
The celebrity had never roasted a goose for a holiday dinner. How hard could it be?
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No silent night here: The progressive rock band Trans-Siberian Orchestra performs extreme holiday music, with lasers and pyrotechnics illustrating its energized take on Christmas favorites
No silent night here: The progressive rock band Trans-Siberian Orchestra performs extreme holiday music, with lasers and pyrotechnics illustrating its energized take on Christmas favorites. Ben Tracy reports.
Black Friday may get all the publicity, but Super Saturday, the final Saturday before Christmas, still packs a pretty good punch when it comes to deals
Black Friday may get all the publicity, but Super Saturday, the final Saturday before Christmas, still packs a pretty good punch when it comes to deals. Meg Oliver has more on how, at least for holiday shoppers, sometimes it pays to procrastinate.
Kohl's is opening their doors at 7 a.m. Thursday morning and planning to stay open for more than 170 straight hours
Kohl's raised the stakes in the fight for holiday shoppers, opening their doors at 7 a.m. Thursday morning and planning to stay open for more than 170 straight hours -- straight through 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Fortune Magazine assistant managing editor Leigh Gallagher joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how the marathon strategy could pay off.
Every holiday season, people are stressing about what gifts to get their friends and family
Every holiday season, people are stressing about what gifts to get their friends and family. And many of them, including millennials, are trying to figure out how to pay for those gifts. Personal finance expert Stefanie O'Connell spoke with CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers about gifting on a budget.
Expert advice that will save you headaches -- and potentially cash -- when searching for toys at the last minute
Expert advice that will save you headaches -- and potentially cash -- when searching for toys at the last minute.
As we inch closer to Christmas, Americans can project the spirit of jolly St. Nick, or a Grinch-like scowl, depending on how they feel about the holiday
As we inch closer to Christmas, Americans can project the spirit of jolly St. Nick, or a Grinch-like scowl, depending on how they feel about the holiday. Many are down about the over-commercialization of Christmas, but contributor Bill Flanagan tells us why he has no problem with excess at this time of year.
From the unveiling of Merriam-Webster's Top 10 Words of the Year, to the unveiling of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens"
From the unveiling of Merriam-Webster's Top 10 Words of the Year, to the unveiling of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" - "Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead. Charles Osgood reports.
Safyre Terry is the sole survivor of an arson blaze that killed her family two years ago
Safyre Terry is the sole survivor of an arson blaze that killed her family two years ago. Now 8, she's well on her way to fulfilling a simple holiday wish.
As holiday shoppers gear up to spend big on gifts and travel, how can you get the best bang for your buck?
As holiday shoppers gear up to spend big on gifts and travel, how can you get the best bang for your buck? Matt Schulz, a senior industry analyst for creditcards.com, joins CBSN to explain how to earn back credit card rewards and protect yourself against fraud.
The Solstad family adopted baby Nathan this weekend, and his new sisters were stunned to find him under their Christmas tree
The Solstad family adopted baby Nathan this weekend, and his new sisters were stunned to find him under their Christmas tree. Watch to see their adorable reaction.
When an explosion tore through Halifax in 1917, Boston quickly sent a relief train stuffed with supplies
When an explosion tore through Halifax in 1917, Boston quickly sent a relief train stuffed with supplies. The cities are still bound by the gesture of good will in the face of tragedy. Meg Oliver reports.
The first family participates in the nation's tree lighting ceremony, with performances by musicians Andra Day, Crosby, Stills, & Nash, and others
The first family participates in the nation's tree lighting ceremony, with performances by musicians Andra Day, Crosby, Stills, & Nash, and others
Even if you didn't grab all your gifts on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, there are still plenty of ways to pick up great deals
Even if you didn't grab all your gifts on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, there are still plenty of ways to pick up great deals. Credit.com's Jeanine Skowronski joins CBSN to talk about the top 5 ways to win during the holidays.
A Walmart in Ohio is under fire for telling a retired U.S. Marine that he can't stand inside the store to collect toys and money for a charity, even though he's done it for more than a decade
A Walmart in Ohio is under fire for telling a retired U.S. Marine that he can't stand inside the store to collect toys and money for a charity, even though he's done it for more than a decade. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has more the backlash.
Donald Trump demands $5M to appear at a CNN debate, Laquan McDonald's accused shooter posts $1.5M bail, and more of the stories you're clicking on
Donald Trump demands $5M to appear at a CNN debate, Laquan McDonald's accused shooter posts $1.5M bail, and more of the stories you're clicking on.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the November 30, 2015 edition
At the Global Climate Summit in Paris, President Obama pitched an international deal to cut carbon emissions; after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday is here to encourage the holiday spirit of giving
After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday is here to encourage the holiday spirit of giving
After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday is here to encourage the holiday spirit of giving. Michelle Miller has more.
Americans are expected to spend $3 billion on Cyber Monday
Americans are expected to spend $3 billion on Cyber Monday. With the flood of deals available from retailers, which ones are the best ones? Retail and financial journalist Vera Gibbons joined CBSN to break it all down.
Retail stores saw less foot traffic on Black Friday, which may mean they prefer to shop from the comfort of their own homes on Cyber Monday
Retail stores saw less foot traffic on Black Friday, which may mean they prefer to shop from the comfort of their own homes on Cyber Monday. Retail & Financial Journalist Vera Gibbons joined CBSN to talk about this year's digital doorbusters.
Here's a look at the week ahead
Here's a look at the week ahead. Some of the highlights include a climate change conference with many global leaders in attendance and the lighting of the National Christmas Tree in Washington DC.
American consumers, start your engines
American consumers, start your engines. This weekend kicks off the holiday shopping season. Jill Schlesinger has some advice on what can help and what shoppers should avoid.
First Lady Michelle Obama greets the Bustards and the Blue Room Christmas tree at the north driveway of the White House. The 18.5-foot Fraser fir was grown by Jay and Glenn Bustard at their tree farm in Lansdale, Pennsylvania.
First Lady Michelle Obama greets the Bustards and the Blue Room Christmas tree at the north driveway of the White House. The 18.5-foot Fraser fir was grown by Jay and Glenn Bustard at their tree farm in Lansdale, Pennsylvania.
One of America's great holiday traditions took place in the hours following Thanksgiving as millions of shoppers flocked to stores to do some Black Friday Christmas shopping
One of America's great holiday traditions took place in the hours following Thanksgiving as millions of shoppers flocked to stores to do some Black Friday Christmas shopping. Brian Webb joins CBSN to talk about the deals and the atmosphere greeting consumers this year.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the November 26, 2015 edition.
As President Obama and his family celebrated Thanksgiving at the White House, yet another jumper managed to make it over a recently reinforced fence; fruits and vegetables are often discarded because they just don't look right
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July 4th celebrations mark America's 250th birthday. Follow live updates.
Americans are celebrating 250 years of independence this Fourth of July with events including the largest fireworks display in history.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married in ceremony officiated by Adam Sandler
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Serena Williams withdraws from Wimbledon doubles match with sister Venus
Serena Williams cited a knee injury behind her decision to withdraw from a doubles match at Wimbledon.
Prince Harry to travel without Meghan to London amid security flap
Meghan and his children may eventually join him on the rest of the trip outside London, the source said.
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Mourners chant for revenge as dayslong funeral of Iran's slain leader begins
The flag-draped casket of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was put on display in Tehran with millions expected to attend his dayslong funeral.
Trump pardons pollution violators prosecuted for "fixing their car"
CBS News previously reported President Trump was weighing pardons of a slate of people convicted of emissions and clean air-related violations.
250 essential American songs to mark nation's birthday
What are the essential American songs? To mark the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders.
CBS to host "The Great American Block Party 250" special on July 4
CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history.
Maps show this July 4th could be hottest ever in parts of U.S.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
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DNA technology leads to identification of Revolutionary War soldier
The remains of a Revolutionary War soldier were identified as a young man from Maryland just before America's 250th anniversary.
Serena Williams withdraws from Wimbledon doubles match with sister Venus
Serena Williams cited a knee injury behind her decision to withdraw from a doubles match at Wimbledon.
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July 4th celebrations mark America's 250th birthday. Follow live updates.
Americans are celebrating 250 years of independence this Fourth of July with events including the largest fireworks display in history.
6 presidential speeches that shaped American history
These six presidential speeches are some that have most reverberated through the ages, and whose impacts are still felt today.
Trump warns of "communist menace" in speech at Mount Rushmore
The president kicked off America's 250th anniversary celebrations with a speech at Mount Rushmore where he warned of a resurgence in communism.
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More than 100,000 fireworks recalled ahead of July 4
Federal safety regulators are urging consumers to stop using the recalled fireworks and return them for a full refund.
How to save money on air conditioning as electric bills climb
As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs.
Here's who won — and lost — under Trump's "big, beautiful bill"
A year after President Trump signed the sweeping tax and spending package, its effects on households, businesses and federal programs are increasingly evident.
U.S. says it's monitoring oil markets for price-fixing, urges states to do same
Antitrust regulators suggested that state attorneys general could assist in investigating unlawful conduct by companies.
What's open and closed on July 3 and July 4? See which stores are operating.
Major retail stores will be open on Friday, although some may have modified hours on Saturday, July 4.
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6 presidential speeches that shaped American history
These six presidential speeches are some that have most reverberated through the ages, and whose impacts are still felt today.
Trump warns of "communist menace" in speech at Mount Rushmore
The president kicked off America's 250th anniversary celebrations with a speech at Mount Rushmore where he warned of a resurgence in communism.
Trump announces pardons for pollution violators prosecuted for "fixing their car"
CBS News previously reported President Trump was weighing pardons of a slate of people convicted of emissions and clean air-related violations.
Trump gifted lavish ring from Belgian diamond group that won tariff relief
The gift comes months after Belgium's diamond industry won the removal of U.S. tariffs on diamond imports.
Inside the security operations for July Fourth celebrations in D.C.
The Fourth of July celebrations in Washington, D.C., are deemed a "national special security event," which is the highest possible designation.
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1 symptom leads to dad's cancer diagnosis: "I was like, 'Wait, what?'"
Eric Dillon thought the pain in his shoulder was a minor injury. It took two years to get the real answer.
Why tick season is expected to be worse than normal
The CDC is reporting the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 in many parts of the U.S.
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What a Brooklyn bodega reveals about the craze for an experimental weight-loss drug
It isn't approved by the FDA, but we found an experimental weight-loss drug called retatrutide for sale at a local convenience store.
Actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
Medicare to help pay for some GLP-1 drugs
Starting Wednesday, Medicare will help pay for some GLP-1 medications for weight loss. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder explains what this means for patients.
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Egypt uncovers lost Byzantine-era city in the western desert
The fourth-century residential city in the western desert is one of two major archaeological finds announced by Egypt on Saturday.
Prince Harry to travel solo to London amid security flap
Meghan and his children may eventually join him on the rest of the trip outside London, the source said.
Trump gifted lavish ring from Belgian diamond group that won tariff relief
The gift comes months after Belgium's diamond industry won the removal of U.S. tariffs on diamond imports.
Prince William appears on "New Heights" podcast ahead of Swift-Kelce wedding
Prince William will appear on the podcast hosted by Jason and Travis Kelce just hours before Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's anticipated wedding.
Venice mayor proposes new dynamic pricing tourist fee
The mayor of Venice says the city is seeking government approval to introduce a form of dynamic pricing to deal with tourism costs.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tie the knot
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday. Comedian Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony, a representative for Swift confirmed. Jo Ling Kent has more details.
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Americans are celebrating the Fourth of July and America's 250th birthday amid a sweltering heat wave. Plus, Taylor Swift's wedding, a Revolutionary War soldier is finally recognized, and former Liberty Island residents speak out.
Empire State Building lights up for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding
The Empire State Building lit up in blue for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding Friday night.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are officially married, according to Swift's publicist. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Fans gather in NYC for Taylor Swift's wedding
New York has been waiting for Taylor Swift, as the pop icon may be preparing to marry NFL star Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden on Friday night. Carlos Greer, a senior reporter at Page Six, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
White House lifted AI limits, Anthropic says
Tech giant Anthropic says that the federal government has now removed restrictions from its robust Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models. Axios reporter Madison Mills has more on artificial intelligence regulation.
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.
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
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The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
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Trump announces 6 new pardons
The four presidents carved into Mount Rushmore collectively issued over 1,100 pardons. President Trump, who is visiting there tonight, has outdone them all and is now adding more. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump considering pardons and clemency
President Trump is considering pardons for a group of people convicted of emissions and clean-air-related violations and has discussed potential clemency for Sean "Diddy" Combs, according to sources familiar with his plans. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Trump weighing Diddy clemency, sources say
President Trump is considering pardons for a slew of individuals, including potential clemency for disgraced music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs and some offenders with pollution-related convictions, sources say. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Olympian charged over alleged D.C. vandalism
U.S. Olympian David Hearn is facing a felony charge after being accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. CBS News senior Justice Department reporter Sarah Lynch has the details.
Man charged over Reflecting Pool vandalism
Former U.S. Olympian David Hearn was indicted on Thursday on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up roughly two feet of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool last month, amid the algae blooms and political mudslinging around the president's $16 million renovation. Nicole Sganga reports.
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Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
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Celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
Punch Brothers perform "New Bike"
Bluegrass band Punch Brothers was formed by mandolinist Chris Thile in 2006. Their upcoming all-instrumental album, "The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers," will be released on July 24. Here's Punch Brothers performing "New Bike."
Punch Brothers play "This Land Is Your Land"
Bluegrass band Punch Brothers was formed by mandolinist Chris Thile in 2006. In celebration of the Fourth of July, here's Punch Brothers performing their cover of Woody Guthrie's classic song, "This Land Is Your Land."
The last residents of Liberty Island
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognized works of art in the world, symbolizing American progress and the welcoming promise of immigration. Lady Liberty stands on a 15-acre island, now crowded by tourists — but once, a small group of residents called the island their home.
America's most iconic flag-raising moments
The iconic American flag is recognized around the world, representing the ideals and image of the nation. Author and photographer Roland Miller joins "CBS Saturday Mornings" to showcase some of the most famous flag moments in American history.