Maury Povich announces paternity test for baby orangutan
The paternity of a baby orangutan born at the Denver Zoo was a mystery – so the zoo went to the paternity test expert, Maury Povich.
Trump says he will order DOJ to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
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Greene says Trump's stance on Epstein files is "huge miscalculation"
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene told "CBS Mornings" that President Trump's opposition to releasing files from the federal investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "huge miscalculation."
Prosecutor chosen to replace Fani Willis in Georgia's Trump election case
A new prosecutor has been selected to take over Georgia's election interference case against President Trump and others.
Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere is charged
Australian man Johnson Wen was charged with "being a public nuisance" after rushing Ariana Grande, according to court documents.
Chimpanzee escapes exhibit at Indianapolis zoo, prompting lockdown
A chimpanzee escaped its enclosure and was on the loose at the Indianapolis Zoo, but the animal was later located and returned to her exhibit, the zoo said.
Russian military spy ship tracked by U.S. Coast Guard off Hawaii coast
An HC-130 Hercules helicopter and a Coast Guard cutter were dispatched to monitor the ship, officials said.
Man charged with murder in mass shooting at South Carolina bar
Anferny Freeman, 27, was charged with murder in a mass shooting that killed four people and injured 15 people.
Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of precancerous polyps, study finds
Eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research.
Iranian forces reportedly seize tanker in key Middle East shipping lane
Iran's Revolutionary Guard forces have reportedly seized an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz in the first such interdiction in months.
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Book excerpt: "There Is No Place For Us" by Brian Goldstone
For his new book, the journalist examines why so many people who work full-time jobs with low wages are homeless in America.
Why Black Friday discounts could be stingier this year
Some businesses say steeper U.S. tariffs this year give them less financial room to offer holiday savings.
Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of precancerous polyps, study finds
Eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research.
Chimpanzee escapes exhibit at Indianapolis zoo, prompting lockdown
A chimpanzee escaped its enclosure and was on the loose at the Indianapolis Zoo, but the animal was later located and returned to her exhibit, the zoo said.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene says "I don't see political party lines" on health care
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
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Why Black Friday discounts could be stingier this year
Some businesses say steeper U.S. tariffs this year give them less financial room to offer holiday savings.
Some Cheetos and Doritos won't have their bright color anymore
New versions of Cheetos and Doritos, without artificial flavors or dyes, will be sold in December.
Stocks extend slide amid investor concerns about AI and interest rates
U.S. financial markets opened lower, sputtering for a second straight day as investors question the health of AI stocks.
Walmart says longtime CEO Doug McMillon will retire in January
Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.
Stock futures slide as investors fret over AI and interest rates
Stocks look set to extend their slide Friday amid investor jitters about the tech sector and the path of monetary policy.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene says "I don't see political party lines" on health care
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
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Greene says Trump's stance on Epstein files is "huge miscalculation"
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene told "CBS Mornings" that President Trump's opposition to releasing files from the federal investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "huge miscalculation."
Trump says he will order DOJ to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
Prosecutor chosen to replace Fani Willis in Georgia's Trump election case
A new prosecutor has been selected to take over Georgia's election interference case against President Trump and others.
Manhattan prosecutor's office recuses itself from Maurene Comey's lawsuit over firing
A U.S. attorney's office in Albany will defend the Trump administration in a lawsuit brought by fired prosecutor Maurene Comey, after her former office in Manhattan recused itself from the case.
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Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of precancerous polyps, study finds
Eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene says "I don't see political party lines" on health care
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
Some Cheetos and Doritos won't have their bright color anymore
New versions of Cheetos and Doritos, without artificial flavors or dyes, will be sold in December.
FDA's plan to boost cheaper copycat drugs could stall at patent office
The FDA's push for lower-cost medicines looks good on paper, but the patent office under President Trump may be going in the opposite direction.
Death in N.J. believed to be 1st linked to meat allergy spread by ticks
A New Jersey man is the first person believed to have died from alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy triggered by a tick bite, researchers say.
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Russian military spy ship tracked by U.S. Coast Guard off Hawaii coast
An HC-130 Hercules helicopter and a Coast Guard cutter were dispatched to monitor the ship, officials said.
Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere is charged
Australian man Johnson Wen was charged with "being a public nuisance" after rushing Ariana Grande, according to court documents.
Eggs thrown at Ex-Spanish soccer boss who kissed player
Luis Rubiales, former head of Spain's soccer federation, was pelted by eggs while presenting his memoir. His own uncle threw them.
Iranian forces reportedly seize tanker in key Middle East shipping lane
Iran's Revolutionary Guard forces have reportedly seized an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz in the first such interdiction in months.
Suspected food poisoning kills mom, 2 kids at popular tourist site
Two children and their mother have died after eating street food at a popular Istanbul tourist site, Turkish officials said.
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Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter reunite on Broadway
Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, who starred together in the 1989 film "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure," are reuniting for the latest Broadway revival of "Waiting for Godot." The actors talk with "CBS Mornings" about the play and their decadeslong friendship.
Alanis Morissette on vulnerability, healing
Alanis Morissette was 21 in 1996 when she won four Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, for "Jagged Little Pill." Thirty years later, Morissette brought a new vulnerability to the stage during her recent residency in Las Vegas. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers has more.
Lee Pace on "The Running Man" assassin role
Lee Pace is starring in the new thriller, "The Running Man," which is based on a Stephen King novel. It takes place in a society in the near future where contestants participate in a reality game show and are hunted by professional assassins. Pace speaks to "CBS Mornings" about playing Evan McCone, the masked chief hunter in the group of assassins, and what inspires his love for acting.
Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere is charged
Australian man Johnson Wen was charged with "being a public nuisance" after rushing Ariana Grande, according to court documents.
Glen Powell on "The Running Man" role
Glen Powell joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his role in the new Paramount Pictures thriller "The Running Man," which is based on a Stephen King novel. He talks about the physical demands and how King had to approve him for the role.
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AI used in Chinese cyberattack
The AI firm Anthropic says Chinese hackers used its artificial intelligence tools to spy on tech companies, financial institutions and government agencies in what it believes is the first documented case of a worldwide cyberattack with minimal human involvement. CBS News contributor Chris Krebs, the former head of the federal government's cybersecurity agency, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what this could mean for the future and how to prevent it.
Anthropic says Chinese hackers used its AI chatbot in cyberattacks
State-sponsored cybercriminals used Anthropic's tech to target tech companies, financial institutions and other organizations, AI company alleges.
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.
People can't tell AI-generated music from real thing anymore, survey shows
It's become nearly impossible for people to tell the difference between music generated by artificial intelligence and that created by humans, according to a survey of 9,000 people.
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Google sues China-based hackers over massive text-phishing scams
Google said the fake messages are part of a massive criminal network called "Lighthouse" that has stolen information through phishing and smishing scams.
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Scientists discover new "lucifer" bee with devil-like horns
Kit Prendergast discovered the bee while surveying a critically endangered wildflower and was drawn to the insect's unique appearance.
Promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's
Recent studies have shown new antibody drugs to slow cognitive decline among people with early-onset Alzheimer's – a critical finding, given that the disease as of now has no cure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook visits Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, which is conducting important research into treating the disease before symptoms arise. The clinical trials involve the 1 to 2 percent of people with Alzheimer's who are genetically predisposed to developing dementia. He also talks with philanthropist Bill Gates, who has already donated $300 million to support Alzheimer's research.
Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information like lifespan, height and IQ in life.
James Watson, co-discoverer of the shape of DNA, dies at 97
James D. Watson, who helped discover the structure of DNA, has died at 97 years old.
Hundreds of dolphins found dead in lake were in water hotter than jacuzzi
"You couldn't put your finger in the water," said the lead author of the study, which spotlights the impacts of planetary warming on aquatic ecosystems.
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Man charged with murder in mass shooting at South Carolina bar
Anferny Freeman, 27, was charged with murder in a mass shooting that killed four people and injured 15 people.
Trump on probing Epstein's relationships
President Trump posted on social media about calling on the Department of Justice and the FBI to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's apparent relationships with former President Bill Clinton, economist Larry Summers and other people and institutions. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.
Alleged mafia member charged in multimillion dollar N.J. illegal sports betting ring
A New Jersey-based illegal sports betting ring allegedly headed up by a mafia member has been broken up, officials said Thursday.
More on White House's response on Epstein
President Trump avoided questions on the latest batch of Jeffrey Epstein files released by House Oversight Democrats. This comes as Republicans grapple with calls for the release of all the files related to Epstein. CBS News' Robert Costa and Nancy Cordes report.
Florida executes ex-Marine who abducted, raped and killed 6-year-old girl in 1979
A man convicted of killing a 6-year-old girl who was abducted from her bedroom has been executed in Florida, which was the record 16th death sentence carried out under Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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Blue Origin's New Glenn launches twin Mars probes
Blue Origin, owned by Jeff Bezos, plans to challenge SpaceX with the powerful, partially reusable New Glenn rocket.
Remote telescope farm helps far away stargazers beat light pollution
Customers send their telescopes to Starfront Observatories, where amateur stargazers can view the night sky unencumbered by artificial light.
Severe geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights to much of U.S.
A severe geomagnetic storm could cause widespread disruption to infrastructure technology and make northern lights visible for much of the northern half of the U.S.
Building the next space station
Astronauts opened the hatch to the International Space Station for the first time 25 years ago. The station will be retired at the end of the decade and there's a new type of space race on to replace it. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump re-nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to run NASA
President Donald Trump is nominating Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator after all.
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Protests, arrests erupt outside ICE facility
Protests are growing outside a Broadview, Illinois, ICE facility on Friday. CBS Chicago has more.
Hegseth announces "Operation Southern Spear"
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced "Operation Southern Spear" in the Western Hemisphere as U.S. strikes continue in the region near Colombia and Venezuela. CBS News' Eleanor Watson reports.
Trump on probing Epstein's relationships
President Trump posted on social media about calling on the Department of Justice and the FBI to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's apparent relationships with former President Bill Clinton, economist Larry Summers and other people and institutions. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.
Dolphins vs. Commanders in Madrid
NFL fans are in Madrid, Spain, for a historic match between the Miami Dolphins and the Washington Commanders. CBS News Miami's Mike Cugno reports.
Chinese astronauts return to Earth
A group of Chinese astronauts is back on Earth after being delayed by apparent space debris damage. CBS News' Errol Barnett reports.