"Ghostbusters" original cast joins forces with Paul Rudd and Mckenna Grace
The original "Ghostbusters" cast braved the heavy proton packs once more for the franchise's latest installment.
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Why are the Academy Awards called the Oscars?
To most, the glitzy Academy Awards show and the statuettes are known as the Oscars. Here's the story behind the nickname.
Who could win big at the 2024 Oscars?
Filmmakers and fans are gearing up for the most exciting night in the movie business. "Entertainment Tonight" host Kevin Frazier joins CBS News to break down what to expect at Sunday's 96th Academy Awards.
Chinese women push back against patriarchy
On International Women's Day, a groundbreaking movie in China is capturing attention by showcasing the fierce determination of modern Chinese women who are resisting patriarchal pressures amid a declining birth rate.
Forbes releases list of highest paid actors of 2023
Forbes has released its list of highest-paid actors, ranking A-list stars based on how much money they made from films and TV in 2023.
What's next in the "Rust" shooting case?
A New Mexico jury on Wednesday found "Rust" film armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports from Santa Fe.
"Rust" armorer found guilty of manslaughter
A New Mexico jury on Wednesday found Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the weapons supervisor for the Western movie "Rust," guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the fatal 2021 on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Elise Preston reports from New Mexico.
"Rust" armorer convicted of manslaughter
A New Mexico jury on Wednesday found Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the armorer on the Western film "Rust," guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Civil and entertainment attorney Tre Lovell joins CBS News to break down the verdict.
Who could win big at the 2024 SAG Awards?
Award season continues in Hollywood with the 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards this Saturday, which are largely seen as a predictor of the Oscars. Patrick Gomez, editor-in-chief of Entertainment Weekly, joins CBS News to discuss the top nominations.
Documentarian on escaping siege of Mariupol
A new Oscar-nominated documentary, "20 Days in Mariupol," is shedding light on the earliest days of the Russia-Ukraine war. Director Mstyslav Chernov joins CBS News to reflect on his time in the Ukrainian border city as Russian troops descended on it.
Cillian Murphy said yes to "Oppenheimer" before reading a script
Cillian Murphy, who became a household name with "Oppenheimer," said yes to the role before reading a script. He's been in six Christopher Nolan films and says that saying yes to the director pays off.
Camila Mendes on new rom-com, "Upgraded"
Camila Mendes joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new role in the romantic comedy "Upgraded."
Las Vegas: The ultimate movie destination
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas — unless it ends up on the big screen. For decades, filmmakers have been drawn to Sin City, featuring it in everything from comedies to romances to thrillers. It will even be the home of next week's Super Bowl game. CBS News' Dana Jacobson reports on why the city has become such a film destination.
The Uplift: Daniel Kaluuya and more
Actor Daniel Kaluuya talks about his newest role – behind the camera. David Begnaud goes to a surprise location in search of a story and finds a man helping others with wooden nickels. Plus, other heartwarming stories.
Vanessa Kirby on new "Mission: Impossible"
Vanessa Kirby joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her return as "The White Widow" in the new film "Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One," including the higher stakes for her character.
Actors strike ends after 118 days
Film and television actors are back to work starting Thursday after SAG-AFTRA's negotiating committee approves a tentative three-year contract, ending a 118-day strike. The union is touting gains in compensation and protections against the use of AI. Carter Evans reports from Culver City, California.
Director Baz Luhrmann talks new limited series
Award-winning director Baz Luhrmann joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new limited series "Faraway Downs," recut from his 2008 movie "Australia" starring Hugh Jackman and Nicole Kidman.
An inside look at new film "The Good Nurse"
"The Good Nurse," a new true-crime thriller film, follows the real story of a nurse who killed dozens of hospital patients, and the woman who helped stop him. Actress Jessica Chastain plays real-life nurse Amy Loughren, who worked with police to get the actual serial killer to confess. The two join "CBS Mornings" to discuss working together on the film.
Hillary Clinton reacts to Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig Oscars snub
"Barbie" scored a total of eight Academy Award nominations, including for best picture, but Robbie did not get nominated for best actress, and Greta Gerwig did not make the cut in the best director category.
Ryan Gosling speaks out after Academy snubs Margot Robbie, Greta Gerwig
"Barbie" was nominated for eight awards, but director Greta Gerwig and star Margot Robbie were notably snubbed. Ryan Gosling, who was nominated, said "there is no Ken without Barbie."
"Oppenheimer" gets 13 Oscar nominations
The 2024 Oscar nominations are out and "Oppenheimer" is leading the way. Director Christopher Nolan's film about the making of the atomic bomb received 13 nominations. Fandango's managing director, Erik Davis, joined CBS News to discuss "Oppenheimer," "Barbie" and the other nominees.
A family-run TV station's unique focus
As powerhouse corporations dominate the global media landscape, one home-run TV station is bucking the trend and pulling in viewers nostalgic for another era. Haley Ott has more on the Talking Pictures family, whose network has grown to be the biggest independent channel in Britain.
Da'Vine Joy Randolph talks Golden Globe win
First-time Golden Globe winner Da'Vine Joy Randolph joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her heart-wrenching performance in "The Holdovers." Plus, why she feels the role represents all women.
Golden Globes preview
Tomorrow night, the biggest stars of film and television will gather in Beverly Hills, California, for the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards. The ceremony, hosted by comedian Jo Koy, is the first big event of awards season. CBS News' Carter Evans has an exclusive look at what to expect when the awards show airs right here on CBS.
What to expect at 2024 Golden Globes on CBS
Artists and fans are gearing up for Sunday's Golden Globe Awards on CBS and Paramount+. USA Today film critic Brian Truitt joins to preview the show.
Trump, Clinton seen in new batch of Epstein photos released by Democrats
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Friday released 19 photos from a trove of images obtained from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein.
Johnson's grip on the House slips as Republicans defy leadership
House Republicans have repeatedly defied Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership amid growing frustration over how he's led the fractious majority.
Former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore charged with home invasion, stalking
Two days after he was fired as head coach at the University of Michigan, Sherrone Moore was charged Friday in connection with what authorities have said is an assault investigation.
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Watch live: Trump honors "Miracle on Ice" U.S. Olympic men's hockey team
President Trump is hosting members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's hockey team — famous for defeating the Soviet Union in the "Miracle on Ice" — at a bill-signing Friday.
Venezuela's Machado appears open to U.S. military pressure against Maduro
Maria Corina Machado, asked by CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Trump's threat of land strikes, said she'd "welcome more and more pressure" on Maduro.
King Charles says he'll scale back cancer treatment thanks to early diagnosis
King Charles III says that his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year because of early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctor's orders.
Commander overseeing U.S. military forces in Caribbean relinquishes command early
Adm. Alvin Holsey relinquished command Friday in a ceremony at U.S. Southern Command headquarters after announcing early retirement amid U.S. buildup off of Venezuela.
Historic preservation group sues Trump over White House ballroom project
"No president is legally allowed to tear down portions of the White House without any review whatsoever," said the National Trust for Historic Preservation in its lawsuit.
Erika Kirk has a "call to action" for parents
Charlie Kirk's widow Erika Kirk tells CBS News that it's easy to blame others for political violence, but she has a message for parents.
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National Guard member wounded in D.C. shooting making "extraordinary progress"
Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe "has made extraordinary progress," his medical team said.
New Orleans jail escapee who was on the run for months sentenced to life in prison
Derrick Groves, 28, was sentenced Friday to two life sentences over a 2018 double murder, with the Louisiana judge rebuking him for the disruption caused by his five months on the run.
Law prof sues Boeing, alleging exposure to toxic fumes on Delta flight
A Temple University law professor alleges in a suit that he breathed in contaminated air on a Boeing craft, leaving him physically impaired.
Johnson's grip on the House slips as Republicans defy leadership
House Republicans have repeatedly defied Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership amid growing frustration over how he's led the fractious majority.
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
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Law prof sues Boeing, alleging exposure to toxic fumes on Delta flight
A Temple University law professor alleges in a suit that he breathed in contaminated air on a Boeing craft, leaving him physically impaired.
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
U.S. could owe businesses $168B if Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs
A ruling striking down emergency levies could force the federal government to return most of the tariff revenue it has collected this year, according to Penn Wharton.
Trump signs executive order to block "excessive" state AI regulations
President Trump has signed an executive order to block states from regulating artificial intelligence.
Bessent calls for overhaul of regulator that protects U.S. financial system
Treasury Secretary's proposal to revamp the Financial Stability Oversight Council would expose Americans to risk, critics say.
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Venezuela's Machado appears open to U.S. military pressure against Maduro
María Corina Machado, asked by CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Trump's threat of land strikes, said she'd "welcome more and more pressure" on Maduro.
Machado says she'll return to Venezuela "as soon as possible" despite risks
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado spent hours in rough seas during a dangerous secret trip to Oslo to accept the Nobel Peace Prize.
Johnson's grip on the House slips as Republicans defy leadership
House Republicans have repeatedly defied Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership amid growing frustration over how he's led the fractious majority.
Trump says leaders of Thailand, Cambodia agree again to stop fighting
"Both Countries are ready for PEACE and continued Trade with the United States of America," President Trump said on Truth Social.
Commander overseeing U.S. military forces in Caribbean relinquishes command early
Adm. Alvin Holsey relinquished command Friday in a ceremony at U.S. Southern Command headquarters after announcing early retirement amid U.S. buildup off of Venezuela.
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Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
Genesis HealthCare's bankruptcy case in Dallas will allow the nursing home chain to avoid paying millions of dollars it promised for residents who were injured or died while in its care.
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Venezuela's Machado appears open to U.S. military pressure against Maduro
María Corina Machado, asked by CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Trump's threat of land strikes, said she'd "welcome more and more pressure" on Maduro.
Machado says she'll return to Venezuela "as soon as possible" despite risks
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado spent hours in rough seas during a dangerous secret trip to Oslo to accept the Nobel Peace Prize.
King Charles says he'll scale back cancer treatment thanks to early diagnosis
King Charles III says that his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year because of early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctor's orders.
Trump says leaders of Thailand, Cambodia agree again to stop fighting
"Both Countries are ready for PEACE and continued Trade with the United States of America," President Trump said on Truth Social.
Divers discover 7,000-year-old undersea wall off coast of France
"Archaeologists did not expect to find such well-preserved structures in such a harsh setting," geologist Yves Fouquet said.
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King Charles says he'll scale back cancer treatment thanks to early diagnosis
King Charles III says that his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year because of early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctor's orders.
Director found guilty of scamming $11M from Netflix and buying luxury cars, mattresses
Carl Erik Rinsch, a Hollywood director, has been convicted on charges that he scammed Netflix out of $11 million for a show that never materialized.
Taylor Swift talks docuseries, favorite songs
Taylor Swift appeared on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" on Wednesday while promoting her upcoming docuseries. She spoke about her life after the Eras Tour, her favorite songs from her catalogue and who she turns to for advice.
"Waiting to Exhale" stars on 30th anniversary
The iconic movie "Waiting to Exhale," starring Angela Bassett, Whitney Houston, Loretta Devine and Lela Rochon premiered 30 years ago this month. The film, which had an all Black cast and focused on female empowerment, was a box office hit. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke with the stars of the film about the movie and what Houston would think.
Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
Singer-songwriter Sombr is up for Best New Artist of the Year at the Grammy Awards. He was the only writer on his debut album, "I Barely Know Her." He spoke to Anthony Mason about where his journey began and his whirlwind year.
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Trump targets state regulations for AI
President Trump signed an executive order Thursday that aims to prevent states from enforcing their own regulations on artificial intelligence. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump signs order to block state AI rules
Stocks dipped lower on Friday as tech and AI companies came under pressure from President Trump. He signed an executive order on Thursday to stop state regulation of artificial intelligence, arguing that a patchwork set of rules could hold the U.S. back from dominating the competition. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.
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.
How to use AI to protect against cyberattacks
Artificial intelligence is providing tools to help navigate cyberattacks. Adam Meyers, CrowdStrike's senior vice president of counter adversary operations, joins CBS News with advice.
Disney strikes deal with OpenAI
Disney announced Thursday that it would invest $1 billion in OpenAI and license more than 200 of its animated and illustrated characters to use in Sora's user-generated content. Jo Ling Kent has more.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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Jury deliberating in Brian Walshe murder trial
Jurors began deliberations Friday in Brian Walshe's murder trial. Walshe is accused of killing his wife Ana, a charge he denies. Legal analyst Jennifer Roman joins to discuss.
New Orleans jail escapee who was on the run for months sentenced to life in prison
Derrick Groves, 28, was sentenced Friday to two life sentences over a 2018 double murder, with the Louisiana judge rebuking him for the disruption caused by his five months on the run.
Epstein estate photos released
House Oversight Committee Democrats released several photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate ahead of a Dec. 19 deadline when more files related to the convicted sex offender's case are expected to emerge. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
Former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore charged
Sherrone Moore, who was recently fired from his head football coach position at the University of Michigan, appeared in court for his arraignment after being charged with several counts.
Officials announce shooting at high school
A man shot a student outside Stewartville High School in Minnesota on Friday morning, officials say. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
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"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
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The Uplift: Pint-sized politician
A pint-sized politician proves you are never too little to run a big campaign. David Begnaud catches up with the Agars, a father-son duo making history by competing together in triathlons. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
Trump targets state regulations for AI
President Trump signed an executive order Thursday that aims to prevent states from enforcing their own regulations on artificial intelligence. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Photos show Jeffrey Epstein's powerful circle
House Oversight Committee Democrats released photos Friday from the estate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Trump signs order to block state AI rules
Stocks dipped lower on Friday as tech and AI companies came under pressure from President Trump. He signed an executive order on Thursday to stop state regulation of artificial intelligence, arguing that a patchwork set of rules could hold the U.S. back from dominating the competition. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.
Jury deliberating in Brian Walshe murder trial
Jurors began deliberations Friday in Brian Walshe's murder trial. Walshe is accused of killing his wife Ana, a charge he denies. Legal analyst Jennifer Roman joins to discuss.