Simone Biles named to "Time 100" as she testifies about sexual abuse
Simone Biles was recognized as one of Time's most influential people of the year for being a "shining example" of strength.
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Simone Biles was recognized as one of Time's most influential people of the year for being a "shining example" of strength.
"Regardless of what she decides to do, if she decides to go on to try and make the Paris Olympics ... she really is setting that bar and really just being the best role model out there," Nastia Liukin said of Simone Biles.
U.S. gymnast Simone Biles won the bronze medal in the balance beam final at the Tokyo Olympics. It was the first event she has participated in since withdrawing from other events last week, citing her mental well-being. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joins CBSN AM from Tokyo to discuss.
"At the end of the day, people don't understand what we are going through," Biles told reporters.
Carey is the third consecutive American to take gold in the event.
Team USA confirmed Simone Biles will be competing in the individual balance beam final at the Olympics. Also, U.S. shot putter Raven Saunders made a podium protest after winning a silver medal. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joins CBSN AM from Tokyo to discuss the latest.
Caeleb Dressel won a record-breaking gold in the 100 meter butterfly, while Elaine Thompson-Herah broke a world record in the 100 meter race. Katie Ledecky closed out her games with another gold in 800 meter freestyle. Team USA is now focused on gymnastics and counting on MyKayla Skinner and Sunisa Lee in the competition. Jamie Yuccas reports.
"I don't think you realize how dangerous this is on hard/competition surface," she said of having the twisties. "Nor do I have to explain why I put my health first. Physical health is mental health."
Lee's dad John, who was paralyzed in 2019, has always been his daughter's biggest supporter.
The U.S. has extended its medal count lead with 38 medals in the Tokyo Olympics, followed by China with 31. Eighteen-year-old gymnast Sunisa Lee brought home gold in the women’s all-around, becoming the fifth straight American to win the event. Jamie Yuccas has the latest.
Suni Lee became the fifth straight American woman to claim the Olympic title in the women's gymnastics all-around.
Biles took to social media to thank the gymnastics community for the "outpouring" of love and support she has received since withdrawing from competition.
Simone Biles has brought mental health to the forefront of the Tokyo Olympics by withdrawing from several events. Jamie Yuccas has more on the response to the gymnastics superstar's decision.
On Thursday, Jade Carey will compete for gold — as a replacement for Simone Biles, who withdrew to focus on her mental health.
The gymnastics superstar withdrew to focus on her mental well-being, USA Gymnastics said.
Gymnastics superstar Simone Biles shocked fans when she abruptly pulled out of the Tokyo Olympics team finals. Jamie Yuccas has the details.
Superstar gymnast Simone Biles is out of the team finals at the Tokyo Olympics. A statement from USA Gymnastics said, "Simone has withdrawn from the team final competition due to a medical issue. She will be assessed daily to determine medical clearance for future competitions." At this point, Biles could still compete in the individual event competitions.
"I know I brush it off and make it seem like pressure doesn't affect me but damn sometimes it's hard," Biles said after making several errors during qualifiers.
The gymnast has said Tokyo will be her last Olympic Games.
"You have all brought me to tears," Skinner said in a tweet. "Thanks for being my biggest cheerleaders!"
"The aim is to present aesthetically — without feeling uncomfortable," said the German Gymnastics Federation.
The 18-year-old said she chose to end her floor routine with the tribute to highlight equality and treating others with respect and dignity.
4 days before the opening ceremony, the entire South African soccer team is locked down, U.S. tennis star Coco Gauff is out, and the Japanese are nervous.
A scathing report released Wednesday by the Justice Department blames the FBI for failing to investigate and stop Larry Nassar, the former USA Gymnastics team doctor who sexually assaulted at least 250 women and girls. Former Team USA gymnast and three-time national champion Jessica Howard joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her thoughts on the report after first sharing her story of abuse by Nassar with CBS's 60 Minutes more than four years ago.
Jessica Howard testified to Congress and was one of more than 200 women who gave impact statements at Larry Nassar's trial.
Tehran said Monday it had no plans to hold direct talks with the U.S., despite President Trump's claim that a "deal is imminent."
The order came after Republican senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn threatened to block Todd Blanche's confirmation for Attorney General if the fund was not rescinded in writing.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown called the wildfires burning through the area the "worst natural disaster our region has faced."
Morocco is blaming a massive surge of migrants into Ceuta on various factors, including "malicious exploitation of digital platforms" and the spread of misleading information.
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno of Ohio said his former son-in-law, Rep. Max Miller, shouldn't serve in Congress amid swirling abuse claims, as Miller vowed to stay in the race for another term and strongly denied all allegations of misconduct.
The Senate is moving ahead with a plan to keep the government funded and avoid another shutdown before the midterm elections.
Zac Brown Band celebrated their 15th straight sold-out concert at Fenway Park in Boston by giving everyone a free vacation on a cruise ship.
The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Chad Williams, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
The Senate is moving ahead with a plan to keep the government funded and avoid another shutdown before the midterm elections.
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
The order came after Republican Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn threatened to block Blanche's confirmation for Attorney General if the fund was not rescinded in writing.
Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur's office said the congresswoman was a passenger and she was on her way to a church service when her vehicle was struck on Sunday.
GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno of Ohio said his former son-in-law, Rep. Max Miller, shouldn't serve in Congress amid swirling abuse claims, as Miller vowed to stay in the race for another term and strongly denied all allegations of misconduct.
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
WestJet canceled more than 300 flights as of early Sunday, snarling travel plans in Canada in the middle of a three-day weekend.
New poll explores what people wish corporate leaders understood about economic life in the U.S. today.
The families of four children who died by suicide allege that using social media led to depression, anxiety and other mental health problems.
A growing number of U.S. states are seeking to crack down on prediction markets, but face pushback from federal regulators.
The Senate is moving ahead with a plan to keep the government funded and avoid another shutdown before the midterm elections.
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
The order came after Republican Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn threatened to block Blanche's confirmation for Attorney General if the fund was not rescinded in writing.
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur's office said the congresswoman was a passenger and she was on her way to a church service when her vehicle was struck on Sunday.
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
Megan Kaverman's weight gain, fatigue, high blood pressure and other symptoms were dismissed for years before she was diagnosed with a rare heart disease.
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly 6 years in prison for deceiving customers and selling products adulterated with steroids, citing a "trail of harm." Adam Yamaguchi reports.
The Department of Justice in June issued a legal opinion saying states aren't required to provide services that help people with disabilities remain in their homes.
If confirmed by the full Senate, Dr. Erica Schwartz would become the 22nd director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
It is believed that 30 to 40% of the 50 remains so far discovered at the site were children.
Morocco is blaming a massive surge of migrants into Ceuta on various factors, including "malicious exploitation of digital platforms" and the spread of misleading information.
Tehran said Monday it had no plans to hold direct talks with the U.S., despite President Trump's claim that a "deal is imminent."
Police say the suspect transported the body to an abandoned site in a suitcase and subsequently used her bank cards to withdraw money.
The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 2, 2026.
Actor Paul W. Downs talks with "CBS Mornings" about the final season of "Hacks" and reveals if there could be a spinoff of the popular series. Downs also describes what it was like to tell his co-star Meg Stalter that she was nominated for an Emmy Award.
The 2027 Met Gala is already causing controversy for its plan to feature John Galliano, who is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs. Galliano's legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments, which he has since apologized for. CBS News fashion contributor Lauren Sherman speaks with "CBS Mornings" about Galliano's work, legacy and the Met Gala's controversial decision.
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
Zac Brown Band celebrated their 15th straight sold-out concert at Fenway Park in Boston by giving everyone a free vacation on a cruise ship.
Actress Scarlett Johansson has played many roles in her career – and now, the Tony-winner and two-time Oscar-nominee has taken on another: launching her new line of products, called The Outset, designed for people with sensitive skin (like hers). She talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her skin struggles, and how husband Colin Jost has been a "guinea pig" for her products. (Originally broadcast April 12, 2026.)
Lauryn Williams, the deputy director and senior fellow of the Strategic Technologies Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss the U.S. probe into Iran possibly targeting water systems in Michigan and Minnesota.
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
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.
ChatGPT maker OpenAI revealed that its technology hacked into another AI company on its own during internal testing. Hugging Face CEO Clement Delangue, whose company was hacked, described the "very weird and unprecedented" incident in an interview on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" -- and offered suggestions on how future incidents could be prevented.
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications of such facilities in their backyards, are fighting back. "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa examines the drive to construct AI data centers, and the debate between opponents and AI advocates. (Originally broadcast April 12, 2026.)
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Six months after Nancy Guthrie went missing, the Pima County, Arizona, sheriff has released two ransom notes, including one that claims Guthrie died "shortly after she was taken." Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Officials say three people were killed and seven were injured in a shooting at an In-N-Out in Idaho over the weekend. Officials believe the shooter acted alone and are investigating possible motives. Lilia Luciano reports.
The investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is still "very active," Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said after two ransom notes were released. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Police say the suspect transported the body to an abandoned site in a suitcase and subsequently used her bank cards to withdraw money.
New details are emerging about this weekend's deadly mass shooting at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho. At least three people were killed in the attack and seven others wounded. Lindsey Reiser reports.
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinded the $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund" ahead of his possible Senate confirmation. CBS News' Nikole Killion has the latest.
Lauryn Williams, the deputy director and senior fellow of the Strategic Technologies Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss the U.S. probe into Iran possibly targeting water systems in Michigan and Minnesota.
Investigators are looking into whether Iran was behind cyberattacks on public water systems in at least seven states. Officials in Michigan and Minnesota say their water systems are operating safely after the attacks. CBS News cybersecurity expert and analyst Chris Krebs explains what to know.
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shows how the small town of Ogunquit, Maine, rallied around a 6-year-old girl when local code enforcement officials told the girl's family to take a flock of tin roosters off their property.
Dangerous wildfires are tearing through the Northwest, forcing thousands of people to evacuate. The fast-moving fires have already destroyed hundreds of homes. Kris Van Cleave reports.