Teen gets accepted by all 8 Ivy League schools
"Education is essential for change, and I aspire to be that change," the 17-year-old high school senior says
Harvard
Harvard University aims to tackle ties to slavery head-on
Scholars present research on the topic and discuss how other colleges have confronted their connections to slavery
Rihanna accepts Harvard philanthropy award
Harvard University thinks Rihanna shines bright like a diamond when it comes to philanthropy
Police: Harvard officials stole $110,000 meant for disabled students
Police say two former administrators stole about $110,000 to buy laptops, iPads and more
Rihanna is named Harvard’s Humanitarian of the Year
Grammy Award-winning singer Rihanna is being honored by Harvard for her philanthropic efforts
Harvard scientists aim to bring back the woolly mammoth
The woolly mammoth went extinct thousands of years ago, but the story of the species may not be over
Martin Shkreli’s Harvard talk met with protests
The indicted former pharmaceutical CEO said he has a solution to high drug prices: “Trump should start a drug company”
Princeton cancels men's swim season over "vulgar" posts
The suspension is the third for an Ivy League team since November
Inequality is making it harder to achieve American Dream
“There’s growing inequality, so fewer kids are getting ahead of their parents," says one researcher
Top Trump and Clinton aides feud at Harvard forum
Tempers flare as Clinton's communications director accuses Trump team of giving white supremacists a "platform" during campaign
2 artworks in 1: Double-sided painting on display
A new exhibit of Max Pechstein’s “Still Life with Nude, Tile, and Fruit” takes viewers behind the scenes of the artist’s career -- and behind the painting itself
8th grader could graduate college before high school
He looks and sounds like a typical 13-year-old but math whiz is taking classes at Wheaton College and Harvard
Harvard investigating report men's x-country team created sexually explicit docs
News came after Harvard announced it is suspending its men’s soccer team for the rest of the season over sexual comments made about members of the women’s soccer team
Harvard men's soccer's lewd "scouting report" draws fire
Student newspaper finds document where 2012 men's soccer team rated attractiveness and made sexually explicit comments about female recruits
Nobel winner: U.S. economy "doing well"
Harvard economist Oliver Hart also weighs in on the presidential election, saying he hopes the "sane one wins"
Harvard, MIT economists win 2016 Nobel honor
British-born Oliver Hart, Bengt Holmstrom of Finland won for shedding light on how contracts help people deal with conflicting interests
Pam Grier, Jessye Norman win W.E.B. Dubois medals
The "Jackie Brown" star and the opera soprano are among those being honored for contributions to African-American culture
2016 Ig Nobel Prizes
The zany awards ceremony honors some of the quirkiest scientific achievements of the year
Harvard’s endowment shrinks by nearly $2B
It was the endowment’s worst performance since 2009 when it lost about $11 billion of value
Switching Teams
Lesley Stahl profiles Harvard swimmer Schuyler Bailar, who may be the first openly transgender male athlete to compete in a NCAA Division I men's sport
What's it like when your daughter becomes your son?
Lesley Stahl tells 60 Minutes Overtime what she learned from the parents of transgender swimmer Schuyler Bailar
Study finds toxic chemicals in U.S. drinking water
Harvard researchers say more than 6 million people are drinking water with unsafe levels of certain chemicals
The financial pain of middle- and low-income renters
More than 11 million households are shelling out half their income to make the rent, a record high
Could a parrot serve as witness in Michigan murder trial?
Weeks after Martin Duram was fatally shot, his African grey parrot apparently mimicked what may have been an argument before the shooting
Channing Tatum going to Harvard -- sort of
You're never too old -- or too famous -- to learn something new
ICE wasted millions in rapid push to expand detention capacity, watchdog finds
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
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U.S. military lays groundwork for potential action around Cuba
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
Trump welcomes China's Xi for state dinner at White House
President Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping as the world's two most powerful countries grapple with a rivalry over advanced AI.
Investigation
Commander rejected plans to rebase before deadly drone strike, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that despite warnings about the vulnerability of the outpost in Kuwait, a commander opted not to rebase farther from Iran.
GOP Sen. Thom Tillis on Trump-Xi visit: "It's a WTF moment"
The retiring North Carolina senator was critical of President Trump's reception of Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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Oil prices back up as U.S. and Iran trade threats to expand 7-month war
As Iran responds to Trump's threat of annihilation with its own warning of a possible "new front" in the war, global oil prices are rising again.
New Trump-focused "Love Me" ad campaign paid for by taxpayers hits airwaves
Ads promoting President Trump and paid for by American taxpayers are now airing on network and national cable.
Pentagon probing how shipment of F-35 fighter jet parts was diverted
The U.S. is trying to retrieve the parts, which were reported by Bloomberg News to be in China's possession.
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Trump to headline "Golden Age" event with top officials, tech executives
President Trump is slated to speak on Tuesday in Washington at an event that features Elon Musk, Jensen Huang and others, according to invitation materials reviewed by CBS News.
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ICE wasted millions in rapid push to expand detention capacity, watchdog finds
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
Abraham Accords countries hold first official meeting since Oct. 7 attacks
Ten blocks away from the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. diplomats quietly kickstarted the expansion of the Abraham Accords from the 43rd floor of a midtown Manhattan office tower.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Sept. 27)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Bob Pettit, NBA Hall of Famer and its first MVP, dies at 93
Bob Pettit was an All-American at LSU before going on to the NBA, where he was an All-Star for each of his 11 seasons, all with the Hawks. He led them to the 1958 championship over the mighty Boston Celtics, the Hawks' lone title.
Mistress testifies in trial of "American Idol" contestant charged in wife's murder
Caleb Flynn, a former "American Idol" contestant, is charged with killing his wife Ashley Flynn in February and then staging the crime scene.
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New bill would lower Social Security retirement age for some workers
Workers in physically demanding jobs should be able to collect full Social Security retirement benefits at age 60, a Michigan lawmaker says.
Why the bond market is freaking out, and what it means for your money
Investors are increasingly nervous about rising inflation, which could require the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates.
Mortgage rates are back above 7%. How much higher could they climb?
Rates are "far more likely to go up than down by the end of the year," a senior economist at Realtor.com told CBS News.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Small businesses roll the dice on Kalshi to manage their risks
Hundreds of small businesses are using the prediction market to hedge against a range of business risks, according to Kalshi. Here's how.
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U.S. military lays groundwork for potential action around Cuba
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
ICE wasted millions in rapid push to expand detention capacity, watchdog finds
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
Abraham Accords countries hold first official meeting since Oct. 7 attacks
Ten blocks away from the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. diplomats quietly kickstarted the expansion of the Abraham Accords from the 43rd floor of a midtown Manhattan office tower.
First on CBS
Trump to headline "Golden Age" event with top officials, tech executives
President Trump is slated to speak on Tuesday in Washington at an event that features Elon Musk, Jensen Huang and others, according to invitation materials reviewed by CBS News.
Investigation
Commander rejected plans to rebase before deadly drone strike, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that despite warnings about the vulnerability of the outpost in Kuwait, a commander opted not to rebase farther from Iran.
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Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
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Abraham Accords countries hold first official meeting since Oct. 7 attacks
Ten blocks away from the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. diplomats quietly kickstarted the expansion of the Abraham Accords from the 43rd floor of a midtown Manhattan office tower.
Investigation
Commander rejected plans to rebase before deadly drone strike, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that despite warnings about the vulnerability of the outpost in Kuwait, a commander opted not to rebase farther from Iran.
GOP Sen. Thom Tillis on Trump-Xi visit: "It's a WTF moment"
The retiring North Carolina senator was critical of President Trump's reception of Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Pentagon probing how shipment of F-35 fighter jet parts was diverted
The U.S. is trying to retrieve the parts, which were reported by Bloomberg News to be in China's possession.
Officer thwarted Ontario synagogue shooting despite life-threatening injuries
Constable Jeff Smith was shot several times, suffering wounds to his head and torso, but continued fending off the attack until a second officer arrived.
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Sylvester Stallone jokes about one of his wildest jobs before fame
Sylvester Stallone said he took a series of odd jobs to make ends meet before the bruised but unbowed Rocky Balboa.
Sylvester Stallone on cleaning lion cages
Sylvester Stallone took on a series of odd jobs to make ends meet before becoming a Hollywood legend. He tells correspondent Tracy Smith about one of his wildest gigs. Watch more of their conversation this weekend on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Kim Kardashian on "Team Moms: Baseball"
Kim Kardashian and the producers of "Love Island" teamed up to create "Team Moms: Baseball," a new reality show exploring the cutthroat world of elite kids' sports. Kim Kardashian and producer Natalie Ento sat down with "Entertainment Tonight" host Nischelle Turner to explain more.
First look at Taylor Swift's "Patient Zero"
"CBS Mornings" shares an exclusive first look at the video for Taylor Swift's new single, "Patient Zero."
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Taylor Swift to debut "Patient Zero" music video at VMAs. Watch a preview.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
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Andreessen Horowitz introduces AI school
The Horowitz Andreessen Academy is offering students a college alternative focused on artificial intelligence. CEO Gagan Biyani joins CBS News to discuss the revolutionary idea.
Rogue AI agent hacks government website
Australia says an OpenAI model hacked a government website containing health information. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
Will Trump and Xi take on AI during visit?
More details on alarming cases involving rogue AI models are emerging as President Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington, D.C. Meanwhile, calls for regulation are growing louder. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
OpenAI model hacked Australia healthcare site
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is fuming after an OpenAI model hacked a government website in June. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio breaks down the details on the historic attack.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Ex-N.C. State trainer accused of sexual abuse is arrested in Florida
Robert M. Murphy Jr. is accused of sexually abusing former Wolfpack male athletes under the guise of treatment.
Officer thwarted Ontario synagogue shooting despite life-threatening injuries
Constable Jeff Smith was shot several times, suffering wounds to his head and torso, but continued fending off the attack until a second officer arrived.
U.S. troops help Ecuador arrest dozens linked to ruthless cartel
The operation "was conducted jointly with U.S. troops and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)," Ecuador's interior minister said.
Police accused of misusing Flock cameras
Concerns are growing over the potential misuse of automated license plate readers. Five police officers in Indianapolis are the latest to face criminal charges for allegedly using Flock cameras to track romantic partners and others.
Accused Nazi POW camp guard, 105, being investigated in Germany
The man is "accused of being an accessory to multiple murders through his activities there," prosecutors said.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
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.
Summer music highlights of 2026
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.
Photos show 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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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
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Trump hosts Xi Jinping at White House; Sen. Thom Tillis on elaborate Trump-Xi visit.
Week 3 of NFL season kicks off
Week 3 of the NFL season kicks off on Thursday with the Atlanta Falcons heading to Wisconsin to face the Green Bay Packers. CBS Sports NFL analyst Mike Renner has more.
Trump's lavish state dinner for Xi underway
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed China's Xi Jinping and his wife to the White House for a state dinner on Thursday night. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand has the latest.
Legal expert on judge lifting Trump media ban
A judge temporarily halted President Trump's ban on three media outlets on Thursday, citing due process concerns. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the constitutional questions.