Jim Gaffigan on his non-existent plans for the summer
It's summer, a time to relax. So, why is everyone intent on making plans, for trips far away from home? Comedian Jim Gaffigan, who likes to avoid stress, questions the logic of this.
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You have summer plans? Jim Gaffigan does not
It's summer, a time to relax. So, why is everyone intent on making plans, for trips far away from home? Comedian Jim Gaffigan, who likes to avoid stress, questions the logic of this.
Jim Gaffigan on Father's Day for men without kids
Every third Sunday in June all the men who have generously taken on the role of dad in some child's life are honored with coffee mugs, neckties, and barbeque equipment. For all the men who do not have children, don't feel left out; comedian Jim Gaffigan has a message for you.
On Father's Day Jim Gaffigan ponders the peculiar lives of childless men
Every third Sunday in June all the men who have generously taken on the role of dad in some child's life are honored with coffee mugs, neckties, and BBQ equipment. For men who do not have children, don't feel left out; comedian Jim Gaffigan has a message for you.
Jim Gaffigan: From laughs to ZZZs
The comedian has learned that his routines can be useful for children having trouble falling asleep. It's not the kind of affirmation he was looking for.
Jim Gaffigan's straight talk about the Christmas season
It's December, it's cold and crowded, and comedian Jim Gaffigan chafes at the obligation to greet others with "Happy Holidays!" He'd rather be honest.
Jim Gaffigan: This is NOT "the most wonderful time of the year"
It's December, it's cold and crowded, and comedian Jim Gaffigan chafes at the obligation to greet others with "Happy Holidays!" He'd rather be honest.
Jim Gaffigan on politicians with their hands out
The comedian says he's being obsessively stalked by the Democratic and Republican Parties, who have one thing in mind.
Jim Gaffigan on the incessant texts from politicians asking for money
The comedian says he's being obsessively stalked by the Democratic and Republican Parties, who have one thing in mind.
Jim Gaffigan is baffled by pumpkins
The comedian says October, officially "pumpkin season," is the strangest of all made-up seasons – and that "pumpkin spice" isn't what you think it is.
Jim Gaffigan: The horrors of older kids
After years of standup in which he's complained about his five young children, comedian Jim Gaffigan has discovered something truly terrifying: being the father of five older children.
Jim Gaffigan on what the Super Bowl really means
The "Sunday Morning" commentator opines on today's very American holiday – a mix of blood-pumping patriotism, violence and commercials, enhanced with foods we actually enjoy.
Jim Gaffigan on the New Year
The comedian's oldest child is almost a high school graduate – which means time is playing tricks on us.
Jim Gaffigan on 2022: The future is here!
The comedian's oldest child is almost a high school graduate – which means time is playing tricks on us.
Jim Gaffigan on celebrating Jesus' birthday
The comedian ponders the evolution of the holiday season, which started with one man's birth, and now involves indoor trees and door-to-door singers.
Jim Gaffigan: What would Jesus want for his birthday?
The comedian ponders the evolution of the holiday season, which started with one man's birth, and now involves indoor trees and door-to-door singers.
Jim Gaffigan on aging "gracefully"
The comedian discusses his less-than-graceful attainment of years, and its effects on his knees.
Jim Gaffigan on the perils of aging gracefully
The comedian discusses his less-than-graceful attainment of years, and its effects on his knees.
Jim Gaffigan: Quarantine Week 5 sanity check
“Sunday Morning” gets a status report on comedian Jim Gaffigan's quarantine with his wife and five messy children.
Jim Gaffigan: Are we naïve to believe it's over?
The comedian refuses to say WHAT it is he hopes is "over" (so as not to jinx anything), but he's optimistic that the thing is over.
Jim Gaffigan: Are we naïve to believe it's over?
The comedian refuses to say WHAT it is he hopes is "over" (so as not to jinx anything), but he's optimistic that the thing is over.
Jim Gaffigan picks his favorite child
The comedian reveals a secret no father should ever admit: parents do have favorites. But his is a surprise.
Jim Gaffigan, father of five, picks his favorite
The comedian reveals a secret no father should ever admit: parents DO have favorites. But his is a surprise.
Jim Gaffigan's Canada
Thinking of leaving for Canada if your presidential candidate is defeated? Comedian Jim Gaffigan has some thoughts about that.
It pays to go to school
Jim Gaffigan is baffled that anyone goes to school when they aren't being paid, let alone that people pay to go to school. He's so confused by the notion, he's come up with an alternative that would likely boost college enrollment all over the country. Gaffigan shares his thoughts on why he thinks people should get paid to go to school.
Dolly Parton, country music legend, dies at 80 after brief cancer battle
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
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Scores killed, Americans among hundreds missing after Nepal flash floods
Flash floods tore through a valley in Nepal, sweeping away villages and hundreds of tourists, with Americans among the missing, authorities say.
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Sen. Darline Graham projected to win runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary
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Meta settles social media addiction suit with states for $17 billion
Meta agreed to pay $17 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
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Trump hasn't decided on Leavitt's replacement as press secretary, sources say
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Enes Kanter Freedom banned from home games of WNBA's Chicago Sky
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Secrets of the gut microbiome and how it impacts our long-term brain health
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Meta settles social media addiction suit with states for $17 billion
Meta agreed to pay $17 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
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Ontario's Doug Ford says Trump is "treating us like we're Communist China"
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Survey pinpoints the behavior on planes that people find most annoying
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Musk's SpaceX announces $100 billion plan for new spaceport in Louisiana
Elon Musk's space company plans to spend $100 billion to build a new spaceport in Louisiana to launch rockets, state officials and the company announced.
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President Trump hasn't settled on a replacement for White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, whose last day is Friday, according to administration officials close to the situation.
Man with Sen. Dan Sullivan's name advances from Alaska U.S. Senate primary
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3 Secret Service officials put on leave amid probe into "potential misconduct"
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Sen. Darline Graham projected to win runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary
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Trump and Kennedy's health industry deals are at risk of vanishing
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8-year-old girl dies from brain-eating amoeba infection in Louisiana
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Prince Harry and Meghan returning to the U.K. today, BBC News reports
Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are returning to the U.K. from California today, six years after their tumultuous departure, the BBC reports.
Scores killed, Americans among hundreds missing after Nepal flash floods
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U.S. military attacks alleged drug-smuggling boat in Caribbean, killing 4
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Lauren Alaina remembers Dolly Parton
Country star Lauren Alaina joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about Dolly Parton's impact on her career, the best advice she received from the music icon and why she was beloved.
Dolly Parton's country music legacy
Country music singer and beloved humanitarian Dolly Parton died at age 80. CBS News' Nicole Valdes takes a look at her legacy and impact on the music industry.
Dolly Parton's influence on female artists
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"9 to 5" musical audience gasped at news of Dolly Parton's death
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Honoring Dolly Parton's generous spirit
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Ring announces new privacy measures
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
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Final witnesses speak in Lindsay Clancy trial
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A deadly flash flood swept over a valley in Nepal, killing at least 31 people, according to local authorities. Nearly 400 people, including American tourists, are listed as missing. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
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Dolly Parton's country music legacy
Country music singer and beloved humanitarian Dolly Parton died at age 80. CBS News' Nicole Valdes takes a look at her legacy and impact on the music industry.