Biden on protecting the right to vote
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden said if Americans truly want to heal the soul of the nation, the right to vote must be protected. Watch his remarks and read more here.
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Watch: GOP response to Biden's address
Republican Senator Tim Scott delivered a speech responding to President Biden's first address before a joint session of Congress on Wednesday night. The response provided an opportunity for Scott, a rising star in the Republican Party, to outline an alternative to the president's ambitious legislative agenda. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Biden discusses crisis and opportunity
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden said America is "choosing truth over fear, light over darkness" and the country "is on the move again." Watch his remarks and read more here.
Biden on American Families Plan and education
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden launched into a pitch for his American Families Plan, a roughly $1.8 trillion investment in education for children and young adults and child care assistance. The plan calls for free preschool for 3-year-olds and 4-year-olds, regardless of their family income, as well as two years of free community college for all Americans. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Biden on taxes and building the economy
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden said it's time for large companies and wealthy Americans to pay their fair share of taxes. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Special Report: Biden marks Tulsa Race Massacre anniversary
President Biden marked the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre, one of the deadliest in U.S. history, when a White mob in 1921 murdered hundreds of African Americans and destroyed the area known as Black Wall Street. Mr. Biden also unveiled plans to help communities of color throughout the U.S. "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell anchors this CBS News Special Report from Washington with CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Karlos Hill, a professor at the University of Oklahoma and a board member for the Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Commission.
Special Report: Biden holds press conference
During a press conference at the end of the NATO summit in Brussels, President Biden spoke about his upcoming summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Mr. Biden was also asked about his assessment of the Republican Party, Ukraine's potential membership in NATO, and his meetings with world leaders. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett anchors a CBS News Special Report from Washington with reports from CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, who's traveling with the president, and CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer in London.
Biden on preserving democracy
President Biden wrapped his first speech to Congress by saying autocrats and skeptical nations look at America and think it's too divisive to succeed. "They look at the images of the mob that assaulted this Capitol as proof that the sun is setting on American democracy," the president said, referencing the assault on the U.S. Capitol on January 6. America has to "prove that democracy still works," he said. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Biden on raising minimum wage
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden explicitly called for a $15 federal minimum wage, although it's something Congress would need to enact. "No one working 40 hours a week should live below the poverty line," he said. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Biden says jobs can help curb climate crisis
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden focused on one word when discussing how America can meet the climate crisis: jobs. "There's no reason the blades for wind turbines can't be built in Pittsburgh instead of Beijing," Mr. Biden said. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Biden on health care and drug costs
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden addressed the U.S. health care system said it "should be a right, not a privilege in America." Mr. Biden also called out high prescription drug costs. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Biden speaks on global vaccine effort
On his first overseas trip since taking office, President Biden announced plans to donate 500 million doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to countries in need. CBS News' John Dickerson anchors our Special Report coverage with CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reporting from Cornwall, England, and senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe in Washington.
Biden touts COVID vaccination numbers
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden touted his administration's accomplishments in his first 100 days, particularly the number of COVID-19 vaccine shots that have been administered. He noted that 220 million shots have been provided, and said that 90% of Americans now live within five miles of a vaccination site. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Special Report: Biden calls on Cuomo to resign
During a Tuesday afternoon speech marking 110 million COVID vaccine doses sent abroad, President Biden also said he thought Andrew Cuomo should resign after an investigation found the New York governor sexually harassed multiple women. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett anchors this CBS News Special Report on Mr. Biden's remarks, and is joined by CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang.
Biden on child care and paid leave
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden said families shouldn't have to decide between a paycheck and taking care of their family. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Biden on impact of American Rescue Plan
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden talked about the impact of the American Rescue Plan, the stimulus package Congress passed and he signed into law to help stimulate the economy and fight the coronavirus. The package provided more than 160 million checks providing direct financial relief to Americans. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Kamala Harris' friends say vice president is fearless
Longtime friends of the former California senator say she has always stood firm in her beliefs and ambitions. Gayle King reports.
Watch: Biden gives first prime-time address
President Joe Biden on Thursday gave his first prime-time address to mark the one-year anniversary of the World Health Organization declaring COVID-19 a pandemic. Earlier in the day, the president signed the $1.9 trillion economic relief package. Watch his full speech.
Kenosha voters on Biden presidency
Even though Mr. Trump was not at the inauguration, he is still in the hearts and minds of many Americans who are having a hard time accepting President Joe Biden. Kenosha is a microcosm of a country divided. Erin Moriarty went back to visit some voters CBS News first met four years ago.
Children of immigrants on Biden administration
Four years ago when Donald Trump was about to become president, these children of immigrants in a Maryland suburb were fearful. Now, four years later, Peter Van Sant checks back in with them to see what happened and how their lives changed. With the country seemingly torn apart, have these children found hope in new leadership?
Cindy McCain touts Biden as "ready" for presidency
The widow of the late Senator John McCain endorsed Joe Biden during the campaign. She tells Norah O'Donnell that Mr. Biden is "the perfect person" to be president during this tumultuous time.
Biden on violence toward Asian Americans
In his first prime-time address to the nation, President Biden said vicious hate crimes against Asian Americans "must stop." Watch his remarks here.
Biden on COVID's devastating toll
In his first prime-time speech to the nation, President Biden addressed the devastating coronavirus pandemic and the toll it has taken on Americans. Watch his remarks here.
Biden on ramping up COVID vaccinations
In his first prime-time address to the nation, President Biden outlined his plan to accelerate COVID vaccinations for adults nationwide. Watch his remarks here.
Biden: National unity will help end pandemic
In his first prime-time address to the nation, President Biden urged Americans to continue following public health guidelines like wearing masks and social distancing to help put an end to the pandemic. Watch his remarks here.
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U.S., Iran hold first talks since June as Trump threatens annihilation
U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, rekindling diplomacy amid Trump's threat to "annihilate" the regime.
DOJ defends Trump media ban, citing national security and "professionalism"
The Justice Department claimed that reporting from CNN, MS NOW and Politico raises national security concerns and accused their journalists of failing to act with "professionalism and decorum."
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Ukraine ready to sign landmark drone defense deal with U.S., sources say
Sources tell CBS News that Ukraine is ready to sign a landmark drone defense deal with the U.S., as new details of Ukrainian technology helping defend U.S. bases in the Middle East come to light.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in New York sexual assault case
Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced movie mogul, was sentenced to 15 years in prison Wednesday morning for sexually assaulting Miriam Haley at his Manhattan apartment in 2006.
Wife of scholar detained in China wants Trump to press Xi to release him
Min Zin, a Myanmar scholar, has been held for more than 100 days at what human rights groups say is a "black site" in China.
Hurricane Polo a very powerful Category 4 storm off Mexico. See its path.
Hurricane Polo intensified rapidly in the Pacific off the southwestern Mexican coast, growing into a Category 5 storm before weakening slightly to a Category 4. Here's the latest on its path.
These GOP candidates in tight races are calling for a quick end to Iran war
Some Trump-aligned candidates are calling for an end to the Iran war, even as Trump stands by his Iran strategy and has suggested escalation is possible.
Should the U.S. raise payroll taxes to save Social Security?
Raising payroll taxes enough to stabilize Social Security could add thousands of dollars in annual costs, according to one analysis.
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.
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Chris Spatola, basketball analyst and Mike Krzyzewski's son-in-law, dies at 47
Spatola played basketball for the U.S. Military Academy and later coached on legendary Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski's staff.
These GOP candidates in tight races are calling for a quick end to Iran war
Some Trump-aligned candidates are calling for an end to the Iran war, even as Trump stands by his Iran strategy and has suggested escalation is possible.
El Niño could cause 451,000 more heat deaths compared to normal year, group says
Researchers project nearly half a million more heat-related deaths from June 2026 to February 2027 compared with a typical year, as a result of El Niño.
Should the U.S. raise payroll taxes to save Social Security?
Raising payroll taxes enough to stabilize Social Security could add thousands of dollars in annual costs, according to one analysis.
Shipwreck, apparent human remains found 7 years after boat sank in Atlantic
The nonprofit Green Oceans asked the Coast Guard to reopen an investigation that had classified the F/V Mistress as lost.
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Should the U.S. raise payroll taxes to save Social Security?
Raising payroll taxes enough to stabilize Social Security could add thousands of dollars in annual costs, according to one analysis.
Mortgage rates top 7% for the first time since May 2024
As rates climb, more buyers are seeking riskier adjustable-rate mortgages, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Meta's Muse shopping agent is a hit, as AI commerce starts to take off
Meta's new AI tool now ranks at the top of the App Store. Some retail experts see a "natural evolution from search."
Andreessen Horowitz launches AI school as college alternative
One of Silicon Valley's most prominent venture investors is gearing its new tech academy toward aspiring entrepreneurs focused on building AI.
3 guys hacked OpenAI using a rival Anthropic model. Here's what to know.
Cybersecurity researchers from a small firm called Hacktron in India broke into OpenAI, showing how vulnerable frontier labs are.
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These GOP candidates in tight races are calling for a quick end to Iran war
Some Trump-aligned candidates are calling for an end to the Iran war, even as Trump stands by his Iran strategy and has suggested escalation is possible.
DOJ defends Trump media ban, citing national security and "professionalism"
The Justice Department claimed that reporting from CNN, MS NOW and Politico raises national security concerns and accused their journalists of failing to act with "professionalism and decorum."
Wife of scholar detained in China wants Trump to press Xi to release him
Min Zin, a Myanmar scholar, has been held for more than 100 days at what human rights groups say is a "black site" in China.
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U.S., Iran hold first talks since June as Trump threatens annihilation
U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, rekindling diplomacy amid Trump's threat to "annihilate" the regime.
Redrawn Missouri congressional map lands before Supreme Court for third time
The fight over Missouri's congressional map returned to the U.S. Supreme Court for a third time after an appeals court ordered the revival of new districts backed by President Trump.
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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.
Her postpartum symptoms wouldn't go away. A brain tumor was to blame.
Lisa Fasone's first pregnancy went smoothly. Then a rare health condition put her dreams of a second child on hold.
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6 people killed in bear attacks in Siberia: "Under siege"
Prosecutors said they opened a probe into criminal negligence, accusing local officials of failing to control bear numbers.
El Niño could cause 451,000 more heat deaths compared to normal year, group says
Researchers project nearly half a million more heat-related deaths from June 2026 to February 2027 compared with a typical year, as a result of El Niño.
Wife of scholar detained in China wants Trump to press Xi to release him
Min Zin, a Myanmar scholar, has been held for more than 100 days at what human rights groups say is a "black site" in China.
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U.S., Iran hold first talks since June as Trump threatens annihilation
U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, rekindling diplomacy amid Trump's threat to "annihilate" the regime.
Ancient wall found under Paris hotel could confirm origins of city
The wall dating from the Gallo-Roman period was discovered beneath a hotel on the Île de la Cité, a stone's throw from Notre Dame Cathedral.
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Zibby Owens on living "between chapters"
Zibby Owens sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new book "Between Chapters: How I Started Over, Took Some Chances, and Found the Plot ."
"Lioness" star Michael Kelly on new season
"Lioness" actor Michael Kelly sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss the highly anticipated third season of the series.
Dolly Parton's estate in feud with her nephew
Dolly Parton's estate has accused her nephew, Bryan Seaver, of extortion. Seaver, who announced the singer's death last month, was also fired as her head of security. Adriana Diaz reports.
Taylor Swift announces new song out this week
Taylor Swift announced she's releasing a new song, "Patient Zero," on Friday. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Details on Hayden Panettiere's cause of death
Hayden Panettiere died of an accidental overdose involving fentanyl, the coroner's office said in its autopsy report. Lillia Luciano reports.
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Trump to meet with China's XI over AI
President Trump has downplayed the threat posed by artificial intelligence amid growing calls for AI regulation. MIT professor and artificial intelligence expert Max Tegmark weighs in on Mr. Trump's planned meeting with China's Xi Jinping.
How a "swarm" of AI agents hacked a company
Experts are worried about the dangers of "swarms" of AI models coming together to accomplish a complex task for nefarious reasons. CBS News' Megan Cerullo breaks down what this means.
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.
Downloads surge for Meta's new AI agent Muse
Meta's new AI personal assistant, Muse, has reached the top of the U.S. App Store charts, surpassing competitor ChatGPT. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten details how the app's popularity is helping Meta play catch-up in the AI race.
Trump rejects calls to rein in AI
At the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday, President Trump told world leaders that the U.S. rejects efforts to rein in artificial intelligence. Stephen Witt, a journalist focused on AI, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
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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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Call for Trump Jr., Hunter Biden probe
Some Republican senators want an investigation into the business dealings of both Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden. CBS News' Nancy Cordes explains why.
Nolan Wells' family demands answers
An attorney for the family of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells is calling for the Department of Justice to step in after a grand jury declined to charge anyone in his drowning death. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in New York sexual assault case
Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced movie mogul, was sentenced to 15 years in prison Wednesday morning for sexually assaulting Miriam Haley at his Manhattan apartment in 2006.
Concerns over kids' safety getting off the bus
When a school bus stops to pick up kids, the other cars on the road are supposed to stop with it. But thousands of times a day, they do not. As Mark Strassmann reports, some areas have found a way to crack down.
Hayden Panettiere cause of death revealed
Actress Hayden Panettiere died from an accidental overdose of fentanyl and several other drugs, according to a coroner in South Carolina. Lilia Luciano reports.
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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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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.
Bone Loss: A Silent Disease
About half of women over the age of 50 experience bone density loss, but most don't even know they have a problem. That's why Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein calls it a "silent disease." Dr. Wittstein has been at the forefront of understanding how joint pain and joint health evolve over a woman's lifetime. She tells Norah how you can reverse bone loss and what impact hormones have on bone density.
White South Africans to be U.S. refugees
The Trump administration says it will allow up to 17,500 refugees to migrate to the U.S. in 2027, despite closing most of the U.S. refugee program, which is meant for those fleeing persecution and violence abroad. President Trump says those refugee spots will "primarily" go to white Afrikaners, who he claims are oppressed. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Call for Trump Jr., Hunter Biden probe
Some Republican senators want an investigation into the business dealings of both Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden. CBS News' Nancy Cordes explains why.
Latest on Trump's tiff with news outlets
President Trump has barred journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico from entering the White House grounds. CBS News legal contributor Katrina Kaufman explains more.