Presidential pets: JFK's canine détente
When Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev presented a gift to the Kennedys – a dog named Pushinka, whose parents were Soviet space dogs – it set tongues (and tails) wagging
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Biden to become only the second Catholic president
The president-elect spoke to Pope Francis on Thursday.
Presidential debates: When the whole world is watching
John Dickerson of "60 Minutes" on what televised debates tell us about the weight of the job – and about the candidates themselves.
The limo carrying President John F. Kennedy when he was assassinated continued to be used by the three next presidents and now sits in repose at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Mich.
The limo carrying President John F. Kennedy when he was assassinated continued to be used by the three next presidents and now sits in repose at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Mich. Dean Reynolds reports.
Actor Billy Crystal, author Gay Talese, and historian Doris Kearns Goodwin offer their memories of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, and their thoughts on what his death meant for his legacy and for a stunned nation.
Actor Billy Crystal, author Gay Talese, and historian Doris Kearns Goodwin offer their memories of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, and their thoughts on what his death meant for his legacy and for a stunned nation.
The University of Virginia has given CBS News access to newly enhanced Dallas police recordings that tell the story of the day President John F. Kennedy was assassinated
The University of Virginia has given CBS News access to newly enhanced Dallas police recordings that tell the story of the day President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. The primitive dictabelt recordings convey each moment of that fateful day. Bob Schieffer reports.
Caroline Kennedy was sworn in as the U.S. ambassador to Japan in a private ceremony at the State Department, nearly 50 years after her father, President John F. Kennedy, was assassinated
Caroline Kennedy was sworn in as the U.S. ambassador to Japan in a private ceremony at the State Department, nearly 50 years after her father, President John F. Kennedy, was assassinated. Margaret Brennan reports.
Jean Kennedy Smith, JFK's last surviving sibling, has died
As ambassador to Ireland she played a role in the Northern Ireland peace process.
Detective who was handcuffed to Lee Harvey Oswald dies
A man who was in one of the most famous photographs in U.S. history. Detective James Leavelle was handcuffed to Lee Harvey Oswald when he was shot. John Dickerson takes a look back at that infamous moment.
"A Kennedy is a Kennedy": Joe Kennedy launches Senate challenge
The 38-year-old Kennedy scion is challenging Senator Ed Markey
RFK granddaughter wrote moving essay about struggle with depression
Saoirse Kennedy Hill was found dead at the family compound on Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Jeff Bezos and Caroline Kennedy on the future of space exploration
Bezos and Kennedy sat down with "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell ahead of the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11
Nancy Pelosi named recipient of Profile in Courage Award
The JFK Library Foundation honor, which has been called the Nobel Prize for public figures, is given for an act, or a lifetime, of political courage
JFK's space legacy & Trump's new moonshot
In the new book "American Moonshot: John F. Kennedy and the Great Space Race," historian Douglas Brinkley takes a closer look at America's first space missions and how the Kennedy administration changed space exploration. Brinkley joins CBSN to discuss JFK's legacy and why the Trump administration is now pushing for a new moonshot.
Historian on the story behind JFK's "great space race"
Douglas Brinkley is telling the backstory of the mission in his new book, "American Moonshot"
Christine Blasey Ford nominated for Profile in Courage Award
"She is an inspiration to us all," tweeted Congresswoman Jackie Speier
"Mobituaries": The other Kennedy
Comedian Vaughn Meader's impersonation of JFK made "The First Family" the most-talked-about album in the country, until the day shots were fired in Dallas
The assassination of JFK 55 years later
Thanksgiving Day marks 55 years since President John F. Kennedy was shot and killed. Larry Sabato, director of the University of Virginia's Center for Politics and author of "The Kennedy Half-Century: The Presidency, Assassination, and Lasting Legacy of John F. Kennedy," joined CBSN to discuss the 35th president of the United States.
Ex-agent who tried to shield Kennedys in Dallas motorcade to receive high honor
Former Secret Service Agent Clint Hill used his body to shield first lady Jacqueline Kennedy in Dallas in 1963
JFK’s rocking chair, other iconic memorabilia up for grabs
Items up for grabs include a charcoal drawing of JFK done as a study for the slain president's official White House portrait
What would a new Air Force One look like under Trump?
The president is reportedly considering changing the iconic blue and white color scheme
The latest on the troubled Obamacare rollout and NSA surveillance. Plus, a new look at the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy
The latest on the troubled Obamacare rollout and NSA surveillance with Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., and others. Plus, a new look at the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy.
Reporter who witnessed Oswald shooting dead at 86
Mickey Carroll was just feet away from Jack Ruby when he shot Lee Harvey Oswald
New batch of JFK documents released
The National Archives released 13,213 more documents related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy
JFK files include explosive FBI report on Martin Luther King Jr.
The FBI prepared a secret 20-page analysis of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. a month before he was assassinated
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Iran says it's up to Trump to choose between diplomacy or war
As the war with Iran hits the 7-month mark, Trump tells Axios he expects talks to resume despite neither side signaling willingness to change demands.
Cornell fraternity rape investigation will be reopened, DA says
The investigation into an alleged rape at Cornell University in 2024 will be reopened, authorities said Monday.
SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
Russia hammers Ukraine's capital with major daytime drone strike
A wave of Russian strikes hit Ukraine Monday, killing at least 7 people, including a woman hit by a daytime strike on the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv.
5 arrested near base used by U.S. on suspicion of preparing terrorist act
Police say five U.K. nationals were arrested near RAF Fairford air base in England, which U.S. forces have used to launch airstrikes on Iran since the start of the war.
Sen. John Fetterman says it's "entirely possible" Democrats take back Senate
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania said that it's "entirely possible" his party wins control of the Senate in the midterm elections, while leaving the door open on his own political future.
2026 MTV VMAs highlights include Madonna, Taylor Swift
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
Nor'easter winding down after hitting parts of East Coast hard
The storm brought heavy rain, flooding and destructive winds to the Northeast.
Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestler known as "Pac," dies at 40
Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide, was known as "Pac."
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Cornell fraternity rape investigation will be reopened, DA says
The investigation into an alleged rape at Cornell University in 2024 will be reopened, authorities said Monday.
SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
Nvidia announces security system to stop AI agents from going rogue
Nvidia said more than 100 organizations are using the platform, which it says could have stopped the Hugging Face hack by OpenAI agents.
Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made food safety a concern of voters.
2026 MTV VMAs highlights include Madonna, Taylor Swift
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
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Nvidia announces security system to stop AI agents from going rogue
Nvidia said more than 100 organizations are using the platform, which it says could have stopped the Hugging Face hack by OpenAI agents.
YouTube, the new path to Hollywood for filmmakers
Two of Hollywood's biggest hits this year – "Obsession" and "Backrooms," horror films with tiny budgets directed by YouTube creators – have studios searching for other social media-savvy talent, making YouTube a valuable new kind of film school.
TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
How GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are changing fast-food menus
Chipotle, McDonald's and Shake Shack are among the restaurant chains revamping their menus as more consumers go on weight-loss drugs.
Ready or not, here come the AI gadgets, from "charms" to smart speakers
Meta, Microsoft and other major tech companies are developing a range of AI products for consumers, from wearables to speakers.
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Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made food safety a concern of voters.
Sen. Kennedy urges Trump to focus on affordability ahead of midterm elections
Kennedy also weighed in on a new ad campaign extolling the president, saying no official "should spend public money on private ads for themselves."
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 27, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Alexander Yui, Taiwan representative to the U.S., join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Sen. John Kennedy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 27, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. John Kennedy, Republican of Louisiana, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 27, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Jim Himes on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 27, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jim Himes, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 27, 2026.
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Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made food safety a concern of voters.
Teen's headache reveals family health risk: "Saving people's lives"
Minutes into a run, Caroline McCaffrey was struck with a massive headache. The resulting medical journey would reveal a family risk for a dangerous condition.
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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Russia hammers Ukraine's capital with major daytime drone strike
A wave of Russian strikes hit Ukraine Monday, killing at least 7 people, including a woman hit by a daytime strike on the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv.
Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestler known as "Pac," dies at 40
Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide, was known as "Pac."
U.S.-bound flight makes emergency landing due to smoke
The jet was on a flight from Barcelona to Boston with 296 passengers when it was diverted, media reports said.
Accused drug lord "The Spider" extradited to U.S. from Colombia
Geovany Andres Rojas, who faces drug trafficking and terrorism charges in the U.S., had been protected from extradition by former Colombian President Gustavo Petro,
Rescue teams search for 12 people missing after deadly Nepal avalanche
An avalanche in northern Nepal has killed at least four people, with a search underway for 12 others still missing.
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VMA performance highlights
Vlad Duthiers and Denny Directo break down the most iconic performances from Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, which included performances by Madonna, Shaboozey, Raye and more.
2026 MTV VMAs highlights include Madonna, Taylor Swift
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
The New Season: Fall 2026 - The most anticipated new movies, music, TV and more
Be on the lookout for these new entertainment offerings in the coming months, from screens to the stage, from music to the page.
The New Season: Fall 2026 – Movies, TV and more
Be on the lookout for these new entertainment offerings in the coming months, from movies, TV and streaming, to live theater and the bookstore.
Sylvester Stallone on the fight to make "Rocky"
Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor who wrote the perfect script for himself – and refused to sell it unless he played the title role. He talks about his new memoir, "The Steps," that recounts his rocky road to fame before and after "Rocky."
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Scale of rogue AI incidents explodes
The rogue AI incidents under investigation could number in the tens of thousands, according to new reporting by Axios' Madison Mills. The senior artificial intelligence reporter joins CBS News with more details.
OpenAI hack raises more security concerns
OpenAI revealed last week that its AI models went rogue and hacked into U.S. government websites, sparking more concern over security against the technology. Madison Mills, a senior reporter at Axios, 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.
Thousands of AI security incidents probed
President Trump is meeting with key AI leaders as details emerge about thousands of potential incidents involving the tech giants. CBS News' Kathryn Watson reports.
Nvidia announces security system to stop AI agents from going rogue
Nvidia said more than 100 organizations are using the platform, which it says could have stopped the Hugging Face hack by OpenAI agents.
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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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Latest on U.K. air base terror plot
More details are emerging about the apparent terror plot foiled in the U.K. near a pivotal air base used by U.S. forces. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
Cornell fraternity rape investigation will be reopened, DA says
The investigation into an alleged rape at Cornell University in 2024 will be reopened, authorities said Monday.
Trump on apparent U.K. terror plot blocked
President Trump weighed in on an apparent terror plot foiled near a Royal Air Force base in the U.K. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more on the base used by U.S. forces.
Accused drug lord "The Spider" extradited to U.S. from Colombia
Geovany Andres Rojas, who faces drug trafficking and terrorism charges in the U.S., had been protected from extradition by former Colombian President Gustavo Petro,
Georgia park mass shooting wounds 11 teens at birthday party
The wounded victims were identified as four 18-year-old men, five 17-year-old boys and two 18-year-old women, according to the sheriff's office.
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SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
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.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Scale of rogue AI incidents explodes
The rogue AI incidents under investigation could number in the tens of thousands, according to new reporting by Axios' Madison Mills. The senior artificial intelligence reporter joins CBS News with more details.
VMA performance highlights
Vlad Duthiers and Denny Directo break down the most iconic performances from Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, which included performances by Madonna, Shaboozey, Raye and more.
Fetterman weighs break from Democrats
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman sat down with Major Garrett over the weekend at the Texas Tribune Festival to discuss his rift with Democrats, the possibility of leaving the party, and what he's expecting in this year's upcoming midterms.
Latest on U.K. air base terror plot
More details are emerging about the apparent terror plot foiled in the U.K. near a pivotal air base used by U.S. forces. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.