Buckingham Palace confirms plans for King Charles III's coronation
There's a date and a venue, but many other details about the ancient ceremony have yet to be revealed by the British royals.
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King Charles III will not attend U.N. climate change summit
Buckingham Palace said that Charles will not appear at next month's conference after reaching an "agreement" with Prime Minister Liz Truss.
Royal Mint unveils first coins featuring King Charles III
Britons will begin to see Charles' image on their change in December, as 50-pence coins depicting him enter circulation.
Queen Elizabeth II's official cause of death revealed
The death certificate published by Scottish authorities says the monarch died at 3:10 p.m. on September 8 in Balmoral Castle, and for the first time, gives the cause.
King Charles III's new royal cypher is revealed
The monogram was selected from a series of designs prepared by the College of Arms.
Royal family shares photo of Queen Elizabeth II's final resting place
Queen Elizabeth II is interred in the King George VI Memorial Chapel, which is in St. George's Chapel in Windsor.
King Charles III through the years
In September 2022, at age 73, the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the British throne.
King Charles III's charm offensive
Great Britain's new king has had a bumpy ride over the years, and so Prince Charles' accession to the throne has been marked by efforts to project warmth and approachability – not to mention a leaking fountain pen.
Thousands pay respects as queen lies in state
Mourners from around the world have been waiting in line for as long as 15 hours to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II, who is lying-in-state in Westminster Hall. World leaders are expected to arrive in London ahead of the state funeral Monday. Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Queen Elizabeth II's 8 grandchildren hold silent vigil beside her coffin
Prince William, now the heir to the throne, stood, his head bowed, at the head of the coffin and Harry at the foot.
Man arrested in Westminster Hall as Queen Elizabeth II lies in state
Police in London arrested a man after what the force described as a "disturbance" Friday night in Parliament's Westminster Hall.
Mourners wait hours to pay respects to queen
The line to view Queen Elizabeth II lying in state got so long that it was temporarily shut down. Charlie D'Agata has more details on the events and preparations leading up to the queen's funeral.
Queen's funeral brings London a dauntingly complex security challenge
As the British capital braces for a flood of mourners and foreign dignitaries, the stabbing of two London police officers highlights a tense security atmosphere.
Mourners line up to pay respects to queen
Hundreds of thousands are expected to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II as she lies in state at Westminster Hall. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports on the massive scale of this historic effort.
Queen Elizabeth II had an unlikely friendship with a California cowboy
"I don't want to let her go," Monty Roberts said of his longtime friend.
Queen Elizabeth II's funeral: What we know so far
Plans for the monarch's state funeral have been crafted for years, but kept largely secret. Now, the invitations have gone out.
Americans travel far to pay respects to queen
Many American admirers of the royal family are traveling from far and wide to get their opportunity to pay respects to Queen Elizabeth II. CBS New York's Ali Bauman is in London with more.
Could William and Kate's star power cause royal consternation?
William, Prince of Wales has taken on the role his father held for more than 50 years, and his wife the role held by Princess Diana, whose huge popularity is thought to have caused friction.
Queen Elizabeth II lies in state
CBS News' Lana Zak joins Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers from London as Queen Elizabeth II lies in state in Westminster Hall.
Mourners applaud Queen Elizabeth II
Admirers in London applauded Queen Elizabeth II's coffin as it left Buckingham Palace and traveled to Westminster Hall, where the late monarch will lie in state. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab recounted the feeling of the crowd.
How will King Charles compare to the queen?
King Charles III faces some challenges winning over the public as he steps into the role of monarch. CBS News' Lana Zak speaks with University of Westminster professor Pippa Catterall about how the new king's reign may compare to that of his late mother.
Queen Elizabeth II begins lying in state
The royal family escorted Queen Elizabeth II's coffin to Westminster Hall as mourners lined up to pay their respects. CBS News' Lana Zak is outside Buckingham Palace with the latest.
Why the queen's coffin left Buckingham Palace at exactly 2:22 p.m.
A drum was hit at 75 beats per minute to help the roughly 40-minute procession stay on pace to arrive at Westminster Hall at exactly 3 p.m.
King Charles leads procession fit for a queen
Queen Elizabeth II's remains were returned to Buckingham Palace yesterday. Later today, there will be a procession led by King Charles III to the Palace of Westminster, where his mother will lie in state. Holly Williams reports.
Anti-royal protester arrests fuel free speech debate in U.K.
Britain's first royal transition in 70 years has revived discussion about the royals' role in the modern world, and put a sharp focus on laws inhibiting peaceful protest.
Nancy Guthrie's children tell possible abductor: "Please, reach out to us"
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family were aware of reports of a ransom note and that they are "ready to talk."
With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
ICE can't make warrantless arrests in Oregon unless there's risk of escape, judge rules
A judge says U.S. immigration agents in Oregon must stop arresting people without warrants unless they are likely to escape.
No suspect identified in disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
Minnesota corrections officials dispute accusations from feds
Immigration authorities say they're targeting the "worst of the worst," but they haven't asked to take custody of over 100 non-citizens in Minnesota's prison system.
ICE lawyer in Minnesota tells judge "this job sucks"
A government lawyer who told a judge that her job "sucks" during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Family friend calls Nancy Guthrie's disappearance "heart-wrenching"
"Nancy and Savannah have both contributed so much to the Tucson community," Sally Shamrell, the Guthries' family friend of over 30 years, told CBS News.
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Wildfire smoke pollution linked to 24,100 U.S. deaths per year, study finds
"Our message is: Wildfire smoke is very dangerous. It is an increasing threat to human health," said a study author.
2026 Winter Olympics: Athletes, events and milestones by the numbers
The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.
2 killed in police helicopter crash at active shooting scene in Arizona
A police helicopter crashed near the scene of what authorities in Flagstaff, Arizona called "an active officer-involved shooting investigation," according to police in Page, Arizona.
Sixth person arrested in connection with shooting of judge, wife in Indiana
Police have accused members of a motorcycle club and a street gang of targeting the judge.
LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
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EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
Millions of Americans face higher utility bills after rate hike approvals
Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to PowerLines.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
Washington Post begins sweeping layoffs as it scales back news coverage
Former WaPo executive editor Martin Baron told CBS News the paper's coverage will be "dramatically diminished" because of the job cuts.
China banning hidden car door handles starting in 2027 due to safety concerns
China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla's electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year, due to safety concerns.
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Trump to give Medal of Honor to pilot who secretly faced off with Soviet jets
President Trump is awarding the Medal of Honor to a pilot whose faceoff with Soviet fighter jets remained secret for a half-century and a soldier who died in Afghanistan while shielding somebody from a suicide bomber.
ICE can't make warrantless arrests in Oregon unless there's risk of escape, judge rules
A judge says U.S. immigration agents in Oregon must stop arresting people without warrants unless they are likely to escape.
Colorado Dems demand answers on ICE "death cards," alleged fake traffic stops
Some Democratic Colorado lawmakers are demanding answers after reports that "death cards" were left in the vehicles of people detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and over claims that immigration agents used fake traffic stops to detain them.
With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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2026 Winter Olympics: Athletes, events and milestones by the numbers
The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.
Comedian gets 6 years in Russian prison over joke about war veteran
"I hope no one ever finds themselves in the same situation of brutal legal abuse that I did," Artemy Ostaninsaid in his final statement in court.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
U.K. police investigating former ambassador to U.S. over Epstein ties
The Epstein files have yielded a police investigation, as former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson is accused of sharing state secrets.
Cold and doubt in Ukraine as 2nd round of talks with Russia kick off
U.S., Russian and Ukrainian negotiators are back around a table for a second round of technical talks, but in Kyiv, Russian bombs bring suffering and skepticism.
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LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
Ron Funches opens up about autism diagnosis
Actor and comedian Ron Funches talks to "CBS Mornings" about appearing on the reality show "The Traitors," how it led to his autism diagnosis and opening up to others about it.
2026 Super Bowl ads to look out for
Super Bowl advertisements are already making waves as companies seek a big win during the NFL's final football game of the season. Jeanine Poggi, the editor-in-chief at Ad Age, joins CBS News with more.
Susan Lucci on life after soap opera stardome
For decades, Susan Lucci starred in "All My Children." She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her second memoir, which dives into her life after the soap opera series, the death of her husband and the resilience she found along the way.
Ransom note being investigated in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sheriff says
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
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Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
iPhone flip to reportedly launch
Apple is reportedly getting ready to launch its first foldable phone. Plus, OpenAI announced it is retiring its older ChatGPT-4o. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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2 killed in police helicopter crash at active shooting scene in Arizona
A police helicopter crashed near the scene of what authorities in Flagstaff, Arizona called "an active officer-involved shooting investigation," according to police in Page, Arizona.
Nancy Guthrie's children tell possible abductor: "Please, reach out to us"
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family were aware of reports of a ransom note and that they are "ready to talk."
No suspect in Guthrie disappearance: police
The Pima County Sheriff's Department said Wednesday that investigators have not identified a suspect or person of interest in the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
Latest on possible ransom note in Guthrie case
Investigators are analyzing and trying to determine the authenticity of a possible ransom note as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
National Guard shooting suspect in court
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., last November, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Full interview: Radosław Sikorski
CBS News' Olivia Gazis speaks with Deputy Prime Minister Radosław Sikorski of Poland about President Trump's push for Greenland, NATO and the relationship between Poland and the U.S.
Still no suspect in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Investigators in the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, still haven't identified a suspect or person of interest in the Arizona case. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Savannah Guthrie posts plea for mom's return
"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie posted a video on Wednesday night pleading for her mother Nancy's return. Nancy Guthrie was reported missing Sunday and authorities believe she was abducted.
Doberman gets moment of redemption at Westminster
History was made at the 150th Westminster Dog Show after a doberman pinscher named Penny was awarded the top prize. Tony Dokoupil has more.
NATO allies practice hunting for Russian subs
In Europe's high north, America's NATO allies are practicing hunting for Russian submarines, with Norway, Spain, Germany and others participating in a military exercise called Arctic Dolphin. Holly Williams got an up close look.