Madonna leads 2026 MTV VMAs with 11 nominations
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
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Recapping Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks beat the New England Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. Bad Bunny's halftime show highlighted Puerto Rican culture and featured Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga, but drew criticism from President Trump. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos has more.
Lady Gaga: I didn't rip off Madonna
Lady Gaga is defending her song "Born This Way" compared with Madonna's "Express Yourself" and her use of the term "retarded" in a recent interview for NME. CBSNews.com's Ken Lombardi reports.
Previewing 68th Grammy Awards
The top music artists, songs and albums of the year will be celebrated this Sunday at the 68th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. Kyle Denis, a staff writer at Billboard, joins "The Daily Report" to preview the awards.
Previewing 2025 VMAs
Rapper LL COOL J is hosting the 2025 Video Music Awards this weekend. The show airs on CBS for the first time this Sunday. Pop icon Lady Gaga leads this year's nominations with 12 nods, followed by Bruno Mars with 11 and Kendrick Lamar with 10. Chris Willman, senior music writer and chief music critic for Variety, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
MTV Video Music Awards to honor Ozzy Osbourne
The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards will honor Ozzy Osbourne and Mariah Carey as music's biggest stars gather to celebrate. Variety's Jem Aswad has more.
2025 MTV VMA nominations: What to know
The nominations for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards have been announced with Lady Gaga on the ballot in 12 categories, leading all artists. Chris Willman, senior music writer and chief music critic at Variety, joined CBS News to discuss the awards.
Behind the scenes of two music superstars
Lady Gaga and Barbra Streisand are both nominated for Grammys this year, but that’s not the only thing they have in common. When 60 Minutes interviewed Gaga in 2011, she did something that few interviewees, except Barbra Streisand, had done before.
Oprah & Lady Gaga kick off wellness tour
Oprah Winfrey is bringing tens of thousands of people around the country together with a mission to make their lives better. "CBS This Morning" got exclusive behind-the-scenes access at the first stop on the 2020 Wellness Tour in Florida, where Winfrey spoke with Lady Gaga about physical and mental health. David Begnaud reports.
"CBS This Morning": Stop the Stigma
In an effort to help break down stigmas surrounding mental health, "CBS This Morning" broadcast a special live audience event, "Stop the Stigma: A Conversation About Mental Health." Guests include "Queer Eye" star Karamo, a former social worker, mental health advocate and relationship expert who will discuss his experience with depression, and Cynthia Germanotta, who founded Born This Way Foundation with daughter Lady Gaga, about how mental illnesses affect a family.
The new conductor at the New York Philharmonic
60 Minutes sits down with Jaap van Zweden, the new maestro of the New York Philharmonic. Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT on CBS
Arrests in Lady Gaga concert bomb plot
Officials thwarted an apparent bomb plot at a Lady Gaga concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. CBS News' Michael George reports as the musician's team reacts to news of at least two arrests.
Brazilian police arrest 2 in thwarted bomb plot at Lady Gaga Rio concert
Organizers of a free Lady Gaga concert in Rio de Janeiro said the event drew more than 2 million to Copacabana Beach.
Coachella 2025 underway with some challenges
Coachella 2025 is officially underway. Thousands of people flocked to the Southern California desert on Friday for the first weekend of the arts and music festival. Some concert-goers reportedly said they waited 12 hours to get into the campground. Peter Larsen, pop culture reporter for the Southern California News Group, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Lady Gaga announces Mayhem tour for 2025. Here are details.
Lady Gaga announced her 2025 tour dates on social media Wednesday, writing, "See you soon, monsters."
"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" hits theaters
"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" and "Joker: Folie à Deux" are among the sequels that will take over movie theaters across the U.S. for the fall season. Erik Davis, a managing editor at Fandango, joins CBS News with more picks.
Olympic Games get underway in Paris
The Olympic Games kicked into gear in Paris Saturday, as the U.S. claimed its first medal, earning silver in the women's synchronized 3-meter springboard. Jamie Yuccas reports on all the action from Paris.
2024 Paris Olympics officially underway
The 2024 Paris Olympics are officially underway. Thousands of athletes traveled down the Seine River on Friday and witnessed the lighting of the Olympic torch. CBS Saturday Morning co-host and CBS News and sports correspondent Dana Jacobson joins from Paris with more on Friday's opening ceremony and a look at some of the new sports debuting at the Games.
Paris Olympics opening ceremony: What to know
The opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics is less than 24 hours away. CBS Saturday Morning co-host and sports correspondent Dana Jacobson has the latest from the City of Light on the Olympics, and the heightened security measures the city is taking to protect the athletes and the Olympic attendees.
Celebrities, fans prepare for 2024 Met Gala
Celebrities and fashion fans are gearing up for the 2024 Met Gala on Monday. This year's theme is "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion," and the dress code is "The Garden of Time." Entertainment Tonight co-host Kevin Frazier joins CBS News to break down what and who to look out for at the star-studded event.
Judge rules Lady Gaga does not have to pay $500,000 reward
The judge ruled that because the woman pleaded no contest to knowingly receiving stolen property in connection to the crime, she was not entitled to Lady Gaga's reward money.
Lady Gaga shares emotional tribute to Tony Bennett
"Though there were 5 decades between us, he was my friend," she wrote in a post on Instagram. "My real true friend."
Tony Bennett remembered by stars and fans
Bennett won 19 Grammys and recorded 60 studio albums during his seven-decade career – and also helped bring the arts to others.
Tony Bennett's legacy, influence on music
Tony Bennett has passed away at the age of 96. Chris Willman, senior music writer and chief music critic for Variety, joined CBS News to talk about Bennett's career and legacy in the music world.
Lady Gaga once said Tony Bennett "saved" her life
"I was so sad. I couldn't sleep. I felt dead," she said. "And then I spent a lot of time with Tony. He wanted nothing but my friendship and my voice."
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U.S. set to unveil "economic D-Day" sanctions against Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said new sanctions being imposed on Iran would amount to the "greatest financial offensive" ever.
Out-of-control Hawk Fire in Reno keeping tens of thousands evacuated
Shifting winds challenged firefighters battling the out-of-control Hawk Fire in Reno, Nevada, that was keeping tens of thousands of people evacuated.
Ted Cruz says Texas Senate race will be a "$200 million" fight
GOP Sen. Ted Cruz outlined the road ahead for Republicans as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces off against state Rep. James Talarico in the closely watched contest.
Watch Live: Lindsay Clancy trial continues with psychiatrist on stand
The Lindsay Clancy trial resumes with a psychiatrist expected back on the stand as testimony winds down in the Massachusetts murder case.
Navy sailor on USS Lincoln says dad was arrested by immigration officials
Historically rare, immigration arrests of military spouses and parents have become more common under the second Trump administration.
Sean Grayson, convicted in killing of Sonya Massey, dies in prison, attorney says
Grayson, 32, was found guilty last October of second-degree murder for the shooting of Sonya Massey and was serving a 20-year sentence.
Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
2 Phoenix police officers fired, arrested after violent traffic stop
Two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested after an unreported traffic stop in which they assaulted a man and woman and shocked them with a Taser, the city's police chief said.
Ex-NBA center ejected from WNBA game after being confronted by player
The WNBA has been the subject of recent debates on whether transgender women should be allowed to participate in the league.
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Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
Ted Cruz says Texas Senate race will be a "$200 million" fight
GOP Sen. Ted Cruz outlined the road ahead for Republicans as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces off against state Rep. James Talarico in the closely watched contest.
Tourist dies in Death Valley after car gets stuck in 116-degree heat
A 68-year-old French tourist died in Death Valley National Park last week after becoming trapped in 116-degree temperatures.
Out-of-control Hawk Fire in Reno keeping tens of thousands evacuated
Shifting winds challenged firefighters battling the out-of-control Hawk Fire in Reno, Nevada, that was keeping tens of thousands of people evacuated.
Ex-NBA center ejected from WNBA game after being confronted by player
The WNBA has been the subject of recent debates on whether transgender women should be allowed to participate in the league.
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Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
Canada says it will begin retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods after Labor Day
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Walmart to let shoppers use Apple Pay and other tap-to-pay methods
Walmart will let shoppers use tap-to-pay methods, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, beginning later this month.
TikTok agrees to pay $400 million to settle child privacy lawsuit
The Justice Department sued TikTok in 2024, alleging that it violated a U.S. law prohibiting the collection of kids' data.
People are scrambling to find wads of cash dropped all over American cities
Cash drop social media accounts have people racing to find money hidden across the country. Here's what's behind the viral videos.
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Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
Ted Cruz says Texas Senate race will be a "$200 million" fight
GOP Sen. Ted Cruz outlined the road ahead for Republicans as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces off against state Rep. James Talarico in the closely watched contest.
U.S. destroys alleged drug-smuggling boat in Pacific, killing 2 people
Since then, more than 200 people have been killed in U.S. strikes in the eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
Trump puts autistic kids in the spotlight and cuts agencies built to protect them
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
Jared Kushner and Hakeem Jeffries met as midterm elections loom
The meeting came with Democrats expected to take control of the House in the November elections, which would put Jeffries in line to become the next House speaker.
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Trump puts autistic kids in the spotlight and cuts agencies built to protect them
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
The explosion of ticks and Alpha-gal syndrome
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
The explosion of ticks and Alpha-gal syndrome
This year, emergency room visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how residents of Martha Vineyard are addressing an epidemic of Alpha-gal, and talks with experts about how best to avoid tick bites.
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Hosted by Steve Hartman. Featured: The explosion of tick bites and Alpha-gal syndrome; singer Kenny Chesney; botanist and bestselling author Robin Wall Kimmerer; origami artist Robert Lang; one artist's very quirky home; an iconic photo of Harlem jazz legends; and a retirement home for musicians in Milan.
Olympian Jenny Simpson shares rare diagnosis
Retired Olympic runner Jenny Simpson earned a slew of accolades for her performances in three Olympic Games — but two months ago, she nearly died after suffering a cardiac event. Simpson spoke with Errol Barnett about her diagnosis of arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy, the rare ailment she'd unknowingly carried for four decades.
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How long before China is ready to deploy humanoid robot soldiers?
A Chinese robotics developer tells CBS News humanoids won't turn against humans as they're just machines: "It all depends on who controls them."
4 arrested after world champion boxer shot dead in South Africa
Zolani Tete made history in 2017 when he took just 11 seconds to knock out his opponent with his first punch to retain his WBO bantamweight crown.
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U.S. set to unveil "economic D-Day" sanctions against Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said new sanctions being imposed on Iran would amount to the "greatest financial offensive" ever.
Transcript: Dr. Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, who is on the boards of Pfizer and UnitedHealthCare, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
Transcript: Neel Kashkari, Minneapolis Fed president and CEO, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Neel Kashkari, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
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Bunny Levine, "Gilmore Girls" and "La La Land" actress, dies at 97
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Robin Wall Kimmerer on the wonders of nature
Botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer, a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, is author of the New York Times bestsellers "Braiding Sweetgrass" and "The Serviceberry" – books that advocate for living and working in collaboration with the Earth. She talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about the importance of respecting both Western scientific knowledge and Indigenous knowledge, planting trees, and sharing the gifts of nature.
The real no-shoes Kenny Chesney
In his recent memoir, "Heart Life Music," Kenny Chesney describes his life's journey, from Knoxville, Tenn., to No Shoes Nation and beyond. Chesney sits down with Lee Cowan in the Florida Keys, where the country superstar is just another laid-back local, to talk about family, touring, and how he recovered from a 2009 concert which he describes as "hitting a wall." [Originally broadcast Oct. 26, 2025.]
Milan's Casa Verdi, a rest home for musicians living in harmony
Opera great Giuseppe Verdi, one of history's most successful composers, used his fortune to create a retirement home for professional musicians "not favored by fortune." Residents of Casa Verdi in Milan not only share their lifetimes of artistry, they also provide master classes to young musicians. Chris Livesay reports.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including actress Hayden Panettiere, star of "Nashville" and "Heroes."
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How long before China is ready to deploy humanoid robot soldiers?
A Chinese robotics developer tells CBS News humanoids won't turn against humans as they're just machines: "It all depends on who controls them."
Robot beats Usain Bolt's running record
Robots are competing in China, showcasing new skills that may beat records set by humans. CBS News' Anna Coren reports from Beijing.
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.
Laptop catches fire on flight to Dallas
A laptop caught fire during an American Airlines flight from Atlanta to Dallas on Friday, ramping up concern over lithium batteries overheating. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Hackers reportedly target U.K. power plant
A Telegraph report alleges that Iran-linked hackers temporarily shut down a power plant in the United Kingdom. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
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Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
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2 takes on Lindsay Clancy's state of mind
Experts testifying at the Lindsay Clancy trial offered different takes on her state of mind at the time when she allegedly killed her three children. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe breaks down the testimony.
Latest news on Lindsay Clancy trial
Closing arguments in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial are set to begin after weeks of testimony in Massachusetts. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
4 arrested after world champion boxer shot dead in South Africa
Zolani Tete made history in 2017 when he took just 11 seconds to knock out his opponent with his first punch to retain his WBO bantamweight crown.
2 Phoenix police officers fired, arrested after violent traffic stop
Two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested after an unreported traffic stop in which they assaulted a man and woman and shocked them with a Taser, the city's police chief said.
Suspect in murders of 5 found dead day after their bodies were discovered
A quintuple murder suspect was found dead inside a vehicle in Enumclaw, Washington, a day after the bodies of five people were discovered outside Portland, Oregon, authorities said.
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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.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
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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.
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.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Robot beats Usain Bolt's running record
Robots are competing in China, showcasing new skills that may beat records set by humans. CBS News' Anna Coren reports from Beijing.
Young pilot makes emergency ocean landing
A young pilot was forced to make an emergency landing in the ocean near a busy beach in Boca Raton, Florida. Tom Hanson reports.
What's behind Meghan and Harry's U.K. move?
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's surprising announcement has fans speculating if Meghan Markle may be eyeing a return to acting. Roya Nikkhah reports.
Political strategists on data center backlash
Republican and Democratic voters are slamming data centers being built in their communities as they prepare to take their concerns to the polls. Political strategists Harrison Fields and Sam Newton join with their take.
Clancy trial closing arguments could begin
Closing arguments in the trial for Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mom accused of killing her three children, could begin as soon as Monday as the prosecution continues calling rebuttal witnesses. Caroline Polisi has more.