5/31: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation", pain and anger following the death of George Floyd explodes into violence across a bitter and divided nation already reeling from the impact of the coronavirus.
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4/26: Face The Nation
Today on "Face the Nation," the struggle between saving the economy and saving American lives intensifies, and President Trump's wishful thinking is stopped short by reality.
5/3: Face The Nation
Today on "Face the Nation," moving into May is proving to be even more challenging as the emotional dilemma between personal and economic well-being intensifies.
Death toll tops 45 after powerful earthquake jolts southwest China
The region is often rattled by temblors, but this one struck with many residents confined to their homes amid another COVID lockdown.
China puts millions back under COVID lockdown amid fresh outbreaks
The measures affect about 3 million people in the city of Dalian, along with an undisclosed number in in Hebei province several hours from capital Beijing.
CBS News Special Report: Assault on the Capitol
Supporters of President Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, forcing Congress to evacuate as lawmakers counted electoral votes to confirm President-elect Joe Biden's victory in the November election. Watch the CBS News Special Report: Assault on the Capitol.
Pediatrician on reopening schools safely
The Trump administration is pushing to fully reopen schools across the nation despite growing coronavirus numbers, but health officials say plans need to be made to keep families safe. Dr. Dyan Hes, a pediatrician and founder of Gramercy Pediatrics in New York City, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Pandemic a key issue in California recall
Governor Newsom's response to the COVID-19 pandemic is a focal point in the recall election. Rong-Gong Lin II, a staff reporter for the Los Angeles Times, joined CBSN "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the implications not only in California, but on a national level as well.
COVID cases surge as Omicron variant spreads
COVID-19 cases are on the rise just before the Christmas holiday as the highly contagious Omicron variant spreads. Some countries in Europe are reentering lockdowns because of the variant. Debra Alferone reports on the recent surge. Then, New York Times columnist Carl Zimmer joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Europe's travel surge leads to summer chaos
Summer travel in Europe has been marred by chaos at airports as airlines have struggled with staffing shortages amid a surge of passengers eager to travel after pandemic lockdowns and carriers keen to start generating revenue again. Ramy Inocencio hears from a UK Travel Editor who helps explain the staffing shortages faced by airports no longer capable of dealing with travel demands
1/26: CBS News Mornings
U.S. sends weapons to Ukraine as Pres. Biden weighs sanctions; Antonio Brown opens up to CBS News
Kids in China's capital now must show negative COVID test to go to a park
By one estimate, 814 million people in China must take PCR coronavirus tests routinely just go about their daily lives. Now in Beijing, that includes kids as young as 3.
Parties over dodging COVID lockdown lead to lockdown in Beijing
A bar where, just a week ago, Chinese people reveled on the night that life returned to normal is now ground-zero of Beijing's second wave of COVID cases.
U.K. PM Boris Johnson lived to fight another day. That day may come soon.
The British Prime Minister survived a rebellion by his own party's rank-and-file, but if history repeats itself, his days in 10 Downing Street may still be numbered.
Probe reveals details of boozy parties at U.K. leader's house during COVID lockdown
Prime Minister Boris Johnson told indignant lawmakers he'd "learned a lesson," but the "best thing now for our country is to move forward together."
Student protesters claim rare victory over China's "zero-COVID" crackdown
Students say an elite Beijing university backed down from plans to wall them onto campus after a protest against the school's mounting anti-virus measures.
China defends "zero-COVID" strategy
China is doubling down on its "zero-COVID" strategy that's forcing millions to stay isolated in their homes. Lawrence Gostin, a professor at Georgetown University, Founding O'Neill Chair in Global Health Law, and director of the World Health Organization Collaborating Center on National and Global Health Law spoke with CBS News anchor Tanya Rivero about how China is handling the pandemic.
China's COVID lockdowns hit economy
China's strict COVID-19 lockdowns in cities including the financial hub of Shanghai have led to a sharp decrease in economic activity and a slowdown in exports. Jörg Wuttke, president of the European Chamber of Commerce in China, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the impact across Europe.
Bird flu forces chickens into lockdown
Farmers across the U.S. and Europe are keeping their organic and free-range chickens inside amidst the worst outbreak of avian influenza in years. Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of infectious diseases for Vanderbilt University, joins CBS News' Mola Lenghi and Tanya Rivero to discuss the outbreak.
China starts mass-testing, local lockdowns in Beijing as COVID spreads
Some residents of the capital are stocking up on food, fearing the weeks-long draconian lockdown in Shanghai could be extended to their city.
China reports first COVID deaths in Shanghai
China says three deaths have been linked to the current COVID-19 outbreak in Shanghai. Officials say these are the first COVID-related deaths in the city since 2020, but those claims are being met with skepticism from some in the international community. The Washington Post's Eva Dou joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Elaine Quijano with more from Nanjing.
Boris Johnson fined for breaking lockdown rules
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is being fined for breaching COVID-19 protocols. Johnson allegedly hosted events at 10 Downing Street while residents of his country were barred from meeting with family and friends because of his government's pandemic restrictions. He has denied any wrongdoing.
U.K. leader Boris Johnson fined for breaking his own COVID rules
The treasury chief, Britain's 2nd highest government official, was also among those fined for attending parties during the height of England's coronavirus lockdown.
Millions in COVID lockdown in China
Millions of residents in the city of Shanghai have been under lockdown for nearly three weeks as China maintains its “zero-COVID” strategy of handling outbreaks with strict isolation and mass testing. The restrictions are causing unrest amongst a population who are struggling for food and supplies while COVID infections continue to rise. Senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer spoke with an American worker who lives in Shanghai.
Shanghai lockdown lifted for some, but millions still trapped and angry
China's biggest city entered its 3rd week of a draconian coronavirus lockdown with anger mounting among its 25 million residents, with no end in sight for most of them.
Alleged D.C. pipe bomber appearing in court to contest continued detention
Brian Cole was arrested and charged earlier this month for allegedly planting two pipe bombs outside the Republican and Democratic Party headquarters on Jan. 5, 2021.
Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
Trump says U.S. hit "big facility" linked to alleged drug boats
President Trump said the U.S. hit a "big facility" last week linked to alleged drug boat operations, as tensions ratchet up with Venezuela.
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, dies at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, has died after announcing a terminal cancer diagnosis in late November.
ICE can access some Medicaid information for deportation efforts, judge says
U.S. District Court Judge Vince Chhabria said in an order Monday the Department of Homeland Security can receive biographical, contact and location information from the Medicaid program.
Viral video prompts fraud probe at Minnesota day care centers
While many of the Minnesota day care centers in the video were cited and fined for safety violations, investigators previously found no evidence of fraud.
Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs charged with strangulation, assault and battery
Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver with the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month.
Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
Cable car accident leaves 4 hurt, 100 stranded on mountain for hours
Four people were injured and around 100 stranded visitors had to be rescued by helicopter after a cable car accident in northern Italy, officials said.
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Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, dies at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, has died after announcing a terminal cancer diagnosis in late November.
Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
Silver is rebounding after its worst trading day in four years
Silver prices have more than doubled in 2025, outpacing this year's surge in gold prices, as investors seek safe haven investments.
More artists cancel Kennedy Center performances after board vote on name change
The Kennedy Center board, whose members were appointed by President Trump, voted earlier this month to add his name to the building.
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Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
Silver is rebounding after its worst trading day in four years
Silver prices have more than doubled in 2025, outpacing this year's surge in gold prices, as investors seek safe haven investments.
Judge blocks White House from defunding CFPB as its funds were about to run out
A federal judge has ruled that the White House cannot stop funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Ground beef recalled in 6 states over possible E. coli contamination
The recalled ground beef was sold to distributors in California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Pennsylvania and Washington.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
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Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
ICE can access some Medicaid information for deportation efforts, judge says
U.S. District Court Judge Vince Chhabria said in an order Monday the Department of Homeland Security can receive biographical, contact and location information from the Medicaid program.
More artists cancel Kennedy Center performances after board vote on name change
The Kennedy Center board, whose members were appointed by President Trump, voted earlier this month to add his name to the building.
Judge blocks White House from defunding CFPB as its funds were about to run out
A federal judge has ruled that the White House cannot stop funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Alleged D.C. pipe bomber appearing in court to contest continued detention
Brian Cole was arrested and charged earlier this month for allegedly planting two pipe bombs outside the Republican and Democratic Party headquarters on Jan. 5, 2021.
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Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.
Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
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Spanish woman known for botched fresco restoration dies at 94
Cecilia Giménez's botched restoration of a century-old painting of Jesus Christ captured global headlines more than a decade ago.
Cable car accident leaves 4 hurt, 100 stranded on mountain for hours
Four people were injured and around 100 stranded visitors had to be rescued by helicopter after a cable car accident in northern Italy, officials said.
No sign of "broader terrorist cell" behind Bondi Beach attack, police say
Australian police say there's no evidence the Sydney father and son suspects in the attack on a Jewish holiday event got training or instruction in the Philippines.
Police compare Germany bank vault robbery to an "Ocean's Eleven" heist
Thieves apparently spent much of the weekend plundering deposit boxes inside a German bank vault after tunneling through from a parking garage.
U.S. and Iran trade threats as tension soars 7 months after U.S. strikes
After meeting with Israel's Netanyahu, Trump said he'd heard Iran is trying to rebuild its nuclear program, "and if they are, we're going to have to knock them down."
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George Clooney, his wife and their twins granted French citizenship
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
MetroCard art: Swiping beauty from the mundane
On December 31, New York City will officially retire the transit system's MetroCard, that ubiquitous piece of plastic used to gain entrance onto subways and buses. But there is beauty in using MetroCards as the raw materials for art, as Thomas McKean has found in his collages and miniature sculptures depicting portraits of city life. Serena Altschul reports.
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OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
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2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
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D.C. bomb suspect to stay detained for now
The man accused of planting pipe bombs in Washington, D.C., the night before Jan. 6, 2021, will remain in custody for now. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
DHS probes fraud at MN day care centers
The Department of Homeland Security is investigating after conservative YouTuber Nick Shirley posted a video that has gone viral, alleging potential fraud at a dozen day care centers in Minnesota. Jonah Kaplan reports.
Latest on proceedings against Tyler Robinson
A Utah judge ordered the release of a transcript from a closed-door hearing in the case against Tyler Robinson, who is accused of murdering Republican political influencer Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs charged with strangulation, assault and battery
Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver with the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month.
Police compare Germany bank vault robbery to an "Ocean's Eleven" heist
Thieves apparently spent much of the weekend plundering deposit boxes inside a German bank vault after tunneling through from a parking garage.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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D.C. bomb suspect to stay detained for now
The man accused of planting pipe bombs in Washington, D.C., the night before Jan. 6, 2021, will remain in custody for now. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Lake-effect snow predicted for New York
A powerful winter storm that brought heavy snow, rain and winds to the Plains and Great Lakes has also slammed parts of the Northeast. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee is on the ground in Syracuse, New York.
Tatiana Schlossberg dies at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy and an environmental journalist, has died at the age of 35 following a battle with cancer, the JFK Library Foundation announced Tuesday. In November, Schlossberg published an essay revealing she had been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia shortly after giving birth to her second child.
New details in Kilmar Abrego Garcia case
A newly unsealed order in the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia suggests Justice Department officials only pushed for his indictment after he was mistakenly deported to El Salvador. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
Search continues for missing Texas teen
An urgent search is underway in San Antonio, Texas, for a missing teenager who officials say may be in "imminent danger." Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, was last seen on the morning of Christmas Eve. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has more.